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Jyothi Rao

Jyothi Rao

Summary

Second year at Oberlin College studying neuroscience with the John F. Oberlin Scholarship. Pursuing a PhD and career in neuroscience. Endlessly curious and hardworking, I'm eager and excited to learn.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

STEM Tutor

Varsity Tutors
Remote
10.2024 - Current
  • Mentor to 5 students aged 10-22 on a variety of science subjects from middle school science to college chemistry, biotechnology and neuroscience.
  • Developed and maintained supportive relationships with clients bolstering their academic performance and confidence.
  • Coordinated with classroom teachers to align tutoring sessions with in-class instruction, ensuring a cohesive learning experience for students.
  • Provided individualized tutoring sessions to address unique learning needs, leading to improved academic performance.

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Oberlin Department of Neuroscience
Oberlin, OH
08.2024 - Current
  • Applied critical thinking skills to identify potential areas for further investigation within the research topic.
  • Developed proficiency in various lab techniques, leading to more accurate and reliable results.
  • Interpreted and analyzed research data to draw conclusions on outcomes.
  • Collaborated closely with faculty advisors, incorporating constructive feedback into ongoing research efforts.

Neuroscience Peer Tutor

Oberlin Peer Tutors
Oberlin, OH
01.2024 - Current
  • Helped fellow students prepare for quizzes and examinations.
  • Assisted other students with homework and provided supplementary instruction.
  • Served as a mentor to struggling students, with a focus on increasing confidence alongside academic assistance.

CLEAR Mentor - NSCI 201 (Teaching Assistant)

Center for Learning, Education and Research
Oberlin, OH
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in improved student engagement and comprehension.
  • Established rapport with students through approachability, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Led biweekly two-hour recitations, reinforcing key concepts and addressing common areas of confusion.

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow

Drexel University Neurobiology & Anatomy
Philadelphia, PA
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Demonstrated a high level of commitment and dedication towards research goals by working long hours when necessary to meet project deadlines.
  • Improved experimental design by providing critical feedback on research protocols based on current literature review findings.
  • Acquired advanced knowledge and expertise of laboratory methods in my field of study through extensive reading assignments provided by faculty mentors during the program duration.
  • Recipient of competitive stipend scholarship

CLEAR Mentor - BIOL 100 (Teaching Assistant)

Center for Learning, Education and Research
Oberlin Ohio
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in improved student engagement and comprehension.
  • Established rapport with students through approachability, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Led biweekly two-hour recitations, reinforcing key concepts and addressing common areas of confusion.

Music Production and Performance Intern

Two of a Kind
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Researched and booked venues
  • Participated in volunteer performances at children's hospitals
  • Responsible for staying on top of the group's schedule, to-do list and more
  • Networked with local musicians and small businesses

Voice and Piano Instructor

Rockdale Music School
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Engineered recording sessions
  • Taught individual and small group lessons
  • Arranged small bands for performances
  • Ran band practices

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience

Oberlin College
Oberlin, OH
05-2026

High School -

Strath Haven High School
06.2022

Skills

  • In-depth biology expertise
  • Comprehensive research capabilities
  • Data collection & research - RStudio, Excel and SPSS
  • Organized, dependable and responsible
  • Academic support - group and individual instruction
  • Natural leader
  • Scientific writing
  • Music Production and Performance

Timeline

STEM Tutor

Varsity Tutors
10.2024 - Current

Undergraduate Student Researcher

Oberlin Department of Neuroscience
08.2024 - Current

CLEAR Mentor - NSCI 201 (Teaching Assistant)

Center for Learning, Education and Research
08.2024 - 12.2024

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow

Drexel University Neurobiology & Anatomy
05.2024 - 08.2024

Neuroscience Peer Tutor

Oberlin Peer Tutors
01.2024 - Current

CLEAR Mentor - BIOL 100 (Teaching Assistant)

Center for Learning, Education and Research
01.2024 - 05.2024

Music Production and Performance Intern

Two of a Kind
01.2024 - 02.2024

Voice and Piano Instructor

Rockdale Music School
06.2023 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience

Oberlin College

High School -

Strath Haven High School
Jyothi Rao