Maiya Montgomery
Halsey,Oregon
Summary
Highly motivated, self-directed, aspiring graduate student with excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Expertise in data analysis and research management utilizing advanced laboratory equipment and techniques, critical analytical skills and the latest technology to lead change and innovation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Person (DSP)
Rever Grand
03.2018 - Current
- Provide quality personal support for individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities
- Provide support for individuals to develop independence in ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)
- Provide support for individuals to meet goals in accordance with their ISP (Individual Support Plans)
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
Teaching Assistant
Biology Department
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Designed and implemented bi-weekly study review sessions for students to enhance their retention of course materials
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades
- Increased student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods and instructional materials tailored to individual learning styles
- Nurtured a positive learning environment by promoting open communication, teamwork, and respect for diverse opinions
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students
- Trained incoming teaching assistants to follow standard procedures of department
- Supported faculty members with administrative tasks including grading papers, developing exam rubrics, updating class records, and tracking attendance
Student Lab Researcher
Johnson Biology Lab, Brigham Young University
03.2021 - 12.2023
- Conducted research, data collection, and analysis of untangling cryptic speciation in a group of desert flowering plants
- Conducted morphological comparison studies, DNA extraction, and running PCR
- Utilized gene alignment software, and phylogenetic analysis with mentors
- Enhanced research quality by implementing advanced data analysis techniques and tools
- Streamlined data collection processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in research findings
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
Student Lab/Field Researcher
Bybee Evolutionary Biology Lab, Brigham Young Univ
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Conducted biodiversity survey of endemic beetles within Hawaii
- Conducted in-depth field studies, utilizing various sampling methods to gather accurate data
- Streamlined research processes for increased efficiency and reduced project completion time without compromising quality standards
- Increased project success rates by meticulously analyzing research findings
- Enhanced data accuracy by implementing rigorous quality control measures
- Developed research proposals, identified research objectives and created research plans
- Collaborated in the organizing, writing and publication of Notes on the Carpophilus Stephens (Coleoptera: Nitidulidae) of Australia, with a new species from Victoria published in Zootaxa Academic Journal
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology: Biodiversity And Conservation
Brigham Young University
Provo12.2023
Skills
- Proficient in Python, Pandas, Numpy
- Proficient in R, Tidyverse, ggplot
- Statistical analysis skills
- General Wet Laboratory skills
- Critical thinking and critical analysis skills
- Strong, clear academic and professional writing skills
- Active listening and interpersonal skills
- Leadership and team building skills
- Project development, tracking, planning, and management skills
- Research development, planning, and management skills
- Organization and time management skills
- Advanced level proficiency in Spanish
Accomplishments
Co-authored Notes on the Carpophilus Stephens (Coleoptera: Nitidulidae) of Australia, with a new species from Victoria
GARETH S. POWELL and MAIYA L. HAMILTON, 2019
Presentation at the Entomological Society of America (ESA), St. Louis, Missouri, 2019
Affiliations
- Bioinformatics Organization
- International Society for Computational Biology
- Special Olympics Oregon
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
Youth Mentoring, Provo, UT 8/22 - 12/23
- Provo Youth Mentoring (PYM): helping at-risk youth in Utah County to enhance their personal and educational goals and attainment
- Anatomy Academy: working with children to encourage and exemplify healthy and active lifestyle choices
Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Rosario, Argentina and Ogden, UT, 12/19-3/20, and 1/21 -1/22
- Volunteered daily service to help people develop self-reliance skills, master personal responsibility skills and enhance their personal, educational and professional goals
- Developed and delivered language learning lessons for individuals to learn English/Spanish in all areas of speaking, listening, reading and writing
- Regularly translated meetings, seminars, talks in English/Spanish
- Volunteered to assist individuals to find a higher purpose in life, provide service, mentoring and counseling
- Trained incoming missionaries with leadership, service, and language learning development
- Provided assistance to the Mission President in Rosario, Argentina and Ogden, UT with organization, development, planning and presentation of numerous seminars, talks, and classes
BYU Student Association Chair, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 2018-2020
- Lead Student Association club presidents in the overall planning, organization, retention, and progression of clubs on campus
- Organized annual Student Association Awards Banquet
- Facilitated leadership training to club presidents on a regular basis and provided project management training
- Project management, development and planning for the Student Association fundraisers, activities, and award ceremonies
references
- Seth Bybee, Professor at Brigham Young University, seth.bybee@byu.edu, 801-422-3152
- Leigh Johnson, Professor at Brigham Young University, leigh_johnson@byu.edu, 801-422-5241
- Matt Bailey, Assistant Professor at Brigham Young University, matthew.bailey@byu.edu, 801-422-6873
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Biology Department
08.2022 - 12.2023
Student Lab Researcher
Johnson Biology Lab, Brigham Young University
03.2021 - 12.2023
Student Lab/Field Researcher
Bybee Evolutionary Biology Lab, Brigham Young Univ
04.2019 - 12.2020
Disability Support Person (DSP)
Rever Grand
03.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology: Biodiversity And Conservation
Brigham Young University
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