Isabella Bricknell
Nashville ,TN
Summary
I am a highly motivated Neuroscience graduate with the goal of attending medical school. I aim to gain advanced research skills, clinical experience, and strengthen my academic foundation to prepare for a career in medicine.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
City Hope Church
San Francisco, CA
05.2025 - Current
- Volunteer at City Hope’s dinner service in the Tenderloin, a neighborhood heavily impacted by homelessness, poverty, and addiction
- Welcome guests, serve food, and distribute hygiene kits
- Learned about the challenges faced by destitute individuals, strengthening my commitment to providing compassionate and equitable care in medicine
Research Assistant
Proton Rahman
St. Johns, Newfoundland
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Participated in an epidemiological study examining the causal relationship between multiple sclerosis and psychiatric disorders (anxiety and depression) using Mendelian Randomization
- Analyzed GWAS data and selected instrumental variables to assess potential causal links
- Presented research findings to faculty and peers in a formal academic setting
- Gained proficiency in the epidemiology research process, scientific communication, data interpretation, and accessing genetic datasets
Volunteer
Janet Pomeroy Center
San Francisco, CA
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through structured recreational and educational activities.
- Assisted in the computer lab, led interactive games, facilitated art projects, and maintained the community garden.
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN12-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nueroscience
University of Oregon
Eugene, ORSkills
- Scientific communication
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Attention to detail
- Collaborative and task delegation within team environments
Timeline
Volunteer
City Hope Church
05.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
Proton Rahman
12.2024 - 06.2025
Volunteer
Janet Pomeroy Center
01.2018 - 09.2020
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience
University of Colorado At Boulder
Bachelor of Science - Nueroscience
University of Oregon