SALLY HUSTON
SEATTLE,WA
Summary
Detail-driven Research Assistant with background in executing data collection, analysis and management tasks. Displayed strengths include strong analytical skills, proficiency in research methodologies and commitment to ensuring accuracy of data interpretation. Previous work has led to valuable contributions towards scientific advancements, showcasing ability to carry out complex projects efficiently.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Ridgewood Enterprises
Seattle, WA
04.2026 - Current
- Prepared cocktails from bar recipes and served wine, draft and bottled beer
- Trained new bartenders on drink recipes and customer service standards
- Engaged with customers to create a welcoming atmosphere
Cross Country and Track and Field Coach
Lakeside Middle School
Seattle, Washington
03.2026 - Current
- Developed training plans tailored for all student abilities and skill levels
- Implemented injury prevention strategies through proper warm-up and cool-down routines
- Fostered a positive team culture through motivational strategies and group activities
Cashier
Momo’s Market
Burlington, VT
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Operated the store as the only employee during my shifts
- Welcomed customers with a friendly and welcoming attitude
- Handled point-of-sale transactions efficiently and accurately
- Maintained a clean, organized, and well-stocked store environment during all shifts
Undergraduate Research
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed a GIS-based database and map of covariates and attributes for 14 beaver dams across Vermont
- Collaborated with three undergraduate peers to analyze macroinvertebrate data
- Investigated the impact of beaver dams on water quality
Field Research Intern
Home Range Wildlife Research
Winthrop, WA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with research interns and field biologists to collect vegetation data at 500 established plots in wildfire burn areas to study Canadian Lynx habitat selection
- Measured diameter at breast height (DBH) and height of trees at each plot
- Counted seedlings and saplings within 1.5 meters of the plot center
- Recorded forest and cover type, along with other relevant data
- Documented data in field notebooks, a GIS database, and Google Sheets
Assistant Waterfront Director and Trip Leader
Camp Nor’Wester
Johns Island, WA
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Supervised the waterfront department as Assistant Waterfront Director at a summer camp on a remote island in the San Juan Islands
- Taught and mentored waterfront staff on leading activities and ensuring camper safety
- Instructed campers aged 10-16 in sailing, kayaking, and canoeing techniques and safety procedures
- Rigged sailboats, cleaned, and maintained all boats and equipment
- Organized four- to five-day sailing trips throughout the San Juan Islands as Sailing Trip Leader, including mapping routes, checking currents and tides, and ensuring proper gear and food for each trip
- Sailed 18-foot Lightning sailboats and steered a 16-person Haida cedar canoe through varying currents and weather conditions
Research Assistant
UVM Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory
Burlington, VT
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted with the collection of Mysids from Lake Champlain on a small research vessel
- Prepared samples for freeze drying
- Packaged and weighed samples for stable isotope testing after freeze drying
Ski Instructor
Bolton Valley Resort
Bolton, VT
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Instructed learners of varying degrees of skill on the techniques of skiing
- Taught students aged 7 and up, in groups ranging from 1 to 10
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife and Fisheries Biology, Minor in Geospatial Technologies
University of Vermont Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources
Burlington, VT05.2025
Skills
- Project and group management
- Data collection and analysis
- Scientific report writing
- Laboratory techniques
- Microsoft Office Suite
- R programming
- ArcGIS
- QGIS
- Customer service
- Leadership techniques
Certification
CPR and First Aid (Adult and pediatric)
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Biking
- Running
- Knitting
- Basketball
- Being in the outdoors
- Trying new things
Timeline
Bartender
Ridgewood Enterprises
04.2026 - Current
Cross Country and Track and Field Coach
Lakeside Middle School
03.2026 - Current
Field Research Intern
Home Range Wildlife Research
06.2024 - 08.2024
Cashier
Momo’s Market
04.2024 - 05.2025
Undergraduate Research
University of Vermont
01.2024 - 05.2025
Assistant Waterfront Director and Trip Leader
Camp Nor’Wester
07.2023 - 08.2023
Ski Instructor
Bolton Valley Resort
12.2022 - 03.2023
Research Assistant
UVM Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory
09.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife and Fisheries Biology, Minor in Geospatial Technologies
University of Vermont Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources