Mackenzie Long
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Positive team player with strong work ethic and eagerness to learn. Expertise in conducting and analyzing complex research projects, including data collection and various research methodologies. Proficient in cell culture and horticulture techniques, demonstrating effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Experienced in both independent work and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Greenhouse Assistant
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, NE
01.2025 - Current
- Managed and maintained greenhouse operations under supervision of Dr. Jerry Bricker.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of lab environment.
- Created weekly to-do lists for crew, including propagations and soil fertilizations.
- Oversaw hydroponic care and prepared supplies for class usage.
Pet Sitter
Kenzie's Kritter’s
, CO, NE, WY
01.2016 - Current
- Owned and managed Kenzie's Kritter’s Pet Sitting.
- Created and maintained calendars, legal documents, and client communication.
- Adhered to strict schedules and provided personalized care, including administering medications and injections.
- Worked with over 40 clients, demonstrating extreme flexibility and dedication to high standards of service.
Plant Sciences Undergraduate Researcher
University of Nebraska Lincoln
Lincoln, NE
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted experiments on field and greenhouse crops and documented results.
- Perform physical labor including weeding, planting, and field maintenance.
- Shared research findings during weekly lab meetings and at student symposiums.
Caregiver / Nanny
Lumley Caregiving
Laramie, WY
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Directly provided mentally stimulating social activities and appropriate exercises for a client with Alzheimer’s Disease.
- Transported client to activities, cooked nutritional meals, assisted in hygiene, and assured daily medication intake.
- I gained knowledge of Alzheimer's and enhanced patience, empathy, and vigilant awareness of others’ needs.
Learning Actively Mentoring Program (LAMP) Learning Assistant
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Facilitated large-scale, quality active learning for STEM gateway courses.
- Trained new Learning Assistants in active, inclusive, evidence-based pedagogies.
- Provided a safe space to explore inclusive teaching in the classroom and college environment.
Undergraduate Student Research Assistant
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Studied interactions between opportunistic pathogen Toxoplasma gondii and the host cellular immune response of murine in-vitro models.
- Conducted survival studies, tissue cyst counts and handled laboratory mice.
- Maintained cell lines of human, animal and parasitic origin.
- Ensured a clean and safe working environment.
- Designed and executed research experiments beneficial for medical and scientific advancements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY01.2023
High School Diploma -
Thunder Basin High School
Gillette, WY05-2020
Skills
- Cell culturing
- Horticultural practices
- Phlebotomy training
- Mass spectrometry
- High pressure liquid chromatography
Accomplishments
- NWU Women’s Golf Team Member
- INBRE Research Program Recipient
- LAMP Mentorship Learning Assistant
- 100% Phlebotomy Course Blood Draws
- UNL SURP REU Applied Plant Systems Recipient
- Phi Sigma Rho Alumni
Timeline
Plant Sciences Undergraduate Researcher
University of Nebraska Lincoln
05.2025 - 08.2025
Greenhouse Assistant
Nebraska Wesleyan University
01.2025 - Current
Caregiver / Nanny
Lumley Caregiving
03.2023 - 01.2024
Learning Actively Mentoring Program (LAMP) Learning Assistant
University of Wyoming
08.2022 - 12.2023
Undergraduate Student Research Assistant
University of Wyoming
01.2022 - 03.2023
Pet Sitter
Kenzie's Kritter’s
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
University of Wyoming
High School Diploma -
Thunder Basin High School
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