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Derrick Jones

Oklahoma City

Summary

Motivated high school student with hands-on biomedical research experience, including tissue culture, RNA preparation, and gel electrophoresis. Proven leader through organizing a top-five fundraising team at Carl Albert High School, with strengths in project management, collaborative problem-solving, and planning. Eager to pursue opportunities in STEM and community service.

Work History

Biomedical Research Lab Volunteer

Dr Mary-Beth Humphrey OUHSC stanton l young biomed
Oklahoma City
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Assisted with biomedical research on immune modulation and tissue recovery using murine models
  • Performed tissue culture techniques, including media changes and monitoring cell viability
  • Conducted serial dilutions, RNA preparation, and qPCR to analyze gene expression
  • Helped dissect and process spleen and bone tissue from mice for downstream analysis
  • Practiced aseptic technique and contributed to maintaining a sterile lab environment
  • Learned fundamental molecular biology and immunology lab skills under close mentorship
  • Participated in daily lab operations, including pipetting and centrifugation

Fundraiser

Carl Albert High School
Midwest City
05.2025 - 05.2025
  • Recruited and led a five-person, all-freshman fundraising team that placed in the top five out of all teams at Carl Albert High School, contributing to a school-wide total of over $151,000 raised for a local 8th-grade student with cerebral palsy.
  • Secured permission to host a “Pie-a-Teacher” event at a winter all-school assembly; coordinated with teachers and staff to place donation jars in classrooms and personal networks.
  • Organized and tracked sales for an Eileen’s Colossal Cookies fundraiser, including purchasing, inventory distribution, team coordination, and expense tracking.
  • Designed and oversaw a Double Good popcorn fundraiser.
  • Predicted income from cookie and donation campaigns to inform team decisions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carl Albert High School
Midwest City, OK
05-2028

Skills

  • Tissue Culture
  • RNA Preparation
  • Serial Dilutions
  • Aseptic Technique
  • Centrifuge Operation
  • Micropipetting / Pipetting
  • DNA / RNA Handling
  • Gel Electrophoresis
  • Cell Culture Maintenance
  • Basic Lab Safety Protocols
  • Project Management
  • Fundraising Strategy
  • Expense Tracking
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Time Management

Websites

Additional Information

  • Currently learning Python programming independently
  • AFJROTC Tuskegee Airmen Award — awarded for leadership, academic performance, and active participation in AFJROTC
  • Oklahoma Honor Society — granted to students within the top 10% of their academic class
  • GPA: 4.27 weighted, 4.0 unweighted; Class Rank: Top 5%

Relevant Coursework

Completed (2023–2024)

  • Honors Algebra 1
  • Spanish 1

Completed (2024–2025)

  • Honors Biology 1
  • Honors English 1
  • Honors Geometry
  • Honors Oklahoma History
  • Spanish 2

Planned (2025–2026)

  • Honors Chemistry
  • Honors English 2
  • Honors Algebra 2
  • AP World History
  • Spanish 3
  • Yearbook

The coursework listed above represents the most advanced and rigorous classes available at my school for my grade level.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Biomedical Research Lab Volunteer

Dr Mary-Beth Humphrey OUHSC stanton l young biomed
06.2025 - 08.2025

Fundraiser

Carl Albert High School
05.2025 - 05.2025

High School Diploma -

Carl Albert High School

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