Kai Zwink
Student Research Assisstant
Corvallis,OR
Summary
Responsible and Reliable Graduate Student interested in a future in the medical field. Accomplished at working with patients and facilitating effective care through the knowledge and study of the field. Independent and flexible in taking on challenges with curiosity and vigor.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Teachers Assistant
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
09.2023 - Current
- Supported the lead teacher in developing curriculum materials, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational objectives.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest teaching trends and methodologies, enhancing overall effectiveness as an educator.
- Ensured the safety of all students by adhering strictly to school policies regarding proper supervision during class times as well as extracurricular activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, resulting in consistent teaching approaches across multiple classrooms.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
- Facilitated effective learning experiences for students by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques to meet their unique needs.
- Contributed to a more organized classroom setting by maintaining accurate records on student attendance, assignments, and progress reports.
Research Assistant
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
01.2023 - Current
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Utilized statistical software for data analysis, generating accurate insights into complex datasets.
- Analyzed complex data sets to uncover critical insights, driving direction of research projects.
- Facilitated cross-disciplinary research collaborations, broadening scope and impact of research findings.
Ophthalmic Technician
Eye Care Physicians & Surgeons
Salem, OR
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
- Conducted comprehensive visual acuity testing, contributing to accurate diagnoses for improved patient care.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when liaising between patients, physicians, and insurance companies regarding treatment options and costs.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
Chemistry Learning Assistant
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented assessment tools to gauge student progress and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving skills through design of challenging assignments and projects.
- Provided feedback to teachers on student performance, contributing to more targeted instructional strategies.
- Boosted comprehension of complex subjects with creation of simplified study materials.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops to remain current on best practices in teaching methodologies and emerging trends in education.
Ophthalmic Technician and Scribe
Sterling Vision
Eugene, Oregon
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Enhanced patient understanding and compliance with treatment plans by providing clear, concise explanations of their condition.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
Education
Master of Science - Biochemistry And Biophysics
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR United States 09.2024 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR United States 09.2021 - 06.2024
Skills
Effective communication
Molecular Dynamics Simulation
Python
Complex Problem-solving
Chart documentation
Patient care
Medication administration
Diagnostic testing
Appointment scheduling
Pharmacology
Accomplishments
- Presented research on the molecular dynamics of dopamine receptors at the Biophysics Society Meeting.
- Presented at the Undergraduate Research Conference at Oregon State University
- Trained Graduate Students on laboratory basics and aided them in their projects
- Contributed to several interdisciplinary research collaborations on GPCRs
Affiliations
The Biophysics Society
Students for Health Humanities
American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
SURE Research Award
Aware
CURE Research Award
Competitive award for biochemists. Awarded Funds for the investigation into the binding specificity of Ropinerole analogs to the dopamine D2 and D3 receptors.
Timeline
Master of Science - Biochemistry And Biophysics
Oregon State University
09.2024 - 07.2025
Ophthalmic Technician
Eye Care Physicians & Surgeons
07.2024 - 12.2024
Teachers Assistant
Oregon State University
09.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Oregon State University
01.2023 - Current
Chemistry Learning Assistant
Oregon State University
09.2022 - 06.2024
Ophthalmic Technician and Scribe
Sterling Vision
06.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Oregon State University
09.2021 - 06.2024
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