Reveka Brown
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Recent college graduate with fundamental knowledge of biochemistry. I am able to adapt quickly to new and initially unfamiliar environments and high-pressure situations through critical thinking and effective problem-solving skills gained from previous academic, research, and medical pursuits. I am committed to making meaningful contributions and am prepared to further develop my skills by expanding my clinical experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Researcher
Weill Cornell Medicine
New York, NY
06.2025 - Current
- Performs routine and standardized procedures in controlled settings and attains useful results. Procedures include: Iron oxide nanocage synthesis, dialysis, centrifugation, purification processes, cell passing, DLS (Dynamic Light Scattering), and preparing reagents.
- Conducts literature reviews to identify pertinent journals in support of ongoing oncology research projects, clearly presenting findings during weekly group meetings.
- Collaborates with fellow researchers to design and implement steps to complete larger project goals and discusses findings to help alter procedures to optimize results.
- Strong critical thinking skills through continuous problem-solving related to challenges faced during assays and through extensive discussion with peers.
- Exercises lab safety by actively contributing to a tidy laboratory setting, wearing PPE, and adhering to specific safety guidelines.
- 6-8 hours, three times per week
Chemistry Tutor
Self Employed Services
New York, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Tutors students in Organic Chemistry and AP Chemistry subjects, specifically aiming to strengthen students' content retention, improve exam performance, and prepare for finals.
- Creates and implements customized lesson plans using supplemental resources, including instructor-specific coursework, Kaplan MCAT review material, Master Organic Chemistry, and Chad's Prep.
- Fosters a positive and interactive learning environment that encourages student engagement and curiosity in chemistry, using built rapport to encourage students to attempt problems of rising difficulty and complexity.
- Continuously evaluate tutoring effectiveness, revising approaches and session agenda based on student feedback and outcomes.
- Worked with students attending Brooklyn Technical High School, Long Island University, and Binghamton University.
- Dual Modality: In-Person and Online
RWC Tutor, College Assistant
Hunter College, CUNY
New York, NY
09.2023 - 01.2026
- Worked 10-12 hrs biweekly with new and returning undergraduate and graduate students, directing revisions of students' coursework and applications.
- Work included: Thesis and content development, Content organization and clarity, Grammar revisions, Critical reading, and Source usage and citation.
- Sensitive to each student's needs, adapting to different levels of understanding and writing skills by exercising active listening, effective time management, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Shared detailed notes via Outlook to help direct independent work after sessions.
- Dual modalities: in-person at Hunter’s Rockowitz Writing Center and online using RWC's webpage.
Hospital Pharmacy Volunteer
Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Four-week duration, worked weekdays from 8 am to 4 pm, totaling 224 hours.
- Shadowed pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, helping with medication assortment and delivery.
- Assisted with interdisciplinary patient care rounds by loading the unit dose cart, delivering medication to correct wings and rooms, and occasionally preparing antibiotic medications, such as Cefepime 1 gm/ 50 mL and Ceftriaxone 2 gm/100 mL.
- Actively educated myself on different medications, particularly those that were frequently administered to patients, by speaking with pharmacists and technicians, and independently researching after my shift ended.
Teen Choice Peer Leader
Children's Village, Inc
New York, NY
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Designed and coordinated developmentally appropriate support groups and activities for high-school students to help address academic, social, and mental health challenges.
- Exercised sensitivity when addressing cultural and socioeconomic disparities.
- Experienced in handling high-stress situations, while effectively communicating with team members, parents, administrators, and students.
- Thrived in team-oriented and self-driven environments, meeting event planning and hosting expectations within set deadlines. Events were held in settings such as Brooklyn Technical High School, the Drew Hamilton Community Center, and the Children's Village office.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
City University of New York, Hunter College
New York, NY12.2025
High School Diploma -
Brooklyn Technical High School
Brooklyn, NY06.2021
Skills
- Quantitative research
- Data collection
- Scientific methodology
- Adaptable and Reliable
- Strategic Communication
- Confidential Services
- Academic writing
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Student Researcher
Weill Cornell Medicine
06.2025 - Current
Chemistry Tutor
Self Employed Services
09.2023 - Current
RWC Tutor, College Assistant
Hunter College, CUNY
09.2023 - 01.2026
Hospital Pharmacy Volunteer
Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital
08.2023 - 09.2023
Teen Choice Peer Leader
Children's Village, Inc
09.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
City University of New York, Hunter College
High School Diploma -
Brooklyn Technical High School