Olivia Carmen Vara
Boulder,CO
Summary
Dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of Colorado At Boulder
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Conducted research pertaining to the thermal tolerance of forestry ants in the Rocky Mountains to generate continuous data.
- Conducted 60+ hours of fieldwork collecting samples, generating data reports, and accumulating logs disseminated to supervisor for review.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory and field environment
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
Student Research Lab Assistant
University Of Colorado At Boulder
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Analyzed results using analytical software (RStudio) and created reports.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
Horticulturist
Long's Gardens
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Implemented an initiative reducing farm's water usage per acre, reorganized layout of sprinkler systems to obtain efficient water distribution resulting in increased harvest yields by 15%
- Led horticultural tours to assist with educational programming and special events.
- Documented plant information and identified plant material to process and maintain accession records.
- Coached, counseled and mentored assigned staff to build positive employee relations and document performance.
- Retained knowledge of garden plants and understanding of cultural requirements to maximize growth and cultivation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05.2024
Skills
- Bookkeeping Software
- Fieldwork Experience
- Data Compiling
- Scientific Writing
- Field data collection and sample analysis
- RStudio Proficient
- Excel Proficient
References
Randy Pistachio,Former Employer, Long’s Gardens, 3240 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304
Email: jeepco@gmail.com
Anna Paraskevopoulos, Graduate Researcher, Ramaley Biology, RM N227, 1800 Colorado Ave, Boulder, CO 80310
Email: Anna.Paraskevopoulos@colorado.edu
Margaret Sanchez, Former Employer, 5161 Willowcreek Cir, El Paso, Texas, 79932
Email: mjmsanchez@att.net
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of Colorado At Boulder
06.2023 - 09.2023
Student Research Lab Assistant
University Of Colorado At Boulder
08.2022 - 12.2022
Horticulturist
Long's Gardens
02.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of Colorado At Boulder
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