Elizabeth Feldstein
Arlington,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Georgetown Biotechnology MS student with a BA in Biology and research experience spanning cancer biology, neurology and clinical imaging. Comfortable working across technical, regulatory, and interpersonal aspects of research, from lab bench to human subjects protocol, with a cross-disciplinary foundation suited to both scientific and business oriented roles.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Student Researcher
The Robbins Lab at Lombardi Cancer Center
Washington, District of Columbia
08.2026 - Current
- Contributing to research investigating the role of DDX5 in Wnt-dependent colorectal cancer, testing the hypothesis that the DDX5 helicase reduces protein levels of key Wnt-pathway biomarkers in CRC cell lines.
- Developing hands-on expertise in cancer cell culture, siRNA transfection, immunoblotting and western blot analysis, and a range of complementary molecular and cellular assays.
- Collaborated with various researchers to ensure efficient workflow and precision throughout experimentation
Volunteer Screening Assistant
Center for Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Washington, District of Columbia
08.2026 - Current
- Conduct health history screenings with research subjects to verify eligibility and safety prior to brain MRI scanning
- Document subject implants and surgical history, researching device specifications to identify and flag MR-incompatible devices
- Communicate safety protocols clearly to research subjects, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with MRI screening standards, while answering any procedural questions
Unit Supervisor
Emma Kaufmann Camp
Morgantown, West Virginia
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed a team of 35-40 overnight camp counselors; responsible for the health and wellbeing of over 200 children aged 6-9 years
- Responsible for unit budgeting, leading team meeting, crisis management, daily logistics, and performance reports on staff
- Planned daily large scale programs and served as an advocate between staff and administration
Volunteer Data Annotator
BU Lab for Human Neurobiology
Boston, MA
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Performed Infrared videography data annotations for a nocturnal psoriasis scratch study, known as the Nocturnal Actigraph Scratch Assessment (NASA), sponsored by Takeda Pharmaceuticals and supervised by primary investigator, Dr. Kevin Thomas, Ph.D
- Utilized EUDICO Linguistic Software (ELAN) to identify nocturnal scratch and movement behavior in psoriasis patients during sleep
- Trained and served as resource to incoming staff on ELAN Software and annotation responsibilities
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Georgetown University
Washington, DC05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Boston University
Boston, MA05-2026
Skills
- Assay development
- Laboratory techniques
- Data analysis
- Research methodology
- Research planning
- Team collaboration
- Clinical communication
Timeline
Graduate Student Researcher
The Robbins Lab at Lombardi Cancer Center
08.2026 - Current
Volunteer Screening Assistant
Center for Magnetic Resonance Imaging
08.2026 - Current
Unit Supervisor
Emma Kaufmann Camp
05.2025 - 08.2025
Volunteer Data Annotator
BU Lab for Human Neurobiology
01.2025 - 06.2025
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Boston University