Katherine Whitley
Albuquerque,New Mexico
Summary
Experienced with medical documentation and patient interaction in emergency room settings, clinical and computational laboratory operations, CAD software, engineering documentation, and Microsoft office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Punctual and professional, willing to work various shifts and driven to perform successfully in solitary role or as part of team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anatomy and Physiology Peer Learning Facilitator
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
08.2025 - Current
- Facilitated biweekly review sessions and clarified complex concepts in human anatomy and physiology for undergraduate students
- Supported professor-led lectures by preparing instructional materials, demonstrations, and supplemental resources
- Provided one-on-one and small group tutoring to improve comprehension and academic performance
Emergency Medicine Research Assistant
University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
Albuquerque, NM
01.2026 - Current
- Screen and enroll research subjects for active human subject research studies and quality assurance/quality improvement activities in the UNMH Emergency Department.
College Outreach Coordinator – Health Professions Symposium
Health Professions Symposium Planning Committee
07.2024 - Current
- Led a team of 5 to plan and execute outreach initiatives for a large-scale academic symposium
- Directed team responsibilities, coordinated outreach events, and managed target audience engagement
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support overall event planning and logistics
Medical Scribe
Presbyterian Emergency Department
Albuquerque, New Mexico
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Documenting patient visits and medical histories
- Maintained patient database, entering information into electronic health records.
- Contacted medical facilities or departments to retrieve patient labs
Medical Assistant Intern
Los Alamos Medical Care Clinic
Los Alamos, New Mexico
07.2021 - 01.2024
- Maintained patient database, entering information into electronic health records.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms, medical equipment, and common areas to reduce germ spread.
- Contacted medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.
Computational Biochemistry Lab Intern
He Lab, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted simulation of protein and ligand interactions via GROMACS and AlphaFold
- Evaluated spatial configuration of microscopic molecules to draw new conclusions about existing research.
- Presented complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences through presentations and written reports.
Chemistry Lab Assistant
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Create microneedle holder designs in Fusion360.
- Use a 3D printer to create microneedles.
- Interpret test results and determined need for retesting microneedle design.
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Los Alamos National Labs
Los Alamos, New Mexico
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted drafters in developing structural and mechanical design of products using computer-assisted design (CAD) software, mainly CREO.
- Researched and analyzed different adhesives to be used on acetal plastic.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft office products.
- Wrote and edited project documents.
Medical Screener
Los Alamos Medical Care Clinic
Los Alamos, New Mexico
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Performed health screenings and assessments on patients.
- Assisted medical staff in monitoring patient vital signs.
- Educated patients on preventative health measures.
Education
Bachelors in Science (B.S.) - Biology, Chemistry
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05-2026
Skills
- CAD Software (CREO and Fusion360)
- Medical Records Management
- Data Analysis
- Research Paper Writing
- Teaching strategies
- Event Coordination
- Outreach Initiative
Certification
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Biomedical Research Investigator Group 1 Certificate - 3/2026
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Good Clinical Practices (GCP) Certificate - 3/2026
HIPPA and HITECH Training - 2/2026
Awards & Honors
Fall 2024, Spring 2025 Arts & Sciences Dean’s List, Fall 2022 Engineering Dean’s List, Woodward Scholarship Recipient, June Ettinger Memorial Scholarship
Research
Studies:
Biomeme, Inc. PI: Justin Baca, MD, PhD
CLIN-095-Specimen collection and adjudication to support development of host response-based diagnostic assays for acute infection
Role: Research Assistant (1/15/2025 – 5/12/2025)
Presentations:
"Observations of Student Preferences in Office Hours", Peer Learning Facilitator Symposium, University of New Mexico, December 2025
languages
English: Native
French: Conversational
Timeline
Emergency Medicine Research Assistant
University Of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
01.2026 - Current
Anatomy and Physiology Peer Learning Facilitator
University of New Mexico
08.2025 - Current
Medical Scribe
Presbyterian Emergency Department
05.2025 - 08.2025
College Outreach Coordinator – Health Professions Symposium
Health Professions Symposium Planning Committee
07.2024 - Current
Computational Biochemistry Lab Intern
He Lab, University of New Mexico
05.2023 - 08.2023
Chemistry Lab Assistant
University of New Mexico
10.2022 - 12.2022
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Los Alamos National Labs
06.2022 - 08.2022
Medical Assistant Intern
Los Alamos Medical Care Clinic
07.2021 - 01.2024
Medical Screener
Los Alamos Medical Care Clinic
07.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelors in Science (B.S.) - Biology, Chemistry
University of New Mexico