Zac Carpenter
Parkersburg,WV
Summary
Passionate and highly skilled computational neuroscientist with expertise in modeling brain function, machine learning, and team-based research. Seeking opportunities to contribute advanced computational skills to cutting-edge neuroscience projects.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder
Cognitive Consultations
05.2024 - Current
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Led strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
Shipping Dock Worker
Dollar General Distribution Center
09.2021 - 02.2024
- Streamlined workflow for faster processing and loading of shipments, reducing turnaround times.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure accurate and timely updates to inventory records, allowing for more effective resource planning and allocation.
- Developed strong relationships with carriers, negotiating contracts that reduced overall shipping costs while maintaining excellent service levels.
- Optimized load planning techniques to maximize truck capacity usage without compromising product safety during transit.
- Prepared five to nine store batches for shipment daily.
Shift Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Managed multiethnic staff of five per shift.
- Filled up to five registers daily.
Warehouse Dock Worker
Amazon
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Demonstrated reliability and punctuality by consistently arriving on time and prepared for shifts, ensuring uninterrupted workflow at dock.
- Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors regarding any shipment discrepancies or potential issues that could impact productivity.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by organizing and maintaining dock workstations to ensure smooth operations.
- Utilized pallet jacks, forklifts, and hand trucks proficiently to move heavy loads within warehouse efficiently.
Teaching Assistant
University of Hartford
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Trained in lab safety, Bio 111-123 Lab administration, and provided valuable grading/feedback
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
Security Supervisor
[Previous Workplace]
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Oversaw a team of 30 and a facility of 1,000+ employees, resolved disputes, and managed scheduling
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Maintained a secure environment for employees and visitors by enforcing access control policies and visitor management procedures.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Improved employee safety by conducting regular training sessions on emergency procedures and proper use of security equipment.
Trained Security Officer
[Previous Workplace]
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Specialized in high-risk aversion tactics to secure facilities, cargo, and property
- Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase site productivity
Education
Certification - Computational Neuroscience
Neuromatch Academy
Remote07.2023
Master of Science in Neuroscience - Focused on Computational Techniques, Molecular Techniques, and Experimental Research
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Specialized in Experimentation and Research with a focus on Behaviorism, Cognition, and Psychometrics
Ohio University – Zanesville
Zanesville01.2014
Career Passport - Criminal Justice
Mid-East Career And Technology Center
Zanesville, OH06.2009
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Thinking
- Marketing
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Ethics and integrity
Certification
- Computational Neuroscience (2023)
- MATLAB (2022)
- SciPy (2022)
- Python Fundamentals (2022)
- CPR (2014-2018)
- Certified Emergency Dispatcher (2009-2010)
Computationalskills
Python, C++, MATLAB, JAVA, Keggle, Google Collaboratory, Machine Learning, Synaptic Modeling, SciPy, General Linear Models, Dimensionality Reduction, Autoencoders, Dynamical Systems, Bayesian Decisions, Reinforcement Learning
Publicationspresentations
Publication: Case Study: Pilocytic Astrocytoma (Manuscript in progress), Conference Presentations: Time limited testing taxes working memory - 30th Annual Convention of the Association for Psychological Science, San Francisco, CA (2018), Time’s up for timed testing - 2014 Ohio Student Expo, Athens, OH
Grantsawards
- Neuroscience Graduate Award (2017-2019)
- Provost Undergraduate Research Fund (PURF) Grant (2014)
- Scott J Novak Scholarship (2012-2014)
Leadershipachievements
- Mentored University of Hartford classmates (2017-2021)
- Head of Security at Flagship Amazon fulfillment center CMH-1 (2016-2017)
- Selected to secure top-secret cargo for Apple, Inc. (2015)
- Led charity drives throughout baccalaureate (2011-2014)
Teachingexperience
- Teaching Assistant for Introductory Biology Labs (2018-2019)
- Tutored Cognitive Psychology, Statistics, and Research Methodologies (2013-2014)
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading Science Fiction and Fantasy Novels
- Live Music
- Powerlifting
- Video Games
- Woodworking
- Tinkering
- Cuisine & Beverage Crafting
Community Service
- Conducted Neuroscience outreach to high school students (2019)
- Volunteered for University of Hartford Brain Awareness Week (2019)
- Participated in Light the Night (2011-2014) and Relay for Life (2003-2009)
Affiliations
- Cognitive Consultations
Hobbies
Reading science fiction and fantasy novels
live music
powerlifting
video games
woodworking
tinkering
cuisine & beverage cafting
Additional Information
Lateral thinker
active learner
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Founder
Cognitive Consultations
05.2024 - Current
Shipping Dock Worker
Dollar General Distribution Center
09.2021 - 02.2024
Shift Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
11.2020 - 02.2021
Warehouse Dock Worker
Amazon
11.2018 - 09.2019
Teaching Assistant
University of Hartford
01.2018 - 05.2019
Security Supervisor
[Previous Workplace]
08.2016 - 08.2017
Trained Security Officer
[Previous Workplace]
07.2014 - 08.2016
Certification - Computational Neuroscience
Neuromatch Academy
Master of Science in Neuroscience - Focused on Computational Techniques, Molecular Techniques, and Experimental Research
University of Hartford
Bachelor of Arts - Specialized in Experimentation and Research with a focus on Behaviorism, Cognition, and Psychometrics
Ohio University – Zanesville
Career Passport - Criminal Justice
Mid-East Career And Technology Center
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