Shannon Parker (nee O'Donnell)
Rotorua,BOP
Summary
I believe I am a detail-oriented Laboratory Manager highly effective at keeping laboratories running smoothly and efficiently. Knowledgeable about managing supplies, equipment and facilities. I strive to pursue new professional challenges with the opportunity to make a positive impact on laboratory operations, research success and student learning. I am an open and clear communicator, that likes to foster relationships.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sport Science Lab Manager
University Of Waikato
08.2019 - Current
- Designed processes to increase efficiency by minimizing error and reducing repetitive tasks.
- Trained and managed our post graduate students to perform testing with our range of equipment and run the ASSEP program.
- Set and oversaw SOP guidelines for laboratory work.
- Worked with a range of key stake holders to maintain relationships and use of our lab facilities and equipment.
- Worked closely with the lecturers in the Human Performance Science major to meet their teaching requirements.
Teaching Fellow
University Of Waikato
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Convenor of HPSCI101 in 2020 and 2021, co-delivered HPSCI304 in 2020 and 2021, and convenor of HSHUP301/302 & HELTH301/302 in 2022 which involved the following;
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop engaging lectures and labs.
- Verified course design and delivery complied with school quality guidelines and regulatory standards.
- Provided mentoring, gave advice on study skills and helped students with learning problems.
- Chief supervisor of two Masters Students and co-supervisor of one PhD student
- Work Integrated Learning co-ordinator which involved liaising between students and organisations to create successful workplacement experiences.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Linz Blackwings Ice Hockey
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Supported the head Strength and Conditioning Coach to deliver daily training sessions that focused on improving power, speed and endurance.
- Developed and implemented a recovery program for the coaches to implement in their squad of 20 professional athletes.
- Advised the coaching staff on their travel schedules to aid the athletes sleep and subsequent performance.
- Led training sessions for 10 high-performance ice hockey athletes in the offseason period.
Performance Analyst
Waikato Bay Of Plenty Magic Netball
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Filmed and coded each game and training session for the team, with instances of each moment of play.
- Provided statistical reports of each game and upcoming opponents games.
- Assisted the coaching staff in the delivery of review and preview video sessions for the team.
- Upskilled the coaching staff and athletes on using Sportscode and Hudl software confidently.
Education
Ph.D. - Sport Science
University of Waikato
Hamilton, NZ12.2018
Skills
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Proficient in IT
- Data Analytics
- Equipment Maintenance
- Community Relationships
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Public Speaking
Research Publications
O’Donnell S., Beaven, C & Driller, M. (2018). The influence of match-day napping in elite female netball athletes. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance.
O’Donnell, S., Beaven, C & Driller, M. (2018). From pillow to podium: a review on understanding sleep for elite athletes. Nature and Science of Sleep. 243-253.
O’Donnell, S., Beaven, C & Driller, M. (2018). Sleep/wake behavior prior to and following competition in elite female netball athletes. Sports Science for Health.
O’Donnell, S., Jacobson, G., Bird, S & Driller, M. (2018). Sleep and stress hormone responses to training and competition in elite female athletes. European Journal of Sports Science.18(5) 611-618.
O’Donnell, S & Driller, M. (2017). Sleep-hygiene education improves sleep indices in elite female athletes. International Journal of Exercise Science. 10(4) 522-530.
O’Donnell, S., Tavares, F., McMaster, D & Driller, M. (2017). The validity and reliability of the GymAware linear position transducer for measuring counter-movement jump performance in female athletes. Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science. 22(1) 101-107.
Contributions
Driller, M., McQuillan, J & O’Donnell, S. (2016). Inter-device reliability of an automatic-scoring actigraph for measuring sleep in healthy adults. Sleep Science. 9(3).
Driller, M., Tavares, F & O’Donnell, S. (2017). What wrist should you wear your actigraphy device on? Analysis of dominant vs. non-dominant wrist actigraphy for measuring sleep in healthy adults. Sleep Science. 10(3).
Driller, M., Tavares, F., McMaster, D & O’Donnell, S. (2018). Assessing a smartphone application to measure counter movement jumps in recreational athletes. International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching.
Conference Presentations
O’Donnell, S., Jacobson, G., Bird, S & Driller, M. Sleep and stress hormones in training and competition in elite female athletes. Proceedings of the Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand Conference, Cambridge New Zealand. 2016. (Oral Presentation).
O’Donnell, S., Tavares, F., McMaster, D & Driller, M. The validity and reliability of the GymAware linear position transducer for measuring counter-movement jump performance in female athletes. Proceedings of the Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand Conference, Cambridge New Zealand. 2016. (Poster Presentation).
O’Donnell, S., Jacobson, G., Bird, S & Driller, M. Sleep and stress hormones in training and competition in elite female athletes. Proceedings of the ICHPTS 2017: 19th International Conference on High-Performance Training for Sports. Zurich, Switzerland. 2017. (Oral Presentation).
O’Donnell S., Beaven, C & Driller, M. Match-day napping on perceived energy and performance in elite female netball athletes. Proceedings of the Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand Conference, Cambridge New Zealand. 2017. (Oral Presentation).
O’Donnell, S. Sleep and the elite female athlete: finding the balance. Proceedings of the Female Athlete Health Symposium, Tauranga New Zealand. 2017. (Invited Oral Presentation).
Reviewer for International Journals
· Sports Medicine
· International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance
· Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science
· Physical Therapy in Sport
Funding and Awards
2015 – 2018
University of Waikato KIA Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic Netball Doctorate Scholarship.
2017
Winner of best presentation award at the Proceedings of the ICHPTS 2017: 19th International Conference on High-Performance Training for Sports. Zurich, Switzerland.
2014 – 2018
Sir Edmund Hillary’s Higher Qualifications Scholarship.
2011 –2013
Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship.
2006 – 2011
New Zealand Barefoot Waterski Team Member
- Bronze Medal at the World Championships, Germany 2010
2006 – 2015
Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions netball representative (Under 19, Under 23 and Open divisions)
- New Zealand Under 19 Champions 2012
References
These can be provided on request.
Timeline
Teaching Fellow
University Of Waikato
04.2020 - 12.2022
Sport Science Lab Manager
University Of Waikato
08.2019 - Current
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Linz Blackwings Ice Hockey
01.2019 - 07.2019
Performance Analyst
Waikato Bay Of Plenty Magic Netball
01.2015 - 08.2018
Ph.D. - Sport Science
University of Waikato
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