Michelangelo Arriaza-Silva
Monrovia,CA
Summary
Dedicated undergraduate research assistant with a passion for exploring and contributing to academic inquiries. Skilled in assisting with research projects, conducting literature reviews, and collecting data. Proficient in utilizing research methodologies and tools to support project objectives. .
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Psychology Undergraduate Research Assistant
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
07.2024 - Current
- Leadership and Mentorship: Mentor and train undergraduate research assistants, providing guidance on research methodologies and best practices.
- Advanced Data Analysis: Develop and implement advanced data analysis techniques using statistical software (e.g., R, R-Studio) to interpret complex data sets.
- Innovative Research: Developed and implemented innovative research projects in response to emerging trends and gaps in current literature.
- Laboratory Management: Performed laboratory experiments in accordance with established protocols and maintained lab space and equipment.
- Scientific Methodology: Applied scientific method to assist colleagues and supervisors with experiments, ensuring rigorous and reproducible results.
- Data Management: Gathered, compiled, and interpreted information from various sources, maintaining databases for tracking study participants and results.
- Collaborative Research: Collaborated with faculty members to develop research objectives and reviewed existing literature to inform research questions.
- Presentation and Reporting: Prepared presentations summarizing study results for internal use and external dissemination, using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Administrative Support: Supported principal investigators during research by handling administrative tasks and coordinating project activities.
- Technical Proficiency: Set up, calibrated, and maintained laboratory and field research equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Research Design: Produced comprehensive research questions and potential hypotheses, contributing to the design and development of new research projects.
Brand Ambassador
Orly's Drapery And Interiors Inc.
Glendora, CA
07.2024 - Current
- Customer Engagement and Support: Conduct roadshows at Costco, providing information and answering customer questions about window treatments. Delivered exceptional customer service during promotional events and when needed.
- Scheduling and Coordination: Communicated with the interior designer to schedule consultations and estimates for potential clients.
- Promotional Activities and Event Management: Organized and carried out promotional events, distributed flyers, brochures, and other materials. Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and benefits, including public demonstrations at stores, trade shows, and conferences. Maintained neat promotional spaces and used costumes and attention-grabbing techniques to boost promotional success.
- Sales Facilitation and Marketing: Engaged with potential customers, provided product information, answered queries, and recommended merchandise based on guest needs and desires. Increased sales and brand awareness through face-to-face marketing and community events. Used consultative sales techniques to uncover customer questions and needs, persuading customers to purchase products.
- Product Knowledge and Education: Educated customers on various window treatment options. Produced informational brochures detailing product features, use, and care. Employed basic selling techniques and gave out product samples, coupons, and pamphlets to encourage sales.
- Relationship Building: Built and maintained relationships with both established and potential customers. Promoted a positive company image through superior customer service experiences. Worked closely with leadership to maintain professionalism and efficiency.
- Industry Knowledge: Maintained an up-to-date knowledge base on current industry developments.
Psychology Undergraduate Research Assistant
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
11.2022 - 06.2024
- Literature Review and Research Planning: Conducted literature searches and reviews to identify relevant research studies and resources for projects. Planned and organized research projects, ensuring compliance with ethical standards set by university guidelines.
- Collaboration and Objective Development: Collaborated with faculty members to develop research objectives and various research projects.
- Independent Research and Survey Administration: Cultivated research skills to handle independent assignments and administer surveys and tests, both online and face-to-face.
- Data Analysis: Analyzed collected data using statistical software (e.g., R, R-Studio) and interpreted the results to support research findings.
- Presentation and Reporting: Prepared and presented research findings at departmental meetings and academic conferences.
- Technical Proficiency: Developed proficiency in research methodologies, data collection techniques, and laboratory procedures specific to the field of study.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Worked with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate diverse perspectives and enhance the quality of research projects.
- Independent Research and Survey Administration: Cultivated research skills to handle independent assignments and administer surveys and tests, both online and face-to-face.
Education
High School Diploma -
La Canada High School
La Canada Flintridge, CA05-2022
Bachelor of Science - BioHealth Sciences
Oregon State University
Corvallis, ORBachelor of Arts -
Oregon State University
Corvallis, ORSkills
- Laboratory Testing
- Public presentations
- Preparing samples and specimens
- Fieldwork experience
- Presentation Development
- Experimental design
- Data Collection
- Researching skills
Affiliations
- Goalkeeper for Oregon State Men's Soccer Club
- Member of Young American's Foundation
- Senior Research Assistant at Oregon State University
- Actively preparing for the MCAT with a focused study schedule
- Preparing for the RICA (Reading Instruction Competence Assessment)
Certification
- Registered EEG Technologist (R. EEG T.)
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Senior Psychology Undergraduate Research Assistant
Oregon State University
07.2024 - Current
Brand Ambassador
Orly's Drapery And Interiors Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Psychology Undergraduate Research Assistant
Oregon State University
11.2022 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
La Canada High School
Bachelor of Science - BioHealth Sciences
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Oregon State University