FERNANDA SATO
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Motivated student currently working towards a M.Sc. degree in Nutrition. Adept at prepping resources, equipment, and materials for research.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted Principal Investigator with various research tasks, including participant screening, data collection, and results documentation.
- Trained and supervised undergraduate students on food production projects, implementing and monitoring food production protocols to ensure high-quality standards for study-related foods.
- Maintained and managed laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functionality and adherence to safety standards.
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills by effectively liaising with the Principal Investigator and leading undergraduate team members.
UHC Peer Nutrition Coach
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Educated clients on proper food choices, portion control, and healthy cooking techniques for sustained results.
- Provided ongoing motivation and guidance to help clients overcome challenges and maintain progress toward their goals.
- Created informative resources for clients such as meal plans, recipe ideas, and shopping lists, simplifying their journey towards better health choices.
Weight/Fitness Staff
University of Maryland (UMD) RecWell
College Park, MD
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Monitored and kept weight and fitness areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Guided participants in the proper use of fitness equipment to ensure safety and effectiveness by responding to emergencies and enforcing policies
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment, promptly identifying and reporting maintenance issues for timely resolution.
Sports Nutrition Intern
University of Maryland Athletics
College Park, MD
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Acquired hands-on experience working in collegiate athletics, interacting with a multidisciplinary team of dietitians, coaches, trainers, and physicians to develop nutrition-related knowledge and skills
- Developed nutritional educational handouts and materials to better inform collegiate athletes
Hostess/Server
Sunrise Senior Living
Silver Spring, MD
02.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed guest relations by efficiently seating over 100 customers daily and ensuring smooth table turnover.
- Supervised server balance and optimized seating arrangements for a seamless dining experience.
- Provided a warm, welcoming atmosphere and attentive customer service from arrival to departure.
Education
Master of Science - Nutrition
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Science
University of Maryland (UMD)
College Park, MD05.2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies Science, Technology, Engineering, And Mathematics Core
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD06.2022
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Documentation skills
- High communication skills
Accomplishments
- Delivered poster presentation on 'Designing a low catechin diet for the GutMMAP Study' at the 6th AGNR Cornerstone Event in 2024.
- Trained 7 undergraduate students on laboratory techniques and food safety protocols
Leadership Experience
- Leader of Projection Media (Shalom Pentecostal Church), 06/2020, Present, Trained and provided support for members of the projection team at the church.
- Sunday School Teacher (Shalom Pentecostal Church), 12/2018, Present, Lead Sunday School classes of Pre-K and Kindergarten children, organizing and overseeing activities.
- Volunteer Biking Trainer (ICan Shine), Summer 2022, Summer 2022, Instructed 12 children with disabilities to ride a bike in a summer camp, by conducting a small group and giving each one individual instructions.
Awards
- AGNR Dean’s List
- Recipient of the Maryland Transfer Scholarship
- Regents Scholarship
- Edward Byrd Scholarship
- J And S Goddard Scholarship
- Membership in the National Society of Leadership and Success
- Superior Academic Achievement Award
- Montgomery College Dean’s List
Training
- Assisted and collaborated with Professor Liliana Muresan with the nutrition project from the social justice ambassador program at Montgomery College.
- Participated in ANHI webinar 'The Role of Targeted Nutrition in Improving Outcomes with Exercise or Following Injury', learning about key nutrition ingredients that facilitate recovery following exercise.
- Participated in the NHLBI seminar on behalf of the NIH Obesity Research Task Force (ORTF).
Activities
- Volunteered at the Mobile Food Market from MC Student Health and Wellness (SHaW) Center for Success, providing help with the distribution of fresh produce and other foods to the community.
- Guided and motivated a group of children (2-6 years) from her community once a month by dynamically teaching ways to adopt healthier nutrition.
- Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a student.
Certification
- ServSafe Food Manager Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler's Certification
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of Maryland, College Park
01.2024 - Current
UHC Peer Nutrition Coach
University of Maryland, College Park
08.2023 - 05.2024
Weight/Fitness Staff
University of Maryland (UMD) RecWell
08.2022 - 01.2024
Sports Nutrition Intern
University of Maryland Athletics
08.2022 - 12.2022
Hostess/Server
Sunrise Senior Living
02.2020 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Nutrition
University of Maryland, College Park
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Food Science
University of Maryland (UMD)
Associate of Arts - General Studies Science, Technology, Engineering, And Mathematics Core
Montgomery College