University of Illinois Springfield Springfield - Health Science
Researcher/Technical Public Health Advisor
Oil and Gas Research
Field research, sample collection, survey development and collection, data analysis (SAS), report writing, document and training material development
Relationship building with state and local public health departments and industry partners
Research Consultant/Ethnographer
• Conducted market research via ethnographic fieldwork observation/interviews to generate insight on consumer preferences and habits in a variety of industries. Clients include Wal-Mart, Target, Kroger, Dollar General, Dryer, Avent, Hershey’s, Circle K, FedEx Office, and Universal.
• Analyzed data collected and generated reports to provide insight to companies on
opportunities and weaknesses in business operations
Docent
Volunteer teaching
Store Reviewer
• Inspected over 100 grocery and convenience stores for evaluation of compliance in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and basic food safety issues
• Collected data regarding key nutritional categories such as dairy, meat, bread, and fruits /vegetables
• Submitted reports and uploaded visual evidence (pictures and store sketches) to verify findings
Statistical Clerk
Marissa worked at US Census Bureau as a Statistical Clerk
DVM
veterinary medicine
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)
Environmental Health/Epidemiology
MS
Veterinary Medical Sciences-Toxicology