Jayati Anshu
San Jose,CA
Summary
A quick study and detail-oriented biochemistry graduate with a strong understanding of organic chemistry, synthetic techniques, and research tools. Committed to meticulous research, fostering effective scientific communication, and productive collaboration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Organic Chemistry Researcher
W.M. Keck Science Department
Claremont, CA
12.2021 - 05.2024
- Worked as an undergraduate researcher for Dr. Anna G. Wenzel.
- Investigated synthetic routes to diastereoselective control in amination reactions using a silver catalyst.
- Successfully optimized a novel amination reaction with respect to green chemistry principles: lowered the expensive silver catalyst molar ratio, and confirmed the possible use of an inexpensive starting reagent.
- Completed a thesis in biochemistry entitled "Exploring Diastereoselective Amination Reactions Catalyzed by Silver," with research conducted alongside Dr. Anna Wenzel.
- Conducted multistep synthesis in inert atmospheres, isolated products using automated flash chromatography, and confirmed product identities with 1H NMR, 13NMR, and thin layer chromatography.
Conference Presentations and Memberships
W.M. Keck Science Department
Claremont, CA
01.2022 - 12.2023
- 2022 Keck Science Summer Research Symposium
- 2022 Southern California Conference for Undergraduate Research (SCCUR)
- 2023 Fall American Chemical Society SCI-MIX Division of Organic Chemistry (ACS)
- Associate Member of Sigma Xi Honor Society
Teaching Assistant (4 semesters)
W.M. Keck Science Department
Claremont, CA
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Integrated Biology and Chemistry Lab TA (1/2022 - 6/2022).
- Organic Chemistry Lab TA (8/2023-12/2023).
- Organic Chemistry Lecture TA (8/2022-12/2022 & 1/2024-5/2024).
- Supervised students through standard organic chemistry laboratory isolation, purification, and identification techniques (such as column chromatography, recrystallization, and thin-layer chromatography).
- Provided individualized support for students struggling with lab material and theoretical concepts.
- Graded student laboratory work and write ups.
Emergency Medical Technician
ProTransport-1
San Jose, CA
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient treatment.
- Operated emergency vehicles while adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Provided emergency medical care to patients during transport and on-site situations.
Tutor
Learning Plus Tutoring
Campbell, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Tutored students from five years old through high school in Core California Competencies.
- Specialized in teaching chemistry, biology, calculus, and English
Co-Lead of Science Day
Harvey Mudd College
Claremont, CA
09.2021 - 05.2024
- With a budget of $2000, organized annual events for public elementary school students to observe professor demonstrations and lectures, actively participate in STEM experiments, and develop an interest in higher education.
- During my tenure, Science Day expanded the number of students recruited for the event by 300%.
- Expanded and trained a team to communicate with five schools, organize large scale events, create outreach to find volunteers, and fundraise.
Leadership Board of Science Bus
Harvey Mudd College
Claremont, CA
09.2020 - 05.2024
- Worked with a group of six individuals on the Leadership Board in weekly meetings with organization of: transportation, forming lesson plans, lesson materials, experiment tools, creating schedules, communicating with the schools and classrooms, fundraising for events, and managing 65 college student volunteers accordingly.
Volunteer
West Valley Community Food Bank
09.2024 - Current
- Work with volunteers to organize donated foods in the West Valley food pantry for hard-to-home and low income individuals and families.
- Guide clients through the process of obtaining food, and discussing their needs.
- Work as a translator for Hindi and Spanish speaking clients.
Volunteer
Hospice of the Valley (Affiliate of Sutter Healthcare)
08.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families during end-of-life care.
- Assisted healthcare staff with patient comfort and emotional needs.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities for hospice patients.
- Accumulated over 250 hours of direct patient contact.
Volunteer
Satellite Healthcare Dialysis Center
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Assisted nurses and technicians with setting up patients for dialysis treatment.
- Learned about care procedures for end stage renal failure.
- Educated patients and family members about resources available for clients and organized informational packets based on latest science-based research.
Tutor
Private Tutoring
09.2020 - Current
- Worked for a single mother looking to shift careers. I tutored her through algebra in preparation for her paralegal degree.
- Took on two students for mentoring through organic chemistry, after recommendation from Keck Science Department faculty.
Chemical Inventory Coordinator
Keck Science Department
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked a paid position organizing and cataloging chemicals in the Keck Science Department while taking summer classes. Developed confidence with Microsoft Office, a detail-oriented methodology, and strong communication skills with faculty.
- Coordinated inventory levels for laboratory supplies and equipment across departments.
- Managed stock control system to track materials and minimize discrepancies.
- Implemented new strategies to streamline receiving and distribution processes within the department.
Medical and Pathology Summer Intern
Veterans Affairs Hospital
Palo Alto, CA
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted morgue supervisor in the process of gross examination, description, photographic documentation, and sample acquisition from surgical and post mortem sources.
- Assisted with the full performance of an autopsy and its related duties.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss operational improvements and strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
Scripps College
Claremont, CA06-2024
Skills
- Nuclear magnetic resonance
- Rotary evaporation
- Glovebox operations
- UV-VIS spectroscopy
- High-performance liquid chromatography
- Thin-layer chromatography
- Manual column chromatography
- Recrystallization
- Distillation methods
- Flame atomic absorption spectroscopy
- Furnace atomic absorption spectroscopy
Certification
- Licensed Emergency Medical Technician in Santa Clara County, California,
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) program licensed
- Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Languages
Hindi
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Strong Soft Skills
- Communication
- Team-building
- Leadership
- Project Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tutor
Learning Plus Tutoring
02.2025 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
ProTransport-1
01.2025 - 08.2025
Volunteer
West Valley Community Food Bank
09.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Hospice of the Valley (Affiliate of Sutter Healthcare)
08.2024 - Current
Chemical Inventory Coordinator
Keck Science Department
06.2023 - 09.2023
Volunteer
Satellite Healthcare Dialysis Center
01.2023 - 02.2025
Conference Presentations and Memberships
W.M. Keck Science Department
01.2022 - 12.2023
Teaching Assistant (4 semesters)
W.M. Keck Science Department
01.2022 - 06.2024
Organic Chemistry Researcher
W.M. Keck Science Department
12.2021 - 05.2024
Co-Lead of Science Day
Harvey Mudd College
09.2021 - 05.2024
Leadership Board of Science Bus
Harvey Mudd College
09.2020 - 05.2024
Tutor
Private Tutoring
09.2020 - Current
Medical and Pathology Summer Intern
Veterans Affairs Hospital
06.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
Scripps College
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