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Paola Moreno

Long Beach

Summary

Research professional with solid history of contributing to successful research initiatives. Known for collaborative efforts and adaptability within research teams, ensuring timely and accurate completion of projects. Valued for critical thinking, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Aide

California Botanic Garden
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in fieldwork and lab-based research on rare plant genomics.
  • Supported specimen preparation, DNA extraction, and data entry.
  • Coordinated with PI and other research mentees to manage project timelines.
  • Contributed to scientific manuscript preparation and figure development.
  • Developed strong relationships with external collaborators, facilitating clear communication channels that benefited project progression.
  • Assisted researchers with grant applications by providing necessary documentation support which led to successful awards.

Sales Associate

Nike Factory Store
07.2017 - 08.2024
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology: Ecology and Environmental Science

California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA
05.2024

Skills

  • Scientific writing & technical reporting
  • Intermediate at identifying California flora
  • Field research & lab testing
  • Running experiments & project planning
  • R & Python programming
  • Data analysis
  • Community outreach
  • Specimen and sample preparation
  • Conference participation
  • Communication & team training
  • ArcGIS
  • Customer service & payment processing
  • Cash handling & POS software

Languages

Spanish
English

Timeline

Research Aide

California Botanic Garden
01.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Nike Factory Store
07.2017 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biology: Ecology and Environmental Science

California State University, Dominguez Hills

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