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Ashwin Nayak

Medford,NJ

Summary

Dynamic research professional with experience at UPMC Presbyterian, skilled in data analysis and experimental design. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and apply technical writing expertise to support publication efforts. Proficient in neural data analysis, contributing to impactful research outcomes in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant

South Jersey Center for Dental Medicine
, NJ
10.2021 - Current
  • Sterilized equipment to ensure compliance with health standards.
  • Assisted in dental procedures, including fillings, crowns, and root canals.
  • Facilitated patient onboarding by entering new patients into the chart and collecting payments.
  • Coordinated front desk operations, including patient scheduling and insurance verification.
  • Collected impressions for dental procedures to guarantee precision and accuracy.

Research Lab

UPMC Presbyterian
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Utilized software to detect synaptic currents for research purposes.
  • Assisted in slicing mouse brains for experimental analysis.
  • Supported lead scientist in data analysis for publication preparation.

Assistant

The Dentists at Shadyside Place
, PA
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Provided chairside assistance during fillings, crowns, and root canals for efficient workflow.
  • Scanned patients for inlays and onlays to facilitate treatment planning.
  • Assisted with Invisalign treatment cases to support orthodontic goals.
  • Contributed to manufacturing implants within the clinic lab for timely patient care.
  • Obtained patient impressions for restorative procedures, ensuring accuracy.
  • Sterilized equipment to uphold infection control standards.

Assistant

Haddon Heights Smiles
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Company Overview: Rutgers School of Dental Medicine
  • Shadowed a general dentist
  • Took phone calls
  • Sterilized Equipment
  • Wrote notes on procedures done during the day
  • Rutgers School of Dental Medicine

Student

Decision For Dentistry
New Brunswick, NJ
10.2019 - 04.2020
  • Acquired skills in making dental impressions during training at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine.
  • Engaged graduate students in discussions about pathways to becoming a dentist.
  • Participated in hands-on learning experiences at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
12-2024

Skills

  • Neural Data analysis and collection
  • Experimental design and methodology
  • Laboratory procedures and safety
  • Team collaboration
  • Statistical software proficiency
  • Technical writing skills
  • Data interpretation
  • Gel electrophoresis
  • Technical writing
  • Clinical data management
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Bioinformatics tools

Affiliations

  • Delta Epsilon Mu- The Nation's Premier Professional Pre-Health All-Inclusive Fraternity, where I was treasurer for two years
  • Panther Pride award- $7,000 annual scholarship
  • Dental Science Club

Timeline

Research Lab

UPMC Presbyterian
07.2022 - 01.2024

Assistant

The Dentists at Shadyside Place
06.2022 - 08.2022

Assistant

South Jersey Center for Dental Medicine
10.2021 - Current

Assistant

Haddon Heights Smiles
06.2021 - 08.2021

Student

Decision For Dentistry
10.2019 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Pittsburgh
Ashwin Nayak