KEVIN CRUZ MARTINEZ
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
University of New Mexico Biology and Chemistry undergraduate student with interests in biomedical research, molecular biology, cancer biology, and medicine. El Puente Research Fellow and Organic Chemistry tutor with experience in research methodology, scientific communication, and collaborative academic environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemistry Tutor
Center for Teaching & Learning, University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
08.2026 - Current
- Facilitated understanding of reaction mechanisms, functional groups, stereochemistry, spectroscopy, and core organic chemistry concepts.
- Guided students through multi-step problem solving, tailoring explanations to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Provide individual and small-group tutoring primarily in Organic Chemistry.
Delivery Station Associate
Amazon
Albuquerque, NM
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to accurately process and organize packages, ensuring adherence to time-sensitive operational deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05-2028
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM05-2028
Skills
- Organic chemistry
- Research methodology
- Laboratory safety
- Scientific communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Organization
- Team collaboration
- Bilingual communication (English & Spanish)
Certification
CPR/BLS - American Heart Association | Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B), Certification Pending
AWARD
Dean's List - University of New Mexico (Fall 2024)
RESEARCH & ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
El Puente Research Fellow | University of New Mexico Aug 2026 - Present
- Selected for an undergraduate research fellowship providing faculty mentorship and training in research methodology and scientific communication.
- Developing a faculty-mentored project on nanoparticle-mediated siRNA delivery targeting T315I-mutant BCR-ABL and drug resistance.
- Participate in research-focused workshops and cohort meetings while developing skills in research design and scientific communication.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
EMT-B Clinical & Field Training | UNM Hospital, Albuquerque Fire Rescue & Los Lunas Fire Rescue Jun 2025
- Completed supervised hospital and prehospital rotations, following established procedures while assisting with patient assessment, patient care, and emergency response.
- Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams in high-pressure environments while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.
Physician Shadowing | UNM Hospital 2026 - Present
- Observe emergency physicians during patient evaluation, clinical decision-making, treatment, and interdisciplinary care coordination.
Timeline
Chemistry Tutor
Center for Teaching & Learning, University of New Mexico
08.2026 - Current
Delivery Station Associate
Amazon
05.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
University of New Mexico