Jane Smith

Hi! I'm a Sociology Master's student with an interest in growing into People Operations, People Analytics, HR, and Data Analytics. I want to make the world of work a better place! I am trained in qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection, management, analysis, and visualization using Stata, R, SQL, Tableau, Excel, and I'm learning Power BI.

Brigham Young UniversitySalt Lake City, UTGraduate Research Assistant - Sociology DepartmentAug 2022 - Present

• Synthesize and evaluate current literature on various research topics, maintain and format a dynamic library of references.
• Conduct data management of raw public data to identify errors, operationalize variables, and prepare data for analysis.
• Analyze large datasets (N > 10,000) and conduct regression models using STATA & R to explore social patterns and trends.
• Visualize, interpret, and share results and policy implications using STATA and Tableau in publishable formats.

• Verified accuracy of over 500 client records & case notes to maintain compliance with government and NGO grants.
• Generated regular analysis reports using Excel, Salesforce, & PowerBI to track compliance goals and progress.
• Developed SOPs and training documents to streamline data management processes, meet entry deadlines, and reduce errors.
• Served as point-of-contact for all questions regarding contract requirements, data management issues, and changes in policy.

• Facilitated successful navigation of resettlement pathway for 40 refugee families, achieving independence within 2 years.
• Managed enrollment in welfare, health, education, language, and employment programs and maintained client schedules.
• Assessed individual needs and created personalized, trauma-informed care plans to meet client needs and goals.
• Coordinated with other departments to create and implement programs that addressed trends in client needs.

• Created and maintained department library of over 2500 published resources and implemented new check-out system.
• Compiled historic documents, transcribed and cataloged 50+ interviews, creating a digital archival library of faculty research.
• Interfaced with faculty to respond to unique needs and projects as they arose.

Masters of Science, Sociology - expected graduation Apr 2024

Coursework focuses on qualitative and quantitative data collection, management, and analysis methodologies, including designing surveys, conducting interviews, and rigorous statistical analysis methods.

My work explores fatherhood experiences, adverse childhood experiences, and delinquent or prosocial behavioral outcomes.