Zachary Almquist
Moline,Illinois
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Research Programs
Palmer College of Chiropractic
11.2021 - Current
- Provide faculty with grant pre-award management, primarily assisting in the development of NIH grant applications.
- Provide all marketing material related to the Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research
- Develop all research center reports (annual: 3 Board of Trustees Reports, 1 College Annual Report, 1 Strategic Planning Report, 1 State of the Center Report, and 1 Biennial Research Report every other year).
- Coordinate the Palmer College of Chiropractic's Research Honors Program
- Manage and Coordinate the Post-doctoral Research Scholar position.
- Coordinate monthly Journal Club presentations and monthly Clinical Seminar Series presentations.
- Assist on various writing and research projects as needed, such as the Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research's Research Summary Series. Includes 1 published paper: Vining R, Smith J, Anderson B, Almquist Z, Wong D. Developing an initial set of quality indicators for chiropractic care: A scoping review. BMC Health Serv Res. 2024 Jan 12;24(1):65.
Employer Development Specialist
The Safer Foundation
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Identify and recruit employers that offer quality employment opportunities for clients; establish employer partnerships; maintain employer contacts.
- Created course syllabus for and facilitate job readiness training program.
- Coordinate services with caseworkers, parole officers, and other persons involved in client rehabilitation.
- Maintain and update client and employer records in accordance with program and grant guidelines.
Library Clerk
East Moline Public Library
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Operated circulation desk, including lending library materials to patrons and offering patron assistance.
- Maintained library and patron records
- Communicated with regional libraries to locate and procure materials for inter-library loans.
Campaign Field Organizer
Gregg Johnson for State Senate
05.2018 - 02.2019
- Knocked on 4,000 doors across four counties to promote the candidate and his platform in person.
- Participated in community engagement activities to meet campaign objectives.
- Executed a Get-out-th-Vote plan spanning 2 offices, 12 priority precincts, and over 50 export precincts in rural, suburban, and urban areas.
- Trained canvassers and other staff/volunteers.
- Assisted the Regional Field Director in the day-to-day operations of the office.
Computer Lab Assistant
Western Illinois University
01.2015 - 06.2018
- Supervised computer labs and users.
- Provided student and faculty support.
- Performed basic computer and printer maintenance and troubleshooting.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Western Illinois University
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Co-taught English 301: Women and Literature, with a focus in Agrarian Labor.
- Lectured and mentored a cohort of 20+ undergraduate students.
- Assisted in the construction of the course syllabus, including choosing reading materials.
- Provided research assistance and clerical assistance to lead professor.
Congressional Intern
The Office of Representative Cheri Bustos (IL17)
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Assisted Congressional staff with casework management
- Served as first point of contact for constituents seeking office assistance
- Conducted official correspondence from the Congressional Office to constituents.
- Performed administrative and clerical duties.
- Participated in community engagement events and discussions.
Security Forces Journeyman
United States Air Force
06.2010 - 06.2014
- Provided entry control security and security for personnel and property.
- Performed law enforcement duties.
- Coordinated responses to alarm alerts.
- Served as dispatcher for base security forces.
- Assisted civilian, military personnel, and government contractors in obtaining clearance for base entry.
- Apprehended individuals with active municipal, state, or federal warrants.
- Deployed to Al-Assad Air Base, Iraq - 4/2011-12/2011.
- Deployed to Willemstad, Curacao - 3/2013-12/2013
- Awarded Airman of the Quarter twice, Achievement medal (Iraq 2011), and a Good Conduct medal.
Education
Master of Arts - English Literature & Language
Western Illinois University
Moline, IL12-2018
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Language
Western Illinois University
Moline12-2016
Associate of Arts - General Studies
American Military University
Charlestown, WV05-2014
Certification
- CITI Program, Biomedical Research 1 & 2, 1/2025-1/2028
- Technical Writer HQ, Grant Writing Certification, 11/2023
- Udemy, Microsoft Excel Advanced course, 6/2022
- Emergency management institute, FEMA Incident Command System Training, 8/2024
Timeline
Manager of Research Programs
Palmer College of Chiropractic
11.2021 - Current
Employer Development Specialist
The Safer Foundation
10.2020 - 11.2021
Library Clerk
East Moline Public Library
09.2019 - 10.2020
Campaign Field Organizer
Gregg Johnson for State Senate
05.2018 - 02.2019
Graduate Teaching Assistant
Western Illinois University
08.2017 - 12.2017
Congressional Intern
The Office of Representative Cheri Bustos (IL17)
01.2017 - 06.2017
Computer Lab Assistant
Western Illinois University
01.2015 - 06.2018
Security Forces Journeyman
United States Air Force
06.2010 - 06.2014
Master of Arts - English Literature & Language
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature & Language
Western Illinois University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
American Military University
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