KAITLYN TRAUB
As an enthusiastic and driven person, I know how much hard work and patience it takes to make a vision become a reality. This site is a way of documenting the various projects I have been involved with around the world, the skills I have learned, and how I see myself developing in the future. To find out more, take a moment to look through the site. If something sparks your interest, or you would like to discuss what expertise I can bring to your organization, please feel free to contact me.
COVER STATEMENT
My Ambitions
Passionate and committed, I am seeking a position where I can utilize and expand my data analysis skills to contribute to improving public health at the community level. I am interested in improving adolescent health by focusing on the resources and agency available within that population. My sense of adventure has not only taken me to many amazing places, but also lets me embrace each new challenge as an opportunity to learn and grow. I truly appreciate collaborating with colleagues and community members but do enjoy independent work. I would be pleased to speak with you about how I can benefit your organization with my expertise, experience, and ideas.
Who I Am
ABOUT KAITLYN TRAUB
SKILLS
With a thorough knowledge of maternal and child health, focusing specifically on adolescent health, I have many skills valuable for public health: a strong background in data analysis and epidemiology, conducting literature reviews, and the ability to clearly communicate findings for various audiences. I enjoy the challenge of learning new techniques and problem-solving. Read through to discover how I can bring competency, expertise, and a unique perspective to your organization.
WRITING
Reaching diverse audiences
RESEARCH
Working towards Health Equity
COMMUNICATION
Crossing cultural divides
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PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Adolescent Health Epidemiology Intern, Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs
May to September 2021
Completed literature review and formed research question to investigate the prevalence of teen dating violence among non-heterosexual students. Designed analytic plan and performed weighted descriptive and logistic regression statistical analyses with national survey data using SAS. Documented analytic methods and reported results for audience of policy experts
Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant Intern
November 2020 to Present
Collaborated with Minnesota Department of Health staff in the creation of annual federal reporting documents, priority briefs, and internal presentations. Focused on including a health equity lens and systems language in writing.
ASSOCIATE MICROBIOLOGIST, ANALYTICAL LAB GROUP
June 2018 to August 2021
Conducted antimicrobial product testing according to client-specified parameters for EPA claims with accurate GLP documentation of data. Started and maintained bacterial and fungal cultures. Identified microbial samples through staining and biochemical assays. Evaluated and worked with antibiotic resistant bacterial cultures.
EXTRACTION TECHNICIAN, LABCORP
February 2017 - June 2018
Prepared patient samples for analysis, performing liquid-liquid and solid phase extractions according to company standard operating procedures. Identified equipment requiring maintenance and completed routine disinfection within the laboratory.
SAMPLE PREP TECHNICIAN, MONSANTO
2016
Processed soil samples, pipetting resulting slurries for subsample testing. Performed soil homogenization and took initial moisture measurements. Completed requested procedures in accordance to laboratory standards.
PROGRAM ASSISTANT, LWF JERUSALEM PROGRAM
July 2015 - July 2016
Managed The Lutheran World Federation Jerusalem Program website, and finalized the transition into the new website format. Acted as project manager, writer, photographer, and assistant editor on the 2015 Annual Report. Managed guesthouse reservations, maintenance requests and oversaw guesthouse staff. Based in East Jerusalem.
PATIENT REGISTRATION REPRESENTATIVE, LONGMONT UNITED HOSPITAL
February 2015 - July 2015
Logged personal information from patients in several hospital departments including the Emergency Department and the Maternity Ward. Upheld HIPPA Privacy Standards. Based in Longmont, CO.
JUNIOR STAFF MEMBER, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER
August 2013 - July 2014
Edited, translated, compiled, and contributed to the writing of English publications. Communicated with national and international partners. Coordinated social media content. Liaised with international presenters at the Fourth Palestinian Environmental Awareness and Education Conference. Coordinated international volunteer interns. Based in Beit Jala, Palestine through the Young Adults in Global Missions program of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
WRITING INTERN, WAVERLY HEALTH CENTER
January 2013 – May 2013
Rewrote patient information handouts utilizing plain language standards. Researched and wrote articles for press releases and hospital publications. Assisted in creating educational materials for elementary school visits. Edited and reviewed research for publication. Based in Waverly, IA.
MICROBIOLOGY LAB ASSISTANT, WARTBURG COLLEGE
September 2012 - April 2013
Conducted curriculum research procedures. Prepared research materials for educational sessions. Wrote a new lab manual currently implemented in the curriculum. In charge of lab sterilization and organization. Based in Waverly, IA.
STUDENT MANAGER: WRITING, READING, SPEAKING LAB, WARTBURG COLLEGE
August 2011 – May 2013
Created semester schedule for all consultants. Collected and analyzed semester and year-long statistics. Conducted weekly staff meetings and recorded meeting minutes. Assisted students with specific writing, reading, and speaking assignments and worked on developing long-term skills. Communicated events of a consultation to professors via email as requested by students. Based in Waverly, IA.
CONSULTANT: WRITING, READING, SPEAKING LAB, WARTBURG COLLEGE
September 2010 – May 2013
Assisted students with specific writing, reading, and speaking assignments and worked on developing long-term skills. Communicated events of a consultation to professors via email as requested by students. Based in Waverly, IA.
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
MPH, UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
2020-2022
Anticipated graduation date in May, 2022. I completed my degree in Maternal and Child Health with minors in Epidemiology and Sexual Health. I focused on adolescent health, completing research in teen dating violence at both a national level and within the state of Minnesota. Additionally, I am collaborating in qualitative research investigating the experiences young adult women in their body image, exercise and diet habits while engaging with social media both before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
BA, WARTBURG COLLEGE
2009-2013
Received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology with an emphasis in Writing, achieving a GPA of 3.5. During my college career, I conducted a senior research project regarding non-spatial memory in female mice, interned with the Waverly Health Center, held two campus jobs, led two Spring Break service trips, and was a three-year member of the Wartburg College Concert Bands.
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CONTACT ME
Thank you for reviewing my skillset and resume. Please get in touch to find out more.
515-451-8165