Experience
Sep 2025 - Present
Student Researcher - Chinese Gen Z Work Attitudes
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Conducted a systematic literature review on involution, gendered work values, and coping strategies (e.g., “lying flat”) using peer-reviewed sources from sociology and psychology journals.
- Designed a qualitative interview study to examine how Chinese Gen Z and international students negotiate cultural and gendered career expectations, including developing interview protocols and participant criteria.
- Analyzed interview data and integrated findings into a research paper examining cross-cultural and gendered patterns in work attitudes.
Sep 2024 - Present
K-POP Album Reseller | Self-Employed
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Built an online resale business to $140K+ in sales and 2,200+ customers through e-commerce platforms.
- Launched an online shop using an e-commerce platform to centralize ordering, payments, and inventory, improving operational efficiency and customer experience.
- Sourced albums from U.S.-based distributors by tracking release schedules, comparing vendor pricing, and negotiating bulk purchases to maintain strong profit margins.
- Managed end-to-end supply chain operations, coordinating international freight forwarding, shipment tracking, and domestic fulfillment to ensure timely delivery.
- Analyzed preorder trends and past sales data to forecast demand and plan inventory, while resolving customer issues through direct messaging platforms to drive repeat business.
Dec 2023 – Present
Library Assistant
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Assisted patrons with circulation and account services; maintained physical collections.
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Enhance communication and multitasking skills through frequent interaction with diverse campus users and coordination with internal departments
Sep 2025 – Present
Student Academic Services Assistant
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Organized and monitored accommodation exams, including check-in/out, room setup, and documentation.
- Responded to student and faculty questions by phone regarding academic requirements and available support resources
Sep 2023 - Dec 2023
Theater Logistics Assistant
Saratoga Springs, NY
- Managed props and backstage transitions during live performances
Skills
Data & Statistical Analysis
SPSS, R, Microsoft Excel (formulas, charts), Descriptive & Inferential Statistics, Multivariate Regression, Crosstabulation
Research skills
Qualtrics (survey design and distribution), Literature Review, Content Analysis, Ethnographic Observation, Coding Development, Replication Studies
Communication & Collaboration
Academic Writing (APA & ASA styles), Report Composition, Presentation Delivery, Team-based Research Projects, Cross-cultural Communication
Technical Tools
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Data Visualization (SPSS, Excel)
Certifications
CITI Program – Social & Behavioral Research Certification (2023)
Languages
English (Advanced)
Chinese (Native)