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MICHAEL GALIK

CHEYENNE,WY

Summary

Driven and analytical with passion for uncovering insights and solving complex problems. Well-versed in research methodologies and data analysis tools, capable of synthesizing information and producing actionable results. Committed to contributing meaningful insights and driving impactful outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Researcher

University of San Diego
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Designed and constructed the optical setup for a 3D magneto-optical trap
  • Aligned the laser system to create an optical lattice in order to produce Bose-Einstein condensates
  • Utilized Infleqtion's cloud-based quantum matter software, Oqtant, to study quantum hydrodynamics and turbulence

Researcher

University of Wyoming
09.2021 - 12.2022
  • Collaborated with a small team to construct an infrared mass spectrometer for the WIRO telescope
  • Provided coding support for the telescope's operating systems
  • Controlled the vacuum system to reduce the internal pressure of the telescope

Desk Assistant

University of Wyoming
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Aided students and professors by answering questions, providing technical support and classroom materials, etc
  • Responsible for checking/locking classrooms after hours
  • Practiced self-management to stay productive when not performing other duties

Flight Line Service Technician

Legend AeroServe
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Assisted in managing fixed-base operator ramp along with incoming and outgoing planes and trucks
  • Operated and drove heavy machinery, such as Avefuel fueling trucks and deicing trucks
  • Handled fragile and expensive machinery to ensure the safety of the pilots

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Physics

University of San Diego
San Diego, CA
05.2024

Major in Physics & Astrophysics -

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY
05.2022

Skills

  • Data collection & analysis
  • Experimental design
  • Systems engineering
  • Research presentation
  • 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, Autodesk)
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Python programming
  • Welding

Timeline

Researcher

University of San Diego
06.2023 - 07.2024

Researcher

University of Wyoming
09.2021 - 12.2022

Desk Assistant

University of Wyoming
08.2020 - 05.2021

Flight Line Service Technician

Legend AeroServe
09.2018 - 01.2019

Major in Physics & Astrophysics -

University of Wyoming

Bachelor's Degree - Physics

University of San Diego
MICHAEL GALIK