Eden Harris
Durham,NC
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven professional with a strong background in sports nutrition, health education, and community outreach. Skilled in providing tailored nutrition counseling, conducting research, and collaborating across departments to support high-performance athletes and diverse populations. Proven ability to design engaging educational content, manage social media strategies, and coordinate events that foster health equity. Experienced in working with collegiate athletes, organizing conferences, and building partnerships with stakeholders to promote wellness initiatives. Adept at utilizing web development tools, analyzing data, and applying cutting-edge nutrition science to improve overall health outcomes. Passionate about empowering individuals through innovative health solutions and effective communication strategies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Nutrition Assistant
Athletics Department
09.2024 - Current
- Managed and restocked the fuel station to ensure athletes consistently had access to high-quality nutrition options for optimal performance.
- Counseled collegiate athletes on performance enhancement through personalized nutrition strategies, including meal planning and hydration optimization.
- Assisted in monitoring and managing athletes' weight, working closely with the sports dietitian to implement individualized nutrition plans tailored to each athlete's needs.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Biology Department
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted in microbiology and fermentation projects, contributing to various lab-based research initiatives.
- Prepared bacterial growth media and broth, performed pipetting, and measured pH levels to ensure accurate experiment conditions.
- Operated and maintained lab equipment, including spectrometers, centrifuges, and moisture analyzers, to support ongoing research activities.
Food Science Research and Development Intern
Mondelez International
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with the North America Productivity Team to drive cost-saving initiatives, working cross-functionally across departments to optimize processes.
- Led a food science project focused on improving Mondelez products for optimal consumer experience, conducting bench-top and pilot plant experiments, analyzing sensory data, and providing recommendations for future improvements.
- Strengthened proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to enhance efficiency and productivity in the workplace.
STEM Engagement and Communications Officer
Center of Combinatorial Gene Regulation
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed the social media account (Twitter) for a Duke research center to boost job application submissions and increase engagement.
- Streamlined the center’s website to spotlight Duke employees, showcasing their achievements, milestones, and future goals.
- Enhanced web development skills by completing Drupal 8 training, using those skills to update the center’s website weekly.
- Collaborated with team members and a project manager to develop STEM programs aimed at Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) students.
- Conducted outreach and maintained partnerships with North Carolina HBCUs to foster future collaborations and STEM programs for students.
STEM Outreach and Communications Coordinator
Black Girl Health Foundation
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Designed and executed educational social media campaigns for Black Girl Health Foundation (BGHF), providing valuable nutritional and wellness tips. Strategically posted themed content such as "Wellness Wednesday," "Motivational Monday," and "Self-Care Sunday" to drive engagement and audience interaction.
- Led outreach efforts for BGHF’s virtual conference in March and upcoming in-person conferences. Established connections with 10+ agencies interested in future collaborations across multiple states to expand BGHF’s reach and impact.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition
NC Agricultural And Technical State University
Greensboro, NC05-2025
Honors
- Family and Consumer Sciences Leadership Scholar (2024-2025)
- USDA Next Gen Scholar: Food is Medicine (2024-2025)
- Undergraduate Research Scholar (2024-2025)
- College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences 1890 Scholar (2024-2025)
- Chancellor’s List (2023)
- Dean’s List (Spring 2022, 2023)
- Aggie Merit Scholar (2021-2022)
Professional Development
- American Association for the Advancement of Science HBCU Making and Innovation Showcase (Fall 2024)
- College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences 13th Annual Student Showcase of Excellence (Fall 2024)
- American Chemical Society Showcase (Spring 2023)
- North Carolina American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Showcase (Spring 2023)
- Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering Undergraduate Research Symposium (Fall 2023)
Timeline
Athletic Nutrition Assistant
Athletics Department
09.2024 - Current
Food Science Research and Development Intern
Mondelez International
05.2024 - 08.2024
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Biology Department
09.2023 - Current
STEM Outreach and Communications Coordinator
Black Girl Health Foundation
12.2022 - 05.2023
STEM Engagement and Communications Officer
Center of Combinatorial Gene Regulation
05.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Food And Nutrition
NC Agricultural And Technical State University
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