Kaitlin Manoj

Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

• Robotics Head of Cad: (2 Years) 3x States Attending Team winning multiple Awards. Lead design efforts using AutoCAD and have developed strong skills in systems thinking, precision modeling, and team problem-solving. Worked on prototyping robot designs, creating custom pieces, and modeling stress testing features. Has indept knowledge on AutoCAD and OnShape.
• CCIR Scholar: Prior experience with small research project using MATLAB to simulate motion in soft robotic arms inspired by octopus movement. While I’m still building confidence with the software, it gave me a valuable introduction to system modeling and helped me appreciate how signaling dynamics—whether mechanical or molecular—drive coordinated responses
• Cocreator of BeatBots: Educational nonprofit teaching 100+ kids across NJ basic coding and robotics skills through robotics projects with a self-made curriculum. Over 50+ hours of volunteering and setup.
• Volunteer at Senior Retirement Center

• UC Berkeley Teen Biotech Award: 2024 Honorable Mention Nanotechnology and Drug
• SAT Score: 1540, 790 Math 750 English

• NOCTI Certified (by May): Learned plate streaking skills, PCR, gel electrophoresis, Gram Staining Bacteria, Culturing C. Elegens, Microscope Skills, Micropippeting, Bacterial DNA extraction