Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Tyanna Hillsman

Murfreesboro,TN

Summary

Motivated student currently working towards degree in Psychology. Detail-oriented Research Assistant with hands-on experience performing clerical and laboratory work to advance research goals. Adept at prepping resources, equipment and materials for research. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Middle Tennessee State University
10.2023 - Current
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
  • Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
  • Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
  • Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Recorded experimental findings in laboratory notebook to analyze and interpret experimental findings.
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.

Volunteer

The Land Trust For TN
10.2023 - 11.2023
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of job sites by properly disposing of waste and returning tools and equipment to proper storage locations.
  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
  • Determined appropriate pesticides and herbicides, applying appropriately to protect plants.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.

Work Study Student

Middle Tennessee State University
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
  • Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
  • Assisted in planning and running special events such as orientations, conferences and fundraisers.
  • Helped with administrative support by managing incoming calls, coordinating files, and sorting mail.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
  • Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.
  • Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.

Volunteer

West Carroll City School District
08.2017 - 12.2018
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
  • Kept children between ages of 6 and 9 safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
  • Offered tutoring and mentoring to school-aged children in need of additional support.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
05.2024

High School Diploma -

West Carroll Junior/Senior High School
Atwood, TN
06.2020

Skills

  • Data Collection
  • Research Reporting
  • Document Management
  • Recordkeeping
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving
  • Social and Academic Development
  • Activity Planning
  • Emotional Development
  • Child Supervision

Timeline

Research Assistant

Middle Tennessee State University
10.2023 - Current

Volunteer

The Land Trust For TN
10.2023 - 11.2023

Work Study Student

Middle Tennessee State University
08.2020 - 05.2021

Volunteer

West Carroll City School District
08.2017 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Middle Tennessee State University

High School Diploma -

West Carroll Junior/Senior High School
Tyanna Hillsman