Cheng Yi Chen
Biology Graduate & Research Trainee
Austin,Tx
Summary
Biology graduate with research experience in thoracic radiation oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center, focusing on immuno‑radiotherapy and developing strong analytical and laboratory foundations. Proficient in data analysis and actively assisting in drafting scientific manuscripts. Complemented by leadership roles in business operations, teaching, and athletic coaching, bringing strengths in communication, mentorship, workflow coordination, and problem‑solving across scientific, educational, and community settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Research Intern
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center- Department of Thoracic Radiation Oncology
Houston, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Help with day-to-day experiments revolving around combining immunotherapy agents with radiotherapy. With in-vitro experiments including sterile tissue culturing and splitting of cancer cells, as well as flow cytometry analysis of immune cells, and in-vivo experiments involving handling mice, measuring tumors, and delivering radiation.
- Participate in writing scientific literatures through data analysis and the preparation of scientific reports and manuscript drafts.
Operations Manager
CoCo Bubble Tea
Frisco, TX
05.2025 - Current
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Handled scheduling, task delegation, and problem‑solving to support overall business performance.
Learning Assistant
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Assessed student understanding of course material through formative assessments such as quizzes, surveys, or other activities.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from students or parents regarding their progress or any other related matter.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop new ways of delivering content more effectively in an online format.
Volunteer Coach/Mentor
Hope Community Of Shalom
Lubbock, TX
10.2021 - 05.2025
- Guided students with encouragement, motivation advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Supported students’ emotional and behavioral needs.
- Provided attentive supervision and support, fostering a safe and encouraging environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to support program operations and ensure smooth transitions.
Volunteer Patient Care Taker
Gentiva Hospice
Lubbock, TX
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided companionship and emotional support to hospice patients through conversation, presence, and meaningful engagement.
- Strengthened communication, empathy, and sensitivity through direct interaction with patients at varying stages of end‑of‑life care.
- Demonstrated reliability, compassion, and professionalism in a sensitive clinical setting.
Teacher Assistant
Ai-Hwa Chinese School
El Paso, TX
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through rewards and recognition systems.
- Created and modified various teaching documents using Microsoft Office and PowerPoint.
Patient Care Taker
Legacy at Cimarron
El Paso, TX
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided companionship by engaging in conversation or playing games with the patient.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to keep the supply room ready for nurses to access.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology, Chemistry, And Business Admin
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX08.2025
Skills
- Data analysis
- Literature review
- Scientific writing
- Pipetting
- Microscopy
- Mentorship
- Team collaboration
- Workflow coordination
- Office 360 Suite
Affiliations
- Elevate Hope- Reach Community, Volunteer, Guide and motivate students on their goals, future careers, and character, Coaching sports such as flag football, kickball, and soccer, and maintain a positive environment.
- Taiwanese Student Association- Texas Tech University, Treasurer, 2021-2024.
- Raider Badminton Club- Texas Tech University, 2021-2025.
- Invited Peer Reviewer- Undergraduate Research Conference, 2022-2024.
Research Experience
10/2025-current
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Department of Thoracic Radiation Oncology
Mentor: James Welsh, MD
Instructor: Hampartsoum Barsoumian, PhD
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Intern
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center- Department of Thoracic Radiation Oncology
10.2025 - Current
Operations Manager
CoCo Bubble Tea
05.2025 - Current
Learning Assistant
Texas Tech University
01.2024 - 08.2025
Volunteer Patient Care Taker
Gentiva Hospice
11.2022 - 03.2023
Volunteer Coach/Mentor
Hope Community Of Shalom
10.2021 - 05.2025
Patient Care Taker
Legacy at Cimarron
06.2019 - 05.2021
Teacher Assistant
Ai-Hwa Chinese School
01.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Psychology, Chemistry, And Business Admin
Texas Tech University