Julia John
Lubbock,TX
Summary
With nearly two years of immersive experience as a research assistant, I have extensively studied the intricate interplay between pain, neuroplasticity, and amygdalar microglia. My passion for comprehending complex phenomena led me to present research at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Centre, where I received first prize for delivering an exceptional presentation on chronic pain mechanisms associated with obesity. This recognition emphasizes my commitment to innovative pain research and my effective communication of findings. Throughout my academic journey, I have pursued excellence and leadership in pain research, particularly focusing on exploring the emotional dimensions of pain and identifying potential therapeutic interventions. Beyond academia, I demonstrated my dedication to serving communities in need through participation in a medical mission trip to Guatemala. This experience reinforced my desire to contribute meaningfully to the medical field and highlighted the importance of compassion and empathy in patient care. Currently, I am honored to be the recipient of the Richard Gaynor Scholarship, awarded for my leadership within the CISER community. This scholarship acknowledges not only my academic achievements but also my dedication to fostering positive change and making a difference in the lives of others. Moving forward, I am eager to leverage my extensive research experience and solid foundation in psychology to continue pushing the boundaries of medical knowledge and advancing patient care. While currently employed full time as a medical assistant at Texas Retina Associates, my ultimate goal is to merge my passions for research, psychology, and medicine to make tangible improvements in the lives of individuals suffering from chronic pain and other medical conditions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Texas Retina Associates
09.2024 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Texas Tech Health Science Center
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Conducted research on emotional-affective and cognitive brain mechanisms of pain, with focus on amygdala and cortico-limbic interactions in pain research and neuroscience.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Maintained detailed records of all experiments conducted, ensuring easy accessibility and proper documentation procedures were followed.
- Developed skills in various research methodologies, ensuring high-quality work across diverse projects.
- Conducted fieldwork as needed, collecting vital data to supplement existing research efforts.
- Experience in chemogenetics, electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, and behavioral methods in pre-clinical conditions.
- Contributed to completion of multiple research projects, managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
- Attended conferences as necessary to present project outcomes
- Created presentations to showcase project results at departmental seminar.
Student Presenter
Texas Tech University
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Adapted presentation style and content to cater to diverse audiences, ensuring maximum understanding and retention of information.
- Facilitated nuanced discussion with symposium attendees, delving into sophisticated mechanisms underlying chronic pain and neuroinflammatory processes within peripheral and central nervous systems.
- Highlighted validation process of DREADDs' expression through immunohistochemistry and fluorescent protein labeling.
Discussed results of study, emphasizing advanced behavioral analysis employed to investigate effects of DREADD activation on various pain-related behaviors.
Addressed implications of findings for understanding neuroplasticity and emotional responses to pain. Engaged with diverse audience, including experts in field, to communicate complexities and nuances of research. Boosted comprehension by utilizing clear, concise language and visually appealing slides during presentations. - Maintained professional demeanor throughout presentations, instilling confidence in audience regarding presented information.
- Prepared meticulously for each presentation by reviewing relevant materials, practicing delivery techniques, and anticipating potential questions from audience.
Medical Scribe
HELPS
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with dedicated team under guidance of Dr. Gary Fish to provide eye care services to underserved communities.
- Assisted hundreds of patients by conducting eye examinations, screenings, and providing essential medical care.
- Contributed to mission's success by performing variety of roles, including patient education, administrative support.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and effective communication to ensure patients' understanding and comfort throughout medical treatment.
- Kept patient notes up-to-date after visits by updating new medical history, recent surgeries and medication allergies. Gained valuable insight into ophthalmology practices in resource-limited settings and deepened my commitment to humanitarian healthcare efforts.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills while working on multiple tasks simultaneously in busy environment.
CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT EXTERN
UMC Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted in rooming patients, taking vital signs, and documenting medical histories, ensuring accurate and efficient data collection
- Prepared patients for examinations and minor procedures, demonstrating strict adherence to infection control protocols
- Maintained medical equipment and stocked examination rooms, ensuring the clinic's readiness for patient care
Student Intern Volunteer
Covenant Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Gained hands-on experience in fast-paced urgent care setting, working closely with healthcare professionals to deliver immediate patient care.
- Assisted in rooming patients, taking vital signs, and documenting medical histories, ensuring accurate and efficient data collection.
- Prepared patients for examinations and minor procedures, demonstrating strict adherence to infection control protocols.
- Efficiently assisted manage patient scheduling, appointments, and inquiries, contributing to smooth operation of clinic. Assisted physicians and nurse practitioners during examinations and procedures, demonstrating teamwork and patient care skills.
- Maintained medical equipment and stocked examination rooms, ensuring clinic's readiness for patient care. Provided exceptional patient service by offering clear instructions, addressing concerns, and maintaining compassionate and empathetic approach.
- Gained comprehensive understanding of urgent care practices and procedures, enhancing clinical knowledge and patient care abilities.
- Assisted in preparation of laboratory specimens for testing.
Learning Assistant
Texas Tech University
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Mentored new Learning Assistants, sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching techniques.
- Maximized impact of individualized instruction, tailoring lessons to address specific strengths and weaknesses for each student.
- Helped struggling students achieve academic success through targeted interventions and consistent progress monitoring.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
Engineering Intern
CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory
12.2017 - 01.2018
- Gained hands-on experience in various engineering tools, software, and techniques to contribute effectively to multiple projects.
- Worked collaboratively with physicists and chemists, contributing to multidisciplinary team focused on research in hydrogen fuel cell technology. This collaboration enhanced my ability to work across different scientific domains and understand interconnectedness of various components in research process. I served as student intern at school under Dr. Prabhu Moni, focusing on hydrogen fuel gas. My selection was based on my proficiency in chemistry, physics, and calculus. Among four interns chosen from all CBSE schools, I was privileged to demonstrate to senior scientists.
- Assisted in patent application processes for new inventions, contributing to protection of intellectual property.
- Enhanced safety protocols in lab settings, leading to reduction in workplace accidents and promoting culture of safety.
- Developed strong grasp of complex models related to systems incorporating hydrogen fuel cell technology. This included understanding intricate components, behaviors, and interactions within fuel cell-based systems, covering aspects such as electrochemical reactions, voltage, current, flow, pressure,
temperature, and gas concentration.
• Proactively communicated with senior scientists from various departments during guided tour of
Research Center. This interaction provided valuable insights into their expertise, research methodologies,
and broader applications of electrochemical research in field.
• Cultivated problem-solving and analytical skills through resolution of challenges encountered during
internship. This included troubleshooting experimental setups, analyzing data, and proposing
solutions, contributing to overall success of research projects.
• Explored and gained exposure to state-of-the-art research facilities at CSIR, enhancing my understanding of
advanced equipment and technology used in electrochemical research and hydrogen fuel cell
development.
• Developed proficiency in documenting experimental procedures, results, and observations. This included
preparing reports and presentations that effectively communicated research findings and insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TXBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2024
CBSE - Engineering
The Indian School
Manama, Bahrain05.2019
Skills
- Organization
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication
- Data Collection
- Laboratory Techniques
- Scientific Writing
- Data Management
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- Public Speaking
- Networking Expertise
- Vital signs monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Compassionate
Awards
- Richard Gaynor Scholarship
- Blanton Scholarship
- Julie Isom Scholarship
- Dean's List
- President's List
Volunteer Experience
- STEM Volunteer, January 2022, August 2024, CISER STEM Club, Lubbock, Lubbock, Texas
- Volunteer, 12/01/21, Present, Indian Club, Manama, Manama, Bahrain
- Volunteer, 02/01/20, Present, Volunteer Center of Lubbock, Lubbock, Lubbock, Texas
- Part-time English Teacher Volunteer, 01/01/18, Present, Marthandam Church, Marthandam, Marthandam, Tamil Nadu
- Volunteer, 01/01/15, Present, Trust, Marthandam, Marthandam, Tamil Nadu
References
- Nico Antenucci, Postdoctoral Researcher Mentor, nico.antenucci@ttuhsc.edu
- Julie Isom, Associate Director Advisor, julie.isom@ttu.edu
- Mariacristina Mazzitelli, Postdoctoral Researcher Mentor, 18067433678, mariacristina.mazzitelli@ttuhsc.edu
Extracurricular Activities
Texas Tech Badminton Club Women and Gender's Studies Ambassador Raider Recycling STEM Clubs American Medical Student Association (AMSA) Honor Society
Certification
- Biomedical Investigator Course CITI July 2025
- Certified medical Assistant course Texas Tech University
Languages
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Texas Retina Associates
09.2024 - Current
Medical Scribe
HELPS
07.2023 - 08.2024
CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT EXTERN
UMC Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2024
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Texas Tech Health Science Center
05.2022 - 08.2024
Student Presenter
Texas Tech University
01.2022 - 08.2024
Student Intern Volunteer
Covenant Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
Learning Assistant
Texas Tech University
08.2021 - 01.2022
Engineering Intern
CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory
12.2017 - 01.2018
- Biomedical Investigator Course CITI July 2025
- Certified medical Assistant course Texas Tech University
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas Tech University
CBSE - Engineering
The Indian School
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