Audrey Edwards
Camp Hill,PA
Summary
Highly organized research professional skilled in developing protocols and executing complex data collection processes. Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with research teams and regulatory bodies, driving successful outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Assistant
Capital Area Research
Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
08.2025 - Current
- Coordinated data and sample collection processes and maintained accurate records for research studies.
- Supported research staff in preparing study materials and documentation for regulatory submissions.
- Interacted with vendors to obtain supplies necessary for conducting clinical trials such as lab kits or medication samples.
Research Assistant for Sipe Laboratory
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, Pennsylvania
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
- Design and implement blood ethanol concentration quantification protocol with a cohort of mice.
- Design a protocol to monitor and record cage conditions for mice colon.
- Utilize PCR, gel electrophoresis, colorimetric assays, and 2-photon microscopy to obtain results.
Research Assistant
Hershey College of Medicine
Hershey, Pennsylvania
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Develop operating procedures for hemolysis testing and cleaning of Pediatric Ventricular Assist Device testing loop.
- Prepare blood through temperature regulation and addition of reagents.
- Meticulously record data and monitor experimental progress.
Resident Assistant
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, Pennsylvania
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Coordinate community building and informational events with 50 residents.
- Provide academic and interpersonal guidance to undergraduate residents.
- Attend weekly planning meetings to analyze program progress.
Research Assistant for Language and Aging Lab
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, Pennsylvania
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Screen, recruit, and consent eligible participants.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis using statistical software.
- Collaborated with faculty to develop research methodologies and protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Focus in Neuroscience
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA12-2024
Skills
- Specimen collection and data analysis
- Research methodology and protocol development
- Clinical trial support
- PCR and gel electrophoresis techniques
- Attention to detail
- Written and verbal communication
Timeline
Clinical Research Assistant
Capital Area Research
08.2025 - Current
Research Assistant for Sipe Laboratory
The Pennsylvania State University
07.2023 - 08.2025
Resident Assistant
The Pennsylvania State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
Research Assistant
Hershey College of Medicine
06.2022 - 09.2024
Research Assistant for Language and Aging Lab
The Pennsylvania State University
01.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology With A Focus in Neuroscience
The Pennsylvania State University