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Brittany M. Wilson, PhD

Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Chicago,IL
Brittany  M. Wilson, PhD

Summary

Curious scientist constantly working to deepen her understanding of the human condition. Self-directed, ethical, and thorough in approach with meticulous attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills. Identifying patterns and making associations between diverse topics to propel understanding.

Overview

4
years of professional experience
16
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL

Postdoctoral Research Fellow
07.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Contributed to and actively participated in research conception, design and execution to address defined problems related to Bone Biology.
  • Handled live rodents to complete in vivo procedures as well as ex vivo dissection and preparation of tissues.
  • Maintained accurate records of research findings and provided statistical analysis and presentation of data results.
  • Authored scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Prepared posters and oral podium presentations for national scientific meetings.
  • Assisted teaching and instructing gross human anatomy to medical and other allied health profession students alongside other professors.

Education

Rush University
Chicago, IL

Ph.D. from Anatomy & Cell Biology
09.2012 - 05.2019

University Overview

Participated in various science communication endeavors, served as a social media liaison for the Orthopeadic Research Society, also served as graduate student council president. Awarded for excellence in anatomy tutoring.

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Science from Biology, Minor in Kinesiology
08.2007 - 05.2012

University Overview

Worked as a study group instructor for general chemistry students and undergraduate teaching assistant for human anatomy and physiology, sports editor for Chicago Flame.

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
08.2007 - 05.2012

University Overview

Worked as a research assistant in a cognitive psychology lab, served as tutoring coordinator for PSI CHI.

Skills

    Scientific Writing

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Hobbies

Yoga practitioner, rock climber, and dog lover with a deep appreciation for laughing. Played NCAA Division I softball 2007-2009.

Timeline

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Rush University Medical Center
07.2019 - Current

Rush University

Ph.D. from Anatomy & Cell Biology
09.2012 - 05.2019

University of Illinois At Chicago

Bachelor of Science from Biology, Minor in Kinesiology
08.2007 - 05.2012

University of Illinois At Chicago

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
08.2007 - 05.2012
Brittany M. Wilson, PhDPostdoctoral Research Fellow