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Christina Harrington

Chicago,IL

Summary

Enthusiastic recent graduate with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Energetic, curious individual with outstanding interpersonal, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Poised to build valuable experience and ready to contribute to team success.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Math, Science, and Reading Tutor

Various
Chicagoland, USA
01.2008 - 12.2018
  • Provided dedicated support for teenagers and children, including SAT and ACT tutoring
  • Communicated with teachers and school faculty at parents’ requests. Also coordinated with health care and occupational therapy professionals to provide consistent support

Molecular Genetics Intern

Robert Lurie Cancer Center
Chicago, USA
06.2015 - 08.2015
  • Presented research findings and progress to students and faculty
  • Interpreted primary research in molecular genomics, such as histone methylation patterns
  • Performed DNA extraction, southern blots, northern blots, and cryogenic storage
  • Assisted with maintaining D. melanogaster lines
  • Accurately and efficiently collected relevant tissues for various genetic experiments
  • Tested procedures for tissue collection to efficiently and effectively meet research goals

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology: Molecular, Cellular, And Organismal

University of Illinois - Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2025

Undergraduate student - Integrative Biology (Honors)

University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign

James Joyce Summer School

University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland

Skills

  • Problem solving and analysis
  • Laboratory expertise
  • Experimental design
  • Agile learner
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex technical and scientific concepts to a range of audiences

Awards and Honors

  • Graduated Cum Laude
  • UIC Dept of Biology Distinction
  • Dean’s list - University of Illinois- Chicago
  • National Achievement Award
  • Founder and president of OPRF High School French Club
  • Honors commendations from the French Société Honoraire de Francais [through OPRF High]

Timeline

Molecular Genetics Intern

Robert Lurie Cancer Center
06.2015 - 08.2015

Math, Science, and Reading Tutor

Various
01.2008 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biology: Molecular, Cellular, And Organismal

University of Illinois - Chicago

Undergraduate student - Integrative Biology (Honors)

University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign

James Joyce Summer School

University College Dublin
Christina Harrington