Caden Ketchman
New York
Summary
Experienced with clinical trial design, laboratory procedures, and data analysis. Utilizes advanced research techniques to investigate medical phenomena and contribute to scientific knowledge. Knowledge of ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements ensures compliance and integrity in research activities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Assistant
Meyers Lab, Columbia University Irving Medical Center
01.2026 - Current
- Support clinical research on discontinuation of long-acting PrEP, focusing on HIV prevention during the pharmacologic “tail” period and risk of antiretroviral resistance.
- Conduct one-on-one participant sessions on sexual and health history, blood sample collection, and intervention adherence in partnership with Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
- Conduct long-form qualitative interviews on acceptability and feasibility of a coaching intervention paired with monthly PrEP blood-level monitoring.
Research Assistant
Mann Lab, Columbia University
08.2023 - Current
- Utilize CRISPR and RNAi techniques in Drosophila to investigate the role of the teashirt transcription factor in autism-related behaviors.
- Conduct region-specific gene knockdowns, behavioral assays, and neural dissections to analyze genotype-phenotype correlations.
- Collaborate on experimental design and data interpretation, contributing to the lab’s translational neuroscience research.
Case Manager
Gay Men’s Health Crisis
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Navigate ~150 clients through HIV care via direct client–provider interactions, trust-based engagement, and high-touch follow-up to sustain undetectable viral load and continuity of care.
- Coordinate care and remove barriers by scheduling/confirming visits, arranging transportation, and liaising with clinics and pharmacies to prevent treatment interruptions.
- Connect clients to social supports—housing stabilization (including transitions out of street homelessness), mental health services, food assistance, and benefits—executing warm handoffs and verifying follow-through to build self-sufficiency.
Sociomedical Researcher
Columbia University / Semmelweis University-affiliated field research
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Designed and conducted independent mixed-methods research on Hungarian healthcare inequities, integrating literature review, policy analysis, and semi-structured physician interviews in English and Hungarian.
- Conducted fieldwork in Budapest, including interviews across medical specialties and archival/library research at the National Széchényi Library.
- Produced a 24-page policy memo on access, workforce shortages, patient trust, prevention, and health-system reform; funded by Columbia Undergraduate Research Fellowship, Harriman Institute Undergraduate Research Fellowship, and Columbia Undergraduate Scholars Program.
Sociomedical Researcher
Columbia University, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
02.2024 - 08.2025
- Designed and conducted sociomedical research analyzing disparities in heart disease prevalence linked to urbanization, cultural factors, and resource inequities.
- Obtained IRB approval, conducted field questionnaires in Hungarian, and used qualitative methods to translate findings into actionable policy proposals.
- Developed culturally sensitive, community-based healthcare recommendations aimed at bridging systemic disparities, directly contributing to social impact through policy-driven solutions.
- Awarded Harriman Institute Undergraduate Research Fellowship
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Medical Humanities
Columbia University – Columbia College
05-2027
Skills
- Electronic data capture
- Informed consent process
- Clinical trial management
- IRB submissions
- Study protocols
- Scientific literature review
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hungarian
Limited Working
Timeline
Clinical Research Assistant
Meyers Lab, Columbia University Irving Medical Center
01.2026 - Current
Case Manager
Gay Men’s Health Crisis
09.2025 - 12.2025
Sociomedical Researcher
Columbia University / Semmelweis University-affiliated field research
05.2025 - 08.2025
Sociomedical Researcher
Columbia University, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
02.2024 - 08.2025
Research Assistant
Mann Lab, Columbia University
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Medical Humanities
Columbia University – Columbia College