Ximena Zapata
Houston,TX
Summary
Graduated with a Biology Degree in the College of Natural Science at The University of Texas at Austin. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Always looking forward to new opportunities and gaining new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freshman Research Initiative - Lab Worker
The University of Texas
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Cooperated with other technicians to develop and test new protocols. Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations every week. Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Trained and supervised 8 junior technicians in laboratory protocols. Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
Private Home Tutor
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies. Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
Babysitter
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Communicated positively with children and guardians. Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Transported children to and from school and extra-curricular activities.
Jewelry Sales Associate
TJX Companies
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales. Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
Customer Service Cashier
Church's Fried Chicken
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift. Enabled customers to feel welcomed and appreciated by answering questions about products sold. Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
Customer Service Cashier
Pizza Patron
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times. Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas
Austin, TX08.2024
High School Diploma -
Carnegie Vanguard High School
Houston, TX05.2020
Certification
- Certified in Pipetting Micro and Serological, Biological Laboratory
- Certified in STB - Bleeding Control Basic
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Timeline
Private Home Tutor
02.2022 - 12.2023
Babysitter
01.2022 - 12.2023
Freshman Research Initiative - Lab Worker
The University of Texas
08.2021 - 05.2024
Jewelry Sales Associate
TJX Companies
05.2021 - 08.2021
Customer Service Cashier
Church's Fried Chicken
10.2019 - 08.2020
Customer Service Cashier
Pizza Patron
06.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Texas
High School Diploma -
Carnegie Vanguard High School
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