Jocelyn Nichols
Iowa City,IA
Summary
Versatile Research Assistant and ESL Instructor. Specializes in advanced laboratory techniques and cross-cultural communication. Demonstrated ability to enhance learning through innovative instructional strategies and to contribute to research, showing high-level written communication, conceptual, and analytical skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Dr. Dokun, Eckstein Medical Research Building
Iowa City, IA
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared biweekly data reports and presentations
- Collaborated with other researchers in developing experimental designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
- Interpreted results from NanoDrop DNA quantification, PCR, and qPCR data.
ESL Instructor
Escucha Mi Voz
Iowa City, IA
08.2024 - Current
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
- Assisted co-instructor in refining both Spanish and teaching skills
Security Officer
University of Iowa Police Department
Iowa City, IA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Patrolled the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics for fire safety.
- Worked third shift consistently
Construction Laborer
Pillar Construction
Waterloo, IA
06.2019 - 10.2024
- Assisted in the installation of doors, windows, cabinets, drywall, roofing, and other structural components.
Education
- B.S. in Human Physiology, B.A. in Spanish
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2025
Skills
- Laboratory techniques
- Spanish, high proficiency
- Cross-cultural communication
- High-level written communication
- Instructing, testing, and grading
Accomplishments
- Honors in B.A.
- Lead instructor of Escucha Mi Voz ESL course
- Undergraduate thesis to be published May, 2025
Certification
- Aseptic Surgery Training Completion
- Blood Borne Pathogen Lab Certified
- Advanced Biological Safety Uiowa Certification
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Purpose
Driven by a passion to improve healthcare access and outcomes for the Latino community, I look to build a strong scientific foundation prior to applying to medical school. I am committed to pursuing a career in family medicine to bridge the existing healthcare disparities and ensure equitable access to quality care for all.
Timeline
ESL Instructor
Escucha Mi Voz
08.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
Dr. Dokun, Eckstein Medical Research Building
06.2024 - Current
Security Officer
University of Iowa Police Department
01.2022 - 05.2022
Construction Laborer
Pillar Construction
06.2019 - 10.2024
- B.S. in Human Physiology, B.A. in Spanish
University of Iowa
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