Nathan Trainer
Athens,OH
Summary
Interested in working in higher education and in applied criminal justice settings.
Developed in academic environment, possessing strong research, analytical, and communication skills, looking to transition into new field. Expertise in critical thinking and curriculum development, combined with ability to engage diverse audiences effectively. Seeking to leverage these transferrable skills to drive impactful outcomes in new and dynamic setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Painter
Bobcat Painters LLC
Parkersburg, WV
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Completed residential and commercial exterior painting jobs over the course of two summers.
- Transported and set up equipment required to complete various jobs including demolition, restoration, and exterior painting.
- Reference: Daniel Thomas (740)-591-7486
Manager
The College Inn
Athens, OH
09.2022 - Current
- Started working as both a bartender and a bouncer/barback.
- Involves managing crowds, working quickly, and being aware of any possible conflict.
- Communication skills regarding working under pressure and conflict de-escalation.
- Managerial responsibility including organizing tasks and creating schedules.
- Reference: Gavin Miller (740) 707-0681
Teaching and Research Assistant
Ohio University
08.2024 - 05.2025
- TA for Soc:3000 (Sociological Theory) & Soc: 2800 (Criminal Justice)
- Coordinated data collection and analysis for ongoing research projects, ensuring accuracy.
- Responsible for grading and creating lessons
- Research assistant: Focus group facilitation for study on location tracking and the social control of young adults
- Conducted four focus groups collecting qualitative data
- Coded transcripts for analysis
Graduate Student Instructor
Ohio University
Athens, OH
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated interactive learning sessions to enhance student engagement and comprehension.
- Developed and implemented innovative instructional materials aligned with course objectives.
- Mentored undergraduate students in academic writing and research methodologies.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Education
M.D. - Sociology
Ohio University
04-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology-Criminology
Ohio University
Athens, OH05-2024
Skills
- Strong knowledge of sociological and criminological theory and the present effects on society
- Excellent communication skills and confidence in working/leading group activities
- Athens, OH local, I understand first-hand the effects of poverty and the strain it places on communities, applicable to my further pursuit of sociology education
- Experience collecting, coding, and analyzing qualitative data
- Academic research and working towards publication of study
Accomplishments
Ohio University College of Arts and Sciences - Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award (2024/2025).
Timeline
Graduate Student Instructor
Ohio University
08.2025 - Current
Teaching and Research Assistant
Ohio University
08.2024 - 05.2025
Manager
The College Inn
09.2022 - Current
Residential Painter
Bobcat Painters LLC
03.2022 - 08.2024
M.D. - Sociology
Ohio University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology-Criminology
Ohio University