Elisabeth Bader
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
Versatile and dynamic professional with a proven track record at the University of Amsterdam, adept in multitasking and critical thinking. Excelled in roles requiring attention to detail and adaptability, enhancing team collaboration and customer satisfaction. Skilled in inventory oversight and sensitive information handling, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and professional growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician and Animal Caretaker
University of Amsterdam
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborating with- and supporting researching faculty, students and other technicians within the chemical ecology laboratory;
- Maintaining and caring for a divers amount of organisms, among which several populations of moths, spiders and plant species;
- Creating a clean, safe and productive work environment; Developing and upholding protocol;
- Maintaining (chemical) stocks and placing orders; Independently conducting small-scale research;
- Interpreting, documenting and reporting data/results.
Administrative Assistant
Wholesale - Daan Kromhout B.V. (NL)
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Answering multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors;
- Handling incoming and outgoing contact with customers though e-mail;
- Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies;
- Delivering excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries and addressing concerns effectively;
- Registering (sales) data;
- Preparing and processing orders, and invoicing activities.
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Hospital - Lisse (NL)
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Handling incoming and outgoing contact via telephone and/or e-mail;
- Scheduling appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases; administering medication and/or vaccinations to patients;
- Restraining patients to protect veterinarians from potential harm;
- Maintaining a clean and safe workspace;
- Preparing for- and assisting during consultation hours and surgical procedures;
- Educating clients on preventive care, such as vaccination schedules, flea/tick control, dental hygiene and nutrition guidelines;
- Assisting in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion;
- Monitoring admitted (post-operative) patients;
- Conducting diagnostic tests.
High School Biology Teacher
Wellant College, Rijnsburg (NL)
08.2016 - 06.2021
- Creating a safe and positive classroom environment that promotes the emotional well-being and academic growth for all students;
- Teaching by incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities into lesson plans;
- Increasing student engagement by implementing debate sessions and critical thinking into lesson plans;
- Organizing field trips and inviting guest speakers to expose students to real-world applications of biological concepts and career opportunities;
- Leading after-school tutoring sessions;
- Updating the curriculum to align with national standards and ensure relevance to current scientific knowledge;
- Encouraging parental involvement through regular communication about student progress and upcoming events and or projects;
- Administrative side tasks.
College Tutor
Wellant College, Aalsmeer (NL)
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Lesson preparation and implementation leading to increased motivation and ownership among students;
- Providing one-on-one tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs, resulting in higher levels of comprehension and retention of course material;
- Maintaining open communication with caregiver(s) regarding student progress, addressing concerns as needed;
- Administering exams and assignments to monitor student understanding and progress;
- Joint care of the animals present;
- Administrative side duties.
Front Desk Administrator
Hotel De Admiraal, Noordwijk Aan Zee (NL)
06.2011 - 09.2014
- Greeting visitors and customers upon arrival, offering assistance when needed and answering questions;
- Handling sensitive information with discretion, maintaining client confidentiality at all times;
- Exceeding client expectations through personalized attention, delivering solutions tailored to individual needs;
- Maintaining an organized reception area, creating a welcoming atmosphere for clients and visitors;
- Managing a multi-line phone system, redirecting calls for efficient communication;
- Processing incoming mail;
- Reporting facility and room maintenance problems to appropriate personnel for immediate remediation;
- Conducting regular inventory checks on supplies allowing proactive restocking before depletion causes delays.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northgo College, Noordwijk
Noordwijk, The NetherlandsVeterinary Technician
Wellantcollege Mbo, Aalsmeer
Aalsmeer, The NetherlandsAssociate of Applied Science - Animal Health And Welfare
InHolland - University of Applied Sciences
Delft, The NetherlandsAssociate of Applied Science - Knowledge Management
Aeres University of Applied Sciences
Wageningen, The NetherlandsCourse Succesfully Completed - Capillary Gas Chromatography
University of Amsterdam - Avans+
Breda, The Netherlands03.2024
Skills
- Positive Attitude
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Professional Demeanor
- Verbal and written communication
- Hospitality- and Customer services
- Multitasking Abilities
- Sensitive information handling
- Critical Thinking
- Conflict Management
- Inventory Oversight
Languages
Dutch
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Lab Technician and Animal Caretaker
University of Amsterdam
08.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Wholesale - Daan Kromhout B.V. (NL)
02.2022 - 05.2022
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Hospital - Lisse (NL)
06.2021 - 01.2022
High School Biology Teacher
Wellant College, Rijnsburg (NL)
08.2016 - 06.2021
College Tutor
Wellant College, Aalsmeer (NL)
09.2014 - 08.2016
Front Desk Administrator
Hotel De Admiraal, Noordwijk Aan Zee (NL)
06.2011 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Northgo College, Noordwijk
Veterinary Technician
Wellantcollege Mbo, Aalsmeer
Associate of Applied Science - Animal Health And Welfare
InHolland - University of Applied Sciences
Associate of Applied Science - Knowledge Management
Aeres University of Applied Sciences
Course Succesfully Completed - Capillary Gas Chromatography
University of Amsterdam - Avans+
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