Ria T. Chin Chuck
Tacarigua
Summary
Resourceful Research Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in data analysis, statistical software proficiency, and academic writing. Excel at critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring success in collaborative research environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital Strategist
Saltwater Studios (Caribbean) Ltd.
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Monitored online conversations on various channels including social media and forums.
- Developed and executed email marketing campaigns with automated workflows for lead generation.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of campaign activities against established objectives.
- Worked closely with team members to develop new ideas and initiatives in order to maximize ROI.
- Analyzed website performance data and adjusted campaigns accordingly.
- Created content calendars to ensure timely execution of campaigns.
- Developed and implemented digital marketing strategies to increase brand awareness.
- Produced reports detailing key performance indicators of campaigns across all channels.
- Researched new technologies and trends in digital marketing and kept abreast of industry developments.
- Implemented tracking tools such as Google Analytics, Hotjar. to monitor user behavior on websites.
- Developed strategy around influencer marketing programs to reach target audiences.
- Optimized search engine visibility through SEO best practices.
- Conducted competitive analysis of the digital landscape to identify opportunities for growth.
- Stayed up to date on different product markets to maximize understanding and effectiveness.
- Improved branding strategies and online communication by utilizing research into competition, market conditions and economic indicators.
- Prepared compelling marketing strategies through performing thorough research and understanding clients' needs.
- Monitored and analyzed rankings and traffic of websites to verify optimal placement.
- Searched competitive landscape to determine how to create unique, differentiated product within marketplace.
- Investigated and outline structures required to implement digital plans.
- Tracked and researched trends in digital landscape in order to capitalize on available opportunities.
- Developed strategies to leverage influential content creators which led to increase in online buzz.
- Improved search-related activities through ongoing analysis, experimentation or optimization tests.
- Executed and managed banner, video and other non-text link ad campaigns.
- Identified appropriate key performance indicators, reporting on key metrics from digital campaigns.
- Established core metrics for projects based upon client needs.
- Prepared and presented reports to update stakeholders about success of each strategy.
Digital Assistant
Saltwater Studios (Caribbean) Ltd.
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided technical support for customers experiencing issues with the company's products or services.
- Collaborated with internal teams to ensure accuracy of product descriptions across all digital platforms.
- Researched new technologies that could be used to improve digital marketing efforts.
- Managed customer service inquiries via email and social media channels.
- Monitored online conversations related to the company's products or services.
- Performed keyword research to optimize content for search engines.
- Assisted in the creation of video content for website and YouTube channel.
- Analyzed data from Google Analytics to identify trends in user behavior.
- Edited images for use on websites, emails, and other digital platforms.
- Produced weekly reports on website performance metrics such as page views and unique visitors.
- Optimized existing web pages using SEO techniques to improve search engine rankings.
- Managed and developed new content for company website, app and social media platforms.
- Created graphical illustrations to share market research insights.
- Created proposals for service and product strategies based on marketing data.
- Determined best methods to meet research objectives and produce useful data.
- Summarized raw data and analyses and made recommendations based on findings.
- Wrote comprehensive reports outlining findings and translating concepts for technical and non-technical audiences.
Research Assistant
University of the West Indies
, TT
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Company Overview: Department of Biochemistry under the principal investigator - Dr S
- N
- Rampersad
- Department of Biochemistry under the principal investigator - Dr S
- N
- Rampersad
- Conducted primary and secondary research to identify relevant information for project development.
- Drafted manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals.
- Verified accuracy of data by conducting quality assurance checks on collected materials.
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously while ensuring accurate record keeping.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of experimental protocols.
- Utilized knowledge of scientific principles and techniques to troubleshoot problems encountered during the course of research.
- Presented findings at professional conferences or seminars as required by faculty supervisors.
- Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts.
- Performed literature reviews to ensure accuracy of results.
- Collaborated with other researchers in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.
- Organized and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data using statistical software packages such as SPSS or STATA.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects or brainstorm ideas for future endeavors.
- Maintained a database of all research activities conducted during the course of each project.
- Interpreted results from experiments and surveys to generate meaningful conclusions.
- Set up, calibrated, and maintained laboratory and field research equipment.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
- Examined experiment results to identify potential underlying causes for scientific findings.
- Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
- Interpreted test results and determined need for retesting.
- Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
- Compiled field observations and converted into data to prepare for experiments and tests.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
- Employed scientific methods to promote quality of collected samples and stored specimens.
- Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
- Used scientific method to assist colleagues and supervisors with experiments.
Education
Master of Philosophy - Plant Science
University of the West Indies St. Augustine Campus
12.2023
Bachelors of Science - Biochemistry, Biology
University of the West Indies St. Augustine Campus
12.2017
Skills
- MS Word
- Power Point
- Excel
- R Statistical software
- SPSS Statistical software
- ImageJ
- GiA Roots
- Bioinformatics software
- Meta
- Google Ads
- Google Analytics
- Canva
- Hootsuite
- Trello
- Air Table
- Digital Marketing
- Content Creation
- CRM Management
- ROI Analysis
- Budget Management
- Data Analytics
- Campaign Optimization
- Paid Advertising
- Conversion Rate Optimisation
- Competitor Analysis
- Customer Targeting
- Segmentation Strategy Development
- Strategic Planning
- Influencer Marketing
- E-Commerce Strategy
- Research documentation
- Protocol design
- Research reporting
- Experimental design
- Report development
- Teaching assistance
- Scientific writing
- Specimen preparation
- Literature reviews
- EndNote proficiency
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis
- Multitasking and organization
- Designing experiments
- Database research
- Lab equipment operation
- Analyzing and synthesizing data
- Tissue processing
- R programming
- Statistical analysis
- Research methods
- Microsoft office
- Conducting assays
- Research and analysis
- Laboratory operations
- Data collection and analysis
- Academic publishing
- Data analysis
- Research paper writing
- Data collection
References
- Mrs. Carina Nexar, Head of Client Services, Saltwater Studios (Caribbean) Ltd., carina@swstt.com, +1 (868) 285-9797 ext. 23 (O)
- Dr. Matthew Alves, Pathologist, Mt. Hope General Hospital, +1 (868) 735-1070
Publications
- Villafana, R. T., and S. N. Softwaread, Signatures of TRI5, TRI8 and TRI11 protein sequences of Fusarium incarnatum-equiseti species complex (FIESC) indicate differential trichothecene analog production., Toxins (Basal), 11, 2020, 386
- Villafana, R. T., and S. N. Rampersad, Three-Locus sequence identification and differential tebuconazole sensitivity suggest novel Fusarium equiseti haplotype from Trinidad., Pathogens, 9, 2020, 175
- Villafana, R. T., and S. N. Rampersad, Diversity, structure and synteny of the cutinase gene of Colletotrichum species, Ecology and Evolution, 10, 2020, 1425-1443
- Villafana, R. T., A. C. Ramdass, and S. N. Rampersad, TRI genotyping and chemotyping: a balance of power., Toxins, 12, 2020, 64
- Ramdass, A. C., R. T. Villafana, and S. N. Rampersad, Comparative sequence analysis of TRI1 of Fusarium., Toxins, 11, 2019, 689
- Villafana, R. T., A. C. Rampersad, and S. N. Rampersad, Development of a new methodology for the detection of Colletotrichum truncatum and Fusarium sp. In bell pepper seed., Phytoparasitica, 47, 2019, 543-555
- Villafana, R. T., A. C. Ramdass, and S. N. Rampersad, Selection of Fusarium trichothecene toxin genes for molecular detection depends on TRI gene cluster organization and gene function., Toxins, 11, 2019, 36
- Villafana, R. T., A. C. Ramdass, and S. N. Rampersad, Colletotrichum brevisporum is associated with Anthracnose of red bell pepper fruit in Trinidad., New Disease Reports, 39, 2019, 11-11
- Villafana, R. T., A. C. Ramdass, and S. N. Rampersad, First report of Colletotrichum truncatum causing Anthracnose in tomato fruit in Trinidad., Plant Disease, 102, 2018, 1857-1857
- Villafana, R., Echinometralucunter (Rock-boring Urchin)., The Online Guide to the Animals of Trinidad and Tobago, Ecology; UWI: St. Augustine Campus, 2015, https://sta.uwi.edu/fst/lifesciences/documents/Echinometra_lucunter.pdf
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/02/93
Timeline
Digital Strategist
Saltwater Studios (Caribbean) Ltd.
08.2023 - 03.2024
Digital Assistant
Saltwater Studios (Caribbean) Ltd.
11.2021 - 08.2023
Research Assistant
University of the West Indies
06.2018 - 07.2020
Master of Philosophy - Plant Science
University of the West Indies St. Augustine Campus
Bachelors of Science - Biochemistry, Biology
University of the West Indies St. Augustine Campus