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Rachael Steier

Summary

Dedicated environmental scientist with a strong passion for advancing knowledge and addressing ecological challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration and focused research. Proven track record of effectively managing multiple priorities with a positive and organized approach.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Medical Laboratory Technician

Midlands Family Urgent Care Lab/Xceed Testing
01.2022 - 03.2024
  • Safety Officer/Chemical Hygiene Officer
  • Key Operator for UN 3000, XN 9100, Cobas 8000, Cobas 8800 analyzers
  • LIS IT Specialist.
  • Reduced error in results by maintaining equipment calibration and conducting quality control checks.
  • Performed high complexity testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality.

Soil Laboratory Assistant

Midwest Laboratories
10.2019 - 05.2020
  • Assist in soil sample preparation and organization.
  • Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
  • Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.

Lead Server/Stand-in Manager

Le Peep Restuarants
11.2018 - 12.2021
  • Work as team to enhance service/efficiency and cross train staff.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining positive relationships.
  • Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.

Education

Master of Science - Environmental Science

University of Idaho
05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Nebraska - Omaha
05.2021

Skills

  • Data and Sample Analysis
  • Environmental Monitoring
  • Risk Assessment
  • Field Work
  • Sustainability Planning
  • Statistical modeling
  • Quality Control and Management
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Conservation biology
  • Technical Documentation
  • Proficient with arcGIS
  • Proficient with AutoCAD
  • Various Laboratory Techniques
  • Microsoft Applications

Research

Costa Rica Study Abroad 06/2018 - 08/2018

Conducted individual research projects on Costa Rican biodiversity and their conservation efforts. Focus was on the light competition and adaptation of various native Costa Rican plants.

Timeline

Lead Medical Laboratory Technician

Midlands Family Urgent Care Lab/Xceed Testing
01.2022 - 03.2024

Soil Laboratory Assistant

Midwest Laboratories
10.2019 - 05.2020

Lead Server/Stand-in Manager

Le Peep Restuarants
11.2018 - 12.2021

Master of Science - Environmental Science

University of Idaho

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Nebraska - Omaha
Rachael Steier