Leo Marsili-Guadarrama
Edinburg,Texas
Summary
Dedicated Entry-Level Physics/Biology Liaison with a keen interest in exploring the interaction between spaceflight and microbial life. I have a strong interest in gravitational waves, computational astronomy, and biology-physics interdisciplinary areas. As my experience includes conducting comprehensive research and literature synthesis on spaceflight biology and spacecraft dynamics.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tutor
UTRGV
Edinburg, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted students in mastering difficult concepts through tailored instructional techniques for Calculus 1, 2, 3 and Differential Equations.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies for the AP Calculus AB and BC exams .
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills for Calculus-based Physics 1 and 2.
Intern
USDA
Lincoln, Nebraska
01.2026 - Current
- Acquired insights into USDA programs and opportunities through active seminar participation. Fostered mentorship connections to drive personal and professional advancement.
- Compiled and analyzed bioprocessing data to support ongoing research on kinetic cells, contributing to scientific reports and presentations for departmental knowledge sharing.
- Assisted in preparing outreach materials and facilitated information sessions to engage prospective applicants, strengthening recruitment channels for upcoming internship cohorts.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for agricultural research projects.
- Supported project teams by preparing reports and presentations on findings.
Intern
STARSociety’s Launchpad - Project Vortex Program
Edinburg, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Learned and utilized software tools for data entry and analysis, enhancing reporting accuracy.
- Assisted in daily operational tasks to ensure workflow efficiency and team support.
- Worked in CAD software called Onshape to simulate a 3D avionics bay and sled
Physics/Biology Liaison
University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Physics Department
Edinburg, TX
08.2025 - Current
- Synthesized data from peer-reviewed journals to model microbial biofilm behavior in microgravity environments.
- Research and synthesizing literature related to spaceflight biology and spacecraft dynamics.
- Identify commonalities in space-influence microbial behavior and health.
- Ability to connect concepts across physics and biology highlights.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration between physics and biology.
Volunteer
The Rocket Launchers
Edinburg, TX
02.2026 - 02.2026
- Engaged with diverse populations to understand needs and provide appropriate support.
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events to promote local resources and services.
- Collaborated with team members to distribute food and supplies effectively during service days.
Office Law Clerk
Law Office of Samuel Reyes PLLC
Edinburg, TX
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Managed family law and personal injury cases.
- Filed legal documents, and contributed to the office’s success in achieving a significant.
- Coordinated cross-functional meetings and utilized advanced communication strategies over a 6-month period, yielding a 30% reduction in client inquiry response time by leveraging Outlook and Google calendar for streamlined case updates.
- Engineered system integration of Clio and DocuSign to automate document processing for over
- Directed bi-weekly client status review sessions over 6 months, achieving a 29% increase in timely case progress updates using Clio and Google Calendar integration to monitor milestones and deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physics (Minor Required), Bachelor of Science
Mathematics And Science Academy/UTRGV
Edinburg, TX05-2028
Skills
- Passionate chess player, having won several tournaments throughout elementary (Hudson Elementary), middle, and high school (Mathematics and Science academy)
- Experience in microscopy, cell culture, pipetting, HARV, or specific bioprocessing techniques
- Experience in Python, Fortran, Java and willing to learn more languages
- Experience in Excel, Word, PowerPoint R, GitHub, MATLAB, LaTeX, CAD
- Experience in Kstars, Stellarium, and other astronomy software
- Avid violinist who was part of both the Orchestra and Mariachi
- Team collaboration
- In-person tutoring
- Study skills
- Problem-solving skills
Accomplishments
- Earned trusted status with UTRGV, consistently being called upon to meet special student requirements.
- Participated and won 5th place in integration bee
- Achieved immiscible liquid mix through effectively helping with using a high aspect ratio vessel (HARV) system.
Certification
- Tutor Pedagogy Training Training - 2026
- TABC Training - 2026
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
French
Elementary
Timeline
Volunteer
The Rocket Launchers
02.2026 - 02.2026
Tutor
UTRGV
01.2026 - Current
Intern
USDA
01.2026 - Current
Intern
STARSociety’s Launchpad - Project Vortex Program
10.2025 - Current
Physics/Biology Liaison
University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Physics Department
08.2025 - Current
Office Law Clerk
Law Office of Samuel Reyes PLLC
06.2025 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Physics (Minor Required), Bachelor of Science
Mathematics And Science Academy/UTRGV