James Clifford
Charleston,SC
Summary
Public relations professional with expertise in crisis management and strategic communication planning. Proven ability to enhance organizational reputation through effective messaging. Skilled in collaboration and adaptability within dynamic environments, ensuring successful navigation of public perceptions. Committed to fostering positive relationships through impactful communication strategies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Ambassador
Medical University Of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
01.2025 - Current
- Supported new students by providing directional information and participating in orientation.
- Engaged with prospective students through social media platforms, answering questions and sharing campus highlights.
- Conducted campus tours for prospective students and their families.
- Participated in training sessions to stay updated on university policies, programs, and offerings.
President
Anki Club Medical University Of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
11.2024 - Current
- Resolved any conflicts between members or within the organization.
- Oversaw all administrative tasks, such as keeping track of which decks have been improved and which ones need work.
- Provided help to students at any time of the day.
- Given better access to information that students can use to help them do better in medical school.
- Delegated tasks to club members who are better at specific topics.
Emergency Department Volunteer
Sentera
Suffolk, VA
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Worked on variety of projects to provide supplemental support to unit staff and enhance department.
- Greeted, guided and offered assistance to patients and visitors.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with patients and their loved ones.
- Acted as a liaison between patients and staff members by communicating information accurately and promptly.
Medical Scribe Trainer
Scribekick
Suffolk, VA
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Assisted with the development of new policies related to scribe training initiatives.
- Developed and implemented training programs for medical scribes, ensuring accuracy of all materials.
- Maintained records of all training activities including attendance logs and evaluations.
- Initiated new learning methods to ensure total student comprehension while maximizing learning time.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05.2020 - 12.2022
- Synthesized novel organic amphiphiles for antibacterial and colloidal aggregation studies
- Assisted in the design of qualitative and quantitative research studies.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
- Cultivated research skills to learn how to handle independent assignments.
- Prepared presentations summarizing study results for internal use.
- Supported principal investigators during research by handling administrative tasks.
Tutoring Volunteer
James Madison University
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Tutored students in: Organic Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry II, Biochemistry, and the MCAT
- Held zoom calls with students during the pandemic to assist them in class projects
Learning Assistant
James Madison University
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Organized weekly meetings to help students learn difficult science subjects
- Mediated conversations between students on zoom and in class
- Held exam review sessions for students
Head Research Assistant
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Supervised fellow undergraduate research students who were new to the research laboratory
- Organized times for the lab group to meet and do research
Undergraduate Research Assistant
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- 10-week full-time REU program at JMU, working with deaf students and Undergraduates
- Communicated with undergraduate students with sign language and ASL interpreters in Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.
- Recorded data accurately and maintained detailed lab notebooks.
- Gave an oral presentation on Amphiphiles and their properties.
Head Rush Social Chair Head
Beta Beta Beta, Biology Professional Fraternity at James Madison University
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Organized social events within the biology fraternity to help people stay connected during the pandemic
- Communicated with members of my committee weekly
- Tracked individual member social hours
Clinical Shadowing
Martha Jefferson Hospital
Charlottesville, USA
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Observed Orthopedic Surgeon for 14 hours in the operating room while they performed procedures
Volunteer
Rockingham Memorial Hospital
Harrisonburg, USA
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Assisted people at the front desk of the emergency department by retrieving and checking in guests
- Ran samples to the lab
- Sat with patients to keep them company and make them feel comfortable
Education
B.S. - Biotechnology, Pre-Medicine
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05.2022
Skills
- Social media engagement
- Campus tours
- Orientation facilitation
- Conflict resolution
- Public speaking
- Event planning
- Team collaboration
- Administrative support
- Research methodology
- Data analysis
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team management
- Student engagement
Clinical Shadow Experience
Orthopedic Surgeon Shadow, Martha Jefferson Hospital, Charlottesville, VA, 10/20-01/21, Observed Orthopedic Surgeon for 14 hours in the operating room
Collegiate Involvement
- Beta Beta Beta, Biology Professional Fraternity, 01/21-Present, Participated in study sessions with peers taking STEM courses
- JMU Fitness Club, 08/20-Present, Attended weekly meetings where we discussed fitness and healthy lifestyle tips
- JMU Pre-Medicine Club, 01/19-Present, Participated in discussions related to the medical field
Leadership Experience
- Head Research Assistant, Caran Lab at James Madison University, 05/20-Present, Supervised fellow undergraduate research students who were new to the research laboratory, Organized times for the lab group to meet and do research
- Head Rush Social Chair, Beta Beta Beta, Biology Professional Fraternity at James Madison University, 02/21-05/21, Organized social events within the biology fraternity to help people stay connected during the pandemic, Communicated with members of my committee weekly, Tracked individual member social hours
- Teacher Assistant, Biochemistry and Organic Chemistry at James Madison University, 01/21-Present, Organized weekly meetings to help students learn difficult science subjects, Mediated conversations between students on zoom and in class, Held exam review sessions for students
Research
Undergraduate Research Assistant, Caran Lab at James Madison University, 05/20-Present, Synthesized novel organic amphiphiles for antibacterial and colloidal aggregation studies
Timeline
Student Ambassador
Medical University Of South Carolina
01.2025 - Current
President
Anki Club Medical University Of South Carolina
11.2024 - Current
Emergency Department Volunteer
Sentera
01.2023 - 05.2024
Medical Scribe Trainer
Scribekick
08.2022 - 04.2024
Undergraduate Research Assistant
James Madison University
06.2021 - 08.2021
Head Rush Social Chair Head
Beta Beta Beta, Biology Professional Fraternity at James Madison University
02.2021 - 05.2021
Learning Assistant
James Madison University
01.2021 - 08.2022
Clinical Shadowing
Martha Jefferson Hospital
10.2020 - 01.2021
Head Research Assistant
James Madison University
08.2020 - 08.2022
Undergraduate Research Assistant
James Madison University
05.2020 - 12.2022
Volunteer
Rockingham Memorial Hospital
02.2020 - 03.2020
Tutoring Volunteer
James Madison University
09.2019 - 12.2022
B.S. - Biotechnology, Pre-Medicine
James Madison University
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