Joshua Pazin
Wexford
Summary
Motivated student working towards a degree in Biology, with an extensive background in regeneration. Adept at fundamental research methods (microscopy, dissection) and data analysis techniques. Knowledge of scientific writing, ethical concerns in the medical field, and collaboration skills. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Worley Lab at University of Virginia
01.2023 - Current
- Drosophila melanogaster genomics research on imaginal disc regeneration
- Perform microdissections and microscopy
- Set up test crosses with various genotypes of flies
- Writing a thesis and giving a presentation in May 2025 for distinguished majors program in the biology department
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Pittsburgh Girls Study at University of Pittsburgh
01.2023 - Current
- Clinical research determining stress responses in mothers and their children
- Take physical measurements, urine/blood samples, Trier stress tests, questionnaires, and cortisol levels mothers
- Behavioral coding of video analysis from stress tasks
Clinical Observer
Allegheny Health Network Wexford Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- 100 hours of shadowing between internal medicine, urology, oncology, hospice, emergency medicine, anesthesiology, orthopedics and cardiology
Food Service Associate
Allegheny Health Network Wexford Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Take patient orders and deliver meals around the hospital; help maintain patient diets
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-2025
Skills
- Researching skills
- Fieldwork experience
- Laboratory operations
- Data analysis
- Ethical considerations
- Scientific writing
Awards
National Merit Scholar Finalist
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Worley Lab at University of Virginia
01.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Pittsburgh Girls Study at University of Pittsburgh
01.2023 - Current
Clinical Observer
Allegheny Health Network Wexford Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Food Service Associate
Allegheny Health Network Wexford Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Virginia
- CPR/AED Certification
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