Jennifer Davila
Beacon Falls,CT
Summary
Driven Postgraduate Student with academic knowledge in Biomedical Sciences with hands-on experience in laboratory studies. Completed a Bachelor's of Science degree and desiring to grow academically and expand in clinical experience in my gap year working in medical research. Strong motivation and perseverance to succeed, pursuing to continue my education through medical school.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Post Graduate Associate
Yale School of Medicine
New Haven, CT
06.2023 - Current
- Reproductive Science and Fertility Research; Whirledge Lab
- Current research in glucocorticoid regulation in immune cell markers in human endometrial stromal cells and early pregnancy mice models.
- Performed validation of various plasmids by stable transfection and Western Blots.
- Performed immunohistochemistry on paraffin-fixed slides identifying expression of CD45, SMA, F4/80, DBA, and GR.
- Performed spectral flow cytometry using Cytek Aurora to observe changes in immune cell markers in the uterus and peripheral blood of GR knockout mice during different stages of early pregnancy.
- Developed capacity to maintain inbred mouse colonies of uterine and epithelial glucocorticoid knockout mice including obtaining sterile organ/tissue harvests from rodents and conducting intraperitoneal injections.
Graduate Associate
UCONN Center for Students with Disability
Storrs, CT
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Interpreted and applied university policies, regulations and procedures, fostering a positive academic environment.
- Served as mentor to undergraduate students with disabilities allowing peer to peer communication to facilitate responsibility and guidance for students in both academic and social aspects of their lives.
- Coordinated communications, taking calls, responding to emails and interfacing with both faculty and students.
UCONN Health Leaders
Uconn Health
Farmington, CT
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Engaged in community outreach and program development to support patient and caregiver needs.
- Educated and advocated for patients and caregivers on community resources and post-acute level of care criteria, benefits and coverage.
- Referred and made direct contacts for patients to help bridge the gap in health care disparities by addressing the social determinants of health for the State of Connecticut
Independent Student Researcher
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Neuroscience/ Neuropharmacology,
- Research under Dr. Mirrione
- Current research in physiological change of neurological development due to maternal separation in rat models.
- Reading and analyzing scientific literature, present findings through Journal Club presentations, and thorough comprehension of brain anatomy
- Perform various laboratory techniques including cryostat sectioning, immunofluorescence staining, brain tissue mounting, Confocal microscopy, and MATLAB quantitative cell analyses.
Student Observer
Planned Parenthood/ Garnet Health Medical
Monticello, NY
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Shadowing physician's daily rounds with patients including surgical procedures and labor and delivery, specializing in OB/GYN
- Interacting with the physician discussing medical treatments and controversial topics within the specialty
- Closely examined patients' medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and test results to verify the necessity of procedures and treatment
- Allowed for direct patient communication and education for the patient's overall well-being and health.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Ellenville, NY
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided assistance to Pharmacists helping with a variety of tasks: preparing medication, filling prescriptions, interacting with customers and doctors, offering instruction and advice, collecting payments, and billing insurance plans
- Allowed for basic understanding in pharmacology, direct patient communication, inter-professional skills, and developed skills that organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner.
Laboratory Technician Intern
Planned Parenthood
New Haven
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed and organized various STD testings while maintaining high accuracy
- Notified patients of different backgrounds through numerous forms of communication concerning personal information and plan of action while maintaining a professional environment and HIPPA guidelines
- Operated with a strong work ethic, professionalism, and the ability to work in a high yield demand.
Education
Post Baccalaureate - Pre-Medicine
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Quinnipiac University
05.2022
Skills
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Critical thinking
- MATLAB
- Tissue Processing
- Confocal Microscopy
- Immunofluorescence staining
- Gel Electrophoresis
- Spectrophotometry
- Bio-Rad Zoe Fluorescent Cell Imager
- Immunohistochemistry
- Flow Cytometry
- Basic Laboratory skills
Affiliations
- National Society of Leadership and Success - Founding Leader Executive Board
- Quinnipiac University American Sign Language Club - Executive Board
- Pre-Professional Club for Minorities, Quinnipiac University
- Bilingual Crisis Counselor, Crisis Text Line
- Tutor; New Haven Reads
- Student Mentor; Quinnipiac University Advancing Diversity in Science (QUADS)
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- CPR and BLS, American Heart Association
Timeline
Post Graduate Associate
Yale School of Medicine
06.2023 - Current
UCONN Health Leaders
Uconn Health
12.2022 - 04.2023
Graduate Associate
UCONN Center for Students with Disability
08.2022 - 05.2023
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
05.2021 - 09.2021
Independent Student Researcher
Quinnipiac University
04.2021 - 05.2022
Student Observer
Planned Parenthood/ Garnet Health Medical
12.2020 - 01.2022
Laboratory Technician Intern
Planned Parenthood
12.2020 - 05.2021
Post Baccalaureate - Pre-Medicine
University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Quinnipiac University
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- CPR and BLS, American Heart Association
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