Zella Torrence
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Professional in environmental justice, population health, and public health policy, committed to community-driven initiatives. Adept team coordinator fluent in Spanish and English, emphasizing strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Detail-oriented Research Assistant with practical experience in clerical and laboratory tasks, contributing to advancing research objectives. Demonstrates leadership in team success through proficiency in data review, reporting, and specimen handling
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant (Chemical Risk Assessment)
California State University, East Bay
01.2023 - Current
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Orchestrated interdisciplinary collaboration with Dr. Juleen Lam, PhD, enhancing chemical risk assessment.
- Maternal Health Impact: Investigated ubiquitous chemicals' effect on maternal health, addressing reproductive outcomes during pregnancy.
- Insightful Prioritization: Applied a rigorous framework, studying 300+ chemicals, guiding interventions for maternal and fetal health.
- Precision Evidence Mapping: Employed advanced techniques linking industrial chemicals to maternal health, forming a foundation for evidence-based strategies.
- Example: Bisphenol AF Exposure Study:
- Investigated Bisphenol AF exposure via all routes (oral, dermal, inhalation).
- Utilized biomarkers, modeling, and administered exposures.
- Focused on defined mixtures with the chemical of interest.
- Enhanced understanding of Bisphenol AF implications on maternal health.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Public Health -
California State University - East Bay
Hayward, CASkills
- Strategy Planning & Execution
- Project/Team Leadership
- Team Building
- Organizational Change Management
- Data Analysis
- Data Collection
- Data Entry
- Analytical Thinking
- Database Research
- Research and analysis
- Research Paper Writing
- Communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Detail-oriented, trained in research methods
- Maintains confidentiality in sensitive matters
- CPR Certified
- Laboratory Testing
- Scientific Experiments
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis
- Specimen and sample preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
International Conference Society for Environmental Presentation
- Delivered a compelling presentation at the International Society for Environmental Epidemiology conference in Taiwan.
- Successfully disseminated groundbreaking research insights on the implications of industrial chemical exposure on maternal health, actively contributing to global academic discussions
Professional Highlights
- High level of accountability
- Adaptable team player, excelling independently and collaboratively
- Competent in organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Timeline
Research Assistant (Chemical Risk Assessment)
California State University, East Bay
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Public Health -
California State University - East Bay
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