Tabitha Matulonis
Dover,PA
Summary
Reliable Lab Assistant with background in conducting experiments, analyzing results, and maintaining lab equipment. Demonstrated skills include data collection and analysis, sample preparation, and strict adherence to safety protocols. Strengths lie in enhancing lab efficiency through effective organization and proactive problem-solving capabilities. Previously contributed to successful research projects by ensuring accurate data collection and timely report creation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Assistant
Indiana University of PA
Indiana, PA
09.2024 - Current
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Recorded data from experiments into a computer database system.
- Produced and submitted laboratory documents and reports per compliance requirements.
- Documented results accurately in lab notebooks according to scientific standards.
- Participated in regular meetings with staff members to discuss progress on research initiatives.
- Organized and arranged complex data into formatted sheets.
- Reviewed, validated, and corrected discrepancies in datasets.
- Adapted to new assignments and completed tasks promptly.
- Assisted graduate student Colin Lryk by correctly identifying various bird species.
- Pinning and identifying bees and butterflies to support research assistant Emma Keele.
- Volunteered for community service projects, applying academic knowledge in real-world scenarios.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Developed proficiency in academic writing, including essays and research papers.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Lab Assistant
Indiana University of PA
Indiana, PA
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised children alongside professor Janestiki during hands-on electrofishing sessions.
- Facilitated children's learning by showcasing indigenous freshwater fish collected through electrofishing.
- Applied knowledge gained from the work with Professor Larkins to current tasks.
- Handled equipment during electrofishing activities in the field.
Manager
Bath & Body Works Inc.
Dover, PA
08.2023 - Current
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
- Oversaw marketing initiatives, increasing brand awareness and sales.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation
- ran and lead floor sets to set up the store for marketing and new products being raleased.
- Managed entire floor operations efficiently.
- Ensured team tasks were executed correctly.
- Utilized critical thinking to promptly address and resolve issues.
Assistant Manager
Rite Aid
Etters , PA
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Established processes for monitoring customer satisfaction levels.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
- Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
- Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information
- Assisted neighboring stores during understaffed periods.
- Assisted in pharmacy during staff shortages to enhance store operations.
- Assumed responsibilities as pharmacy manager when required.
Manager
Papa Johns
Manchester, PA
09.2017 - 07.2022
- Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members.
- Oversaw marketing initiatives, increasing brand awareness and sales.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enhanced team morale and retention through recognition programs and career development opportunities.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology Ecology And Conservation
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PASome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PASkills
- Documentation requirements
- Sample checking
- Data and statistical analysis
- Laboratory diagnostic equipment
- Documentation compliance
- Quality control guidelines
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Flexibility
- Specimen handling protocols
- Multiple task prioritization
- Data entry
- Comfortable using AI technology
- Comfortable with Excel and Word
- Compiling data
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Leadership qualities
- Organization and multitasking
- Clear communication
- Time management
Refrences
- Jefferey Larkin - Professor of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at Indiana University Of Pa and, the Forest Birds Habitat corridinator for the American Bird Conservancy ( ABC ) . contact through email - larkin@iup.edu
- Emma Keele - Research Assistant to Professor Larkin at Indiana University Of Pa working on camera trap study. Contact though email at gsncc@iup.edu
- Dr. Josiah Townsend - Phd Fulbright Scholar-Honduras ('19-20), Professor of Biology at Indiana University Of Pa and research. Contact through email at josiaht@iup.edu
Timeline
Lab Assistant
Indiana University of PA
09.2024 - Current
Lab Assistant
Indiana University of PA
09.2024 - Current
Manager
Bath & Body Works Inc.
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Rite Aid
11.2022 - 08.2023
Manager
Papa Johns
09.2017 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology Ecology And Conservation
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Harrisburg Area Community College
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