ANNIKA PATEL
Los Angeles
Summary
Developed exceptional public speaking and presentation skills in dynamic environments, effectively engaging diverse audiences. Demonstrated ability to research, create, and deliver compelling content, adapting to various topics and settings. Seeking to transition into a new field, leveraging strong communication and analytical abilities to make a meaningful impact.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Intern
RadiantPath Health
Houston, TX
03.2026 - Current
- Conducted research on patient care best practices to enhance service delivery.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff in proposing a business model.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing data analysis findings, informing key decision-makers of important trends and patterns.
- Developed engaging content for social media platforms to enhance brand visibility.
IfORE Speaker & Poster Presenter
Sigma Xi
Washington, D.C. (District Of Columbia)
11.2024 - 11.2024
- Designed and delivered a workshop on publishing peer-reviewed research, providing essential strategies and resources to support accessibility for student researchers.
- Led and delivered an independent research project on music's impact on concentration to a professional judging panel.
- Integrated expert insights to improve and extend research efforts focused on sports-related concussions and mental health.
- Engaged with peer research presentations to broaden scientific perspective and gain hands-on exposure to diverse methodologies.
- Fostered collaboration among researchers and students to promote active participation in the scientific community.
Summer Student Worker
AbbVie
Irvine, CA
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Executed comprehensive research on gene therapy treatments within health outcomes research division.
- Engaged with cross-functional research teams to conduct comprehensive analysis and synthesis of scientific literature.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews and assessed clinical studies to enhance project outcomes.
- Facilitated regular briefings to supervisors, summarizing critical findings and insights.
- Delivered comprehensive research findings to internal teams to inform and guide strategic decision-making.
- Synthesized data-driven insights approved for integration into presentations targeting insurance stakeholders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, US06-2029
High School -
Canyon High School
Anaheim Hills, US06-2025
Skills
- Dynamic communicator
- Confidence building
- Cultural awareness
- Content creation
- Problem-solving
- Quick learner
- Attention to detail
- Flexible schedule
- Research and analysis
- Strong academic record
- Presentations
Timeline
Summer Intern
RadiantPath Health
03.2026 - Current
IfORE Speaker & Poster Presenter
Sigma Xi
11.2024 - 11.2024
Summer Student Worker
AbbVie
05.2024 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of Southern California
High School -
Canyon High School
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- National Honors Society, Officer, Anaheim Hills, California, 2023-08, 2026-05, Built strong relationships within community by participating in local events and activities., Provided guidance, support and mentorship to junior personnel in developing professional skillsets., Volunteered at events such as clothing drives, library reshelving, elementary school fairs, after school tutoring center, and more.
- Beyond Blindness, Student Volunteer, Orange, California, 2022-06, 2022-07, Developed strong working relationships with personnel and peers., Built relationships with community organizations to increase awareness about volunteer services available., Collaborated with professionals and supervisors to assist children who experience vision loss, learning disabilities, and other disabilities., Developed strong communication and interpersonal skills by interacting with diverse groups of people., Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve conflicts between children.
PUBLICATIONS
- Zhou, W., Zhu, E., Thai, R., Chun, A., Burkley, N., Xiang, Patel, A., R., Patel, J., Phillips, O., Maloney, A., Gulati, K., Chebil, M., Miskinyar, U., Kim, D., Wei, J., Howery, A., Schlechter, J., Kim, J., Liu, A., & Ludwig, E. (n.d.). The pseudo-science of race and ethnicity: some lessons and perspectives when talking about race, racism and racial justice.
- Https://www.ethicscenter.uci.edu/files/docs/fabulous_mentoring/2022/03%20The%20Pseudo-Science%20of%20Race%20and%20Ethnicity.pdf
- Https://sites.google.com/view/my-journey-to-student-research/research-guides
Awards
- USC Dean's List
- Science Olympiad 3rd Place Medal
- Science Olympiad 6th Place Medal
- Sigma Xi Research Society Student Speaker
- 3 Top of the Tribe Awards