Detail-oriented Biology major with strong training in molecular genetics, bioinformatics, and laboratory techniques. Experienced in QIIME2 workflows, UNIX scripting, and R-based data analysis for microbiome and genomic applications. Proven leadership through academic coordination, scientific presentation, and teaching roles. Seeking an OPT-eligible research or laboratory position to apply technical expertise, analytical skill, and strong communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
English & Science Teacher / Academic Coordinator /
New Creation Christian School
, South Korea
12.2019 - 12.2025
(Promoted roles: Head Teacher — High School 2022–2023 • Head Teacher — Elementary 2021–2022 • Assistant Teacher 2019–2020)
Delivered English, Biology, and Chemistry instruction for K–12 students, improving academic performance through customized curriculum, assessments, and targeted feedback.
Designed TOEFL, SAT, AP Biology, and AP Chemistry materials and exams, raising student readiness for standardized testing.
Supervised daily academic operations and faculty coordination as Head Teacher, enhancing communication across administration, teachers, students, and parents.
Managed admissions testing, student onboarding, and parent orientations, streamlining placement accuracy and expectation setting.
Directed national and international Student Convention preparation, coaching students to 29 awards (7 first-place) in 2023 and 11 top-three awards in Asia 2024.
Organized major school events (graduations, elections, ceremonies) and launched academic clubs (chess, debate, English), strengthening school culture.
Mentored students through 1:1 academic coaching, study-skills training, and shadowing support, improving engagement and confidence.
Oversaw classroom logistics and safety protocols—including supervision, emergency procedures, inventory management, and space organization—maintaining a safe learning environment.
Translated academic, administrative, and literary documents for school leadership, supporting accurate and clear communication.
Academic, Corporate & Literary Translator
01.2021 - 01.2025
Translated dissertations, scientific manuscripts, and educational documents.
Exclusive translator for Company Bivoderm; translated corporate and product documentation.
Private Tutor
, South Korea
01.2021 - 01.2023
Taught TOEFL (all sections), SAT English, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and academic writing.
Improved student test scores through personalized instruction and structured learning plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Minor in Chemistry
Baylor University
Waco, TX
12.2025
Skills
UNIX/Bash
Grep
Regex
EDirect
R
Tidyverse
Apply functions
CSV processing
QIIME2
FASTQ processing
Sequence alignment
Phylogenetic analysis
Illumina
Nanopore
PacBio
Sanger
Ggplot2
SnapGene
ApE
Excel
Microscopy
DNA extraction
Spectrophotometry
Titration
TLC
Recrystallization
Solution/buffer prep
Cat dissection
Genetic crosses
Safety & waste protocols
Laboratory Experience
Baylor University, General Biology I & II, Human Anatomy Lab (cat dissection), Human Physiology Lab, Ecology Lab, Genetics Laboratory, Molecular Genetics & Genomics Lab, General Chemistry I & II Labs, Organic Chemistry Lab, Lab Measurements & Techniques
Languages
English, Native / Bilingual Proficiency
Korean, Native / Bilingual Proficiency
Projects
Genomics & Microbiome Analysis Project, Performed end-to-end QIIME2 workflows (demultiplexing, denoising, clustering, taxonomy, diversity analysis). Retrieved sequence data using UNIX + EDirect; visualized results in R/ggplot2. R Data Analysis & Visualization Project, Built tidyverse-based scripts for data wrangling, transformation, and exploratory analysis. Produced publication-quality visualizations using ggplot2.
Research
BIO 3122 Human Physiology — Grip-Strength Motivation Study, Conducted controlled physiological experiment using iWorx dynamometer. Analyzed performance data; generated full scientific report with methodology and statistical interpretation.
Coursework
General Biology I & II
Molecular Cell Biology
Genetics
Molecular Genetics & Genomics
General Biochemistry
Organic Chemistry I & II
Human Anatomy
Human Physiology
Immunology
Ecology
Climate Change Biology
General Chemistry I & II
Additional - Driver License
U.S. Driver’s License — Valid / Clean Record
Timeline
Academic, Corporate & Literary Translator
01.2021 - 01.2025
Private Tutor
01.2021 - 01.2023
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