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George Gikas

Lowell,MA

Summary

Motivated learner eager to understand the world around them and provide care to those who need it. Hardworking, with a strong work ethic that includes an emphasis on being thorough and paying close attention to detail. Interested in developing expertise in the healthcare field through coursework and experience in the field, both individually and as a member of a team.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Emergency Medical Technician

Pridestar Trinity
02.2023 - Current
  • Provide basic life support in emergency medical situations in a suburban setting
  • Compose thorough and complete reports regarding patient contact, disposition, and treatment, and relaying pertinent information effectively to receiving facility staff
  • Operate as a team in conjunction with my partner, the local fire and/or police department, and other EMS crews in both low and high-acuity, high-stress situations

Organic Chemistry Tutor

University Of Massachusetts-Lowell
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted undergraduate students in understanding the concepts behind organic chemistry to put them in position to pass the class and utilize their knowledge in a way applicable to their course of study
  • This included helping with homework, offering study advice, and proctoring exams.

Substitute Teacher

Collegiate Charter School of Lowell
05.2021 - 01.2022
  • Taught math, science, English, and social studies to students ranging from elementary school to high school
  • Developed positive relationships, aiding students with schoolwork while focusing on displaying that hard work leads to reward through education

Education

M.S. - Biology, General Option

University of Massachusetts-Lowell
05.2025

B.S. - Biology, General Option

University of Massachusetts-Lowell
05.2024

Skills

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Passion for learning, and ability to educate when necessary
  • Understanding of basic biology and chemistry lab techniques
  • Basic Life Support and CPR Certification
  • Critical decision-making skill

Research

Moore Research Lab, Lowell, MA (University of Massachusetts-Lowell)

05/2022 - Current 

Working in Dr. Jeffrey Moore’s Research Lab where the focus is to further understand heart muscle and the basis of certain cardiomyopathies. Tasked so far with isolating tropomyosin from bacterial cells to be used in experimentation and in verifying the protein isolated was what was desired. Gaining experience in reading and writing scientific literature via workshops hosted by faculty/students affiliated with the lab.

Awards

  • 2024 UML Trustee’s Key Recipient
  • 2024 UML Chancellor’s Medal for Distinguished Academic Achievement Recipient
  • 2024 Outstanding Scholar in Biological Sciences Award
  • UML Dean’s Scholarship Recipient
  • 2021 Alpha Lambda Delta (National Honor Society) Inductee
  • UML Immersive Scholar

Extracurricular Activities

Vice President of UML Pre-Med Organization; Member of UML Biophysics Club; Assistant JV Basketball Coach at Lowell High School (two seasons)

Timeline

Emergency Medical Technician

Pridestar Trinity
02.2023 - Current

Organic Chemistry Tutor

University Of Massachusetts-Lowell
06.2022 - 05.2023

Substitute Teacher

Collegiate Charter School of Lowell
05.2021 - 01.2022

M.S. - Biology, General Option

University of Massachusetts-Lowell

B.S. - Biology, General Option

University of Massachusetts-Lowell
George Gikas