Sylvie (Matthew) Saunders
mwsaunders@usf.edu • (239) 206-6881
Objective
PhD student seeking part-time work at a cozy, people-focused café. Known for being reliable, quick to learn, and calm under pressure. I’m excited to contribute to a space like Felicitous — a place built on warmth, community, and a love of craft.
Skills
- Friendly and clear communicator
- Calm and focused during busy hours
- Learns quickly and takes feedback well
- Reliable, punctual, and respectful of routine
- Comfortable with technology and POS systems
- Committed to cleanliness and organization
- Works well independently or as part of a team
Experience
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of South Florida – Tampa, FL (2017–Present)
- Lead undergraduate biology labs and discussion sections
- Track and record student attendance for mandatory lab sessions
- Manage equipment setup and enforce safety protocols
- Communicate regularly with students and staff to keep everything running smoothly
Lab Systems Administrator
Computational Soft Matter Lab, USF Physics (2017–Present)
- Maintain lab infrastructure, including scheduling, user accounts, and shared computing resources
- Troubleshoot long-running jobs and balance multi-user priorities with a calm, service-oriented mindset
Education
PhD Candidate, Cell & Molecular Biology
University of South Florida – Expected 2025
Bachelor of Science, Physics
University of South Florida – 2017
Additional Info
- Regularly complete lab safety and EH&S training (chemical hygiene, PPE, emergency protocols)
- Experienced with delicate lab equipment and maintaining clean, safe workspaces
- Enthusiastic home espresso maker — curious to learn more about café equipment and service
- Longtime part of the USF community and admirer of Felicitous’s vibe and creative presence