ALANNAH EDWARDS
Bayonne
Summary
Results-driven Biobehavioral Health student at Pennsylvania State University with a background in clinical pediatrics and genetic research. Proven expertise in trans-generational epigenetic inheritance research at Princeton University and patient triage in high-volume medical settings. Skilled in statistical analysis, grant proposal writing, and maintaining rigorous laboratory standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher/Teacher Aide
ESS
04.2025 - Current
- Delivered engaging lessons with hands-on learning activities for k-12 while maintaining a structured, safe learning environment.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to implement lesson plans, assess student progress, and adapt teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles.
- Provided individualized support to students during laboratory activities and practical exercises, demonstrating a strong ability to break down complex concepts into manageable components.
Research Assistant
Lewis Sigler Institute of Integrative Genomics
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted in the research of trans-generational epigenetic inheritance of C. elegans
- Explicitly focusing on exposure and learned avoidance of PA14 and its effect on progeny
- Conducted lab experiments related to trans-generational avoidance behavior, contributing to the collection and analysis of data in a collaborative environment
- Performed statistical analysis using excel and other relevant software to identify trends and patterns
- Presented research results at a symposium
Receptionist
Carpenter Zuckerman & Rowley
06.2015 - 02.2017
- Increased customer satisfaction by 15% by streamlining operations and effectively managing a 20-line phone system
- Performed data entry
- Provided administrative support through applications such as MS Office & G-Suite
Pediatric Medical Assistant
Comprehensive Pediatrics
07.2012 - 12.2015
- Triaged patients
- Performed CBC
- Assisted with procedures such as wound cultures, ear-piercing, wart removals, suture removals, bilirubin tests, and newborn screenings
- Took doctor's handwritten or electronic notes during all exams (sick/well)
Education
Bachelor in Science - Biobehavioral Health & Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
PA05.2026
Associate degrees - Psychology and Social Behavioral Sciences
Moorpark College
Los Angeles, CA08.2023
Skills
- Research/Lab: Wet lab, Celegan handling, qualitative data collection, observational research, grant writing
- Clinical: Patient Triage, CBC, Wound Cultures, Newborn Screenings, EHR (Electronic Health Records)
- Technical: Excel (Pivot Tables/VLOOKUP), G-Suite, MS Office, Matlab, Prism, Python, Statistical Analysis Software Data Entry
Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/ CPR/ AED - Certificate ID - 01K5HMQ
- Instructional Substitute/Teacher Aide Certification ID - 01865313
Timeline
Substitute Teacher/Teacher Aide
ESS
04.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
Lewis Sigler Institute of Integrative Genomics
09.2024 - Current
Receptionist
Carpenter Zuckerman & Rowley
06.2015 - 02.2017
Pediatric Medical Assistant
Comprehensive Pediatrics
07.2012 - 12.2015
Associate degrees - Psychology and Social Behavioral Sciences
Moorpark College
Bachelor in Science - Biobehavioral Health & Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
PASSIONS
Clinical and Behavioral Neuroscience, Genetics, Animal Behavior and Evolutionary Biology