Company Overview: Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences
Works in the Rogina Lab researching caloric restriction diets and longevity using Drosophila to uncover sex differences in aging mechanisms
Research advances the knowledge of how sex-specific molecular and physiological mechanisms respond to caloric restriction, contributing to identification of therapeutic targets that decelerate aging and promote health in sex-dependent manner
Runs analysis of genetic sequencing data using R, Python, Prism, and command line tools to determine biostatistical significance of experimental data
Supports experimental work by maintaining fly colonies and preparing specialized diets
Engagement Center Supervisor
Ruffalo Noel Levitz
09.2021 - Current
Fundraised as an Engagement Ambassador for the UConn Foundation, which helped to fund various organizations and efforts around the university, raising over $20,000 in the fiscal years 2022 and 2023
Responsibilities included talking with alumna and supports to raise money, managing conflict with patrons, and advocating for fundraisers
Promoted to call center Supervisor in 2024
Monitors and advises student callers, completes financial analysis for fundraising sites, and manages the internal system to maximize fundraising efforts
Tutor
Student Athlete Success Program
10.2023 - 05.2024
Worked as a tutor for various STEM classes, mentored student athletes at UConn to help them excel in their courses
Prepared study guides and practice problems for students to work on outside of tutoring sessions
Helped to prepare students for exams and projects, advised them on study techniques and motivated them to complete work and assignments
Server
REV Kitchen & Bar
04.2022 - 08.2023
Worked as a seasonal server with 5-7 table sections
The busy environment required customer service skills and time management
Extensive knowledge on the food and drink menus, able to recommend choices to guests based on their preferences
Education
Bachelor of Science - Statistics And Bioinformatics
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05-2024
Skills
Python/R programming
Statistical analysis
Time management
Data visualization
Analytical thinking
Machine learning
Teamwork and collaboration
Strong work ethic
Microsoft office
Problem-solving skills
Spanish literacy
Timeline
Research Assistant
UConn Health
07.2024 - Current
Tutor
Student Athlete Success Program
10.2023 - 05.2024
Server
REV Kitchen & Bar
04.2022 - 08.2023
Engagement Center Supervisor
Ruffalo Noel Levitz
09.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Statistics And Bioinformatics