I am a detail-oriented researcher and academic professional with strong experience in information verification, data organization, and analytic review across academic and applied research contexts. I bring a rigorous research background from UC Berkeley and graduate-level analytic training, combined with hands-on experience supporting structured systems, documentation, and quality control. I thrive in asynchronous, independent work environments.

Sierra Wade

I am a detail-oriented researcher and academic professional with strong experience in information verification, data organization, and analytic review across academic and applied research contexts. I bring a rigorous research background from UC Berkeley and graduate-level analytic training, combined with hands-on experience supporting structured systems, documentation, and quality control. I thrive in asynchronous, independent work environments.

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I am a detail-oriented researcher and academic professional with strong experience in information verification, data organization, and analytic review across academic and applied research contexts.

I bring a rigorous research background from UC Berkeley and graduate-level analytic training, combined with hands-on experience supporting structured systems, documentation, and quality control. I thrive in asynchronous, independent work environments.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Academic Coach – College Link Program at California State University, East Bay
August 1, 2025 - Present
Maintain detailed, accurate documentation of student progress, notes, and academic plans within structured systems.
Co-Researcher at California State University, East Bay (Neurodiversity in Higher Education – PAR Study)
August 1, 2025 - Present
Collaborate on participatory action research examining neurodivergent student experiences. Review qualitative data for clarity, consistency, and thematic accuracy. Contribute to structured synthesis of findings aligned with research objectives.
Undergraduate Research Apprentice (URAP) at University of California, Berkeley
August 1, 2021 - May 31, 2023
Assisted a PhD candidate with dissertation research in paleobotany. Sorted, categorized, and validated carbonate plant remains with precision and consistency. Cross-referenced findings against established research frameworks to ensure accuracy. Maintained clean, well-documented datasets following strict research protocols.
Virtual College Application Advisor at MyMentor
January 1, 2024 - Present
Reviewed student materials for factual accuracy, clarity, and alignment with application requirements. Identified inconsistencies in timelines, coursework, and documentation. Provided objective, structured feedback to improve clarity and quality of written materials.
Co-Researcher – Neurodiversity in Higher Education (PAR Study) at California State University, East Bay
August 1, 2025 - Present
Collaborate on participatory action research examining neurodivergent student experiences; review qualitative data for clarity, consistency, and thematic accuracy; contribute to structured synthesis of findings aligned with research objectives.
Undergraduate Research Assistant (URAP) at University of California, Berkeley
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023
Assisted a PhD candidate with dissertation research in paleoethnobotany; sorted, categorized, and validated plant remains with precision and consistency; cross-referenced findings against established research frameworks to ensure accuracy; maintained clean, well-documented datasets following strict research protocols.

Education

Master of Science, Speech-Language Pathology at California State University, East Bay
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology (Minor: Linguistics) at University of California, Berkeley
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Master of Science, Speech-Language Pathology at California State University, East Bay
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology (Minor: Linguistics) at University of California, Berkeley
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026

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Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other