1. BYRNES KATHLEEN ELIZABETH MARGARET
E-mail: byrneskem@bigpond.com Phone number: 07 32887774 Mobil number: 0484116258
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CAREER OBJECTIVES
To obtain a position within a reputable company or government body that will enable further
advancement towards my current field of study in my academic career. I have the capacity to provide
skills in research and team group facilitation with knowledge in applied statistics, crime, policy and
legislation. I am keen to positively contribute within a progressive organisation and to further research in
publication. My preference would be to work and utilize specific areas towards applied statistics, social –
market research, economics or medical and biological sciences.
EMPLOYMENT ATTRIBUTES AND SKILL
RESEARCH: Completed Undergraduate/Postgraduate/Masters study skills with high achievement in
research for interpretation in statistical analysis and case study reports. Maintained statistical practical
knowledge, interpretation, with the ability to identify the appropriate use of methodologies given
complex data. Formulated knowledge in basic theory and principles of data mining (SAS) – areas in fraud
detection, credit scoring and medical diagnosis.
COMMUNICATION: I possess strong written communication skills noted by previous lecturers. Effective
group discussions would follow from fellow students/ lecturer questions within my presentations. Work
experience overall have endeavoured to adopt positive working relationships with staff in all areas.
Accordingly, I have continued to work in a sagacious manner with strong liaison skills that are
acknowledged and supported on communication with patients, community, and staff.
PROBLEM SOLVING: Coalesced my communication and research skills in use of ABS and SSAI data for
reports/assignments and presentations. Experienced aptitude in negotiation towards unexpected
contingencies. Prioritise in evaluative alternatives toward housekeeping tasks, nurse, reception, patient
service, and kitchen staff requests.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Prior Vacation Employment statistics program (unpaid employed: 20th -31st January, 2014) with
Queensland Government in Office Economic and Structural Policy. I am a member with SSAI and recently
completed workshops on statistical meta analysis with applications and bayes on the beach (Bayesian

2. statistics). Currently, I have no previous work experience as a statistician in paid employment.
Environmental Services Ramsey Health-St. Andrews Ipswich Private Hospital: My previous position with
Ramsey Health (13 years) as a Patient Support Service Provider had involved menial duties. By accepting a
less senior position I was able to accommodate part-time external undergraduate, postgraduate and
master studies with the University of Southern Queensland, Swinburne University & Griffith University.
Previous employment for a period of approximately 16 years was in the hospitality industry. This entailed
working within areas of the cocktail-lounge bar/gaming machines/bottle shop/restaurant. The Coronation
Motel in Brisbane I held a supervisory position for a number of years before relocating to Tasmania with my
husband and children.
Bookkeeping: Small business for a period of approximately eighteen months.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
MASTER OF SCIENCE (Applied Statistics) Swinburne University.
Key subjects:
(Average) Advanced Topic in Regression
Structured Equation Modeling
Statistical Marketing Tools
High Achievements: Using R for Statistical Analysis
DIPLOMA OF SCIENCE (Applied Statistics) (2012) Swinburne University.
Key subjects:
Current Academic External Studies (part-time)
(Average) Statistical Practice 1
Statistical Practice 2
Research Survey Design
Multivariate Statistics
Further Statistical Computing
Research Design
Survey Sampling
High Achievement: Basic Statistical Computing
Forecasting
MASTER IN FORENSIC MENTAL HEALTH - (2012) Griffith University.
Key subjects:
(Average) Rehabilitating Offenders (elective)
Risk Assessment and Management in Forensic Mental Health
Ethics and Accountability in Forensic Mental Health

3. High Achievement: Special Needs in Forensic Mental Health
Research Evaluation and Policy Analysis
Distinction: Mental Disorder and Crime
Forensic Mental Health Legislation and Policies
High Distinction: Interventions & Recovery in Forensic Mental Health (semester 2, 2012)
GRADUATE DIPLOMA OF PSYCHOLOGY STUDIES University of Southern Queensland (2008)
High Achievements: Individual Differences
Abnormal Behaviour
Research Methods B
Advanced Research Methods and Statistics
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Major Psychology), University of Southern Queensland (2006).
OTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Tertiary Preparation Program University of Southern Queensland (2000)
Tasmania
Burnie Tafe College Tasmania, 1991:
Horticultural program
Introductory to Computing
EMPLOYMENT ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS
Previous employment with Ramsey Health: Environmental Services: August 1999 – August 2012.
• The position with Ramsey Health required working in several areas of the hospital notably of most
importance was the application on resources and time management.
• Unexpected contingencies with the ability to prioritise by evaluating alternatives within my work
shift had increased my organisational skills. Given that the application for organisational skills with
time management are also crucial to my current studies for completion of reports/assignments at
the required academic level.
• This position entailed the ability to understand/empathise the needs of patients, establishing the
use of networks, and negotiating responsively with staff members (housekeeping, nursing,
reception and kitchen staff). I have demonstrated that I am responsible, reliable, and a good team
worker.
• Spasmodic timetable with the requirement of being on call seven days a week. Working in
conjunction to the equivalence of two staff members on conditions where one staff member could
not be replaced for that particular shift/ or public holidays.
• My strong liaison skills are acknowledged and supported on communication with patients,
community, and staff.

4. Experience in: Country Club/Motel/Hotel industry approximately 16 years
REFEREES AND REFERENCES
Swinburne University: Master of Science (applied statistics)
Associate Professor:
Denny Meyer:
Work no: 03 92144824
e-mail: dmeyer@swin.edu.
To verify my skills within my previous employment:
Previous departmental housekeeping manager/Currently Health & Safety Officer:
Karen Brennan:
Home no: 07 32815790
Work no: 0738169999
Current departmental housekeeping manager:
Shauna (known as Coz) Potter:
Home no: 07 32024032
Work no: 07 38169999.
Melissa Stevens (Co-ordinator)
Ramsey Health
Home no: 07 33897753
Work no: 07 38169999.
Most recent employer within the Hospitality Industry:
Simons Tavern Boonah Queensland
Andrew Casalengo (he knows me as Peggy – short for my name in Margaret)
Home phone: (07) 54633162
Mobile phone: 0438631100