ABIGAIL MCDOWELL
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated third-year student at the University of San Diego pursuing a Chemistry major and Theology minor. Committed to becoming a licensed psychiatrist, blending scientific knowledge of medication with compassionate patient care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Writing Center Consultant
University of San Diego
San Diego, California
09.2023 - Current
- Provided feedback on written drafts for clarity, organization, content development, and accuracy.
- Facilitated discussions about topics related to academic writing processes.
- Conducted individual consultations with students to discuss their writing projects.
- Trained new tutors on best practices for working with writers from diverse backgrounds.
- Developed innovative approaches for helping struggling writers improve their skillset.
Retail Associate
Janie and Jack
La Jolla, CA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted customers in finding products, answered questions, and made product recommendations.
- Conducted regular stock counts to verify accuracy of inventory records.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Maintained store appearance by stocking shelves, organizing merchandise displays, and cleaning counters.
Summer Research Scholar
University of San Diego Biochemistry Department
San Diego, California
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Conducted literature reviews to identify relevant information related to project goals.
- Synthesized organic compounds in high yield and purity
- Assisted in the design of experiments and laboratory protocols.
- Recorded all experimental observations accurately in a lab notebook following established protocols.
- Performed calculations to determine statistical significance of results obtained from experiments.
Research Team Member
University of San Diego Chemistry Department
San Diego, California
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Analyzed data using statistical software programs (Excel)
- Learned how to prepare NMR samples and interpret data.
- Tracked purity of compounds using GC-MS software.
- Maintained accurate records of all experiments conducted during research projects.
- Collaborated with team members to identify relevant research methods.
Crew Member
Chipotle
Rochester, Michigan
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
- Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
- Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
- Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
- Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
Education
B.S. - Chemistry
University of San Diego
San Diego, California05.2026
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame Preparatory
Pontiac05-2022
Skills
- Innovation and Creativity
- Research design
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clear Communication
- Tutoring
- Experimental design
- Scientific Writing
- Laboratory skills
- Critical Thinking
- Proofreading
Accomplishments
- Presidential Scholarship
- Dean's Honor List
References
References available upon request
Volunteer Experience
Pharmacy Volunteer, Brighton First, Dominican Republic, 01/01/23, Ongoing
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Retail Associate
Janie and Jack
06.2024 - 08.2024
Writing Center Consultant
University of San Diego
09.2023 - Current
Summer Research Scholar
University of San Diego Biochemistry Department
06.2023 - 08.2024
Research Team Member
University of San Diego Chemistry Department
06.2023 - 09.2023
Crew Member
Chipotle
06.2023 - 09.2023
B.S. - Chemistry
University of San Diego
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame Preparatory