MATTIE MURPHY
Student-Athlete - Lehigh University
Apex,NC
Summary
Interned at a molecular microbiology research laboratory abroad. Analyzed databases to identify indeterminate COVID-19 RT-PCR test result bias of methods and other metadata. Overcame multiple communication and cultural barriers throughout the experience. Continuing to excel at balancing the demands of rigorous academics coupled with the challenges of competing at the highest level of women’s athletics in the country. Acquiring useful skills from these disciplines that require commitment and teamwork. Looking to expand my education and experience regarding my future goals and desired occupation in the biological sciences/pharmaceutical field.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Microbiology Research Intern
University San Sebastián
Santiago, Chile
04.2021 - Current
- Identified patterns and bias in clinical laboratory procedural techniques for indeterminate COVID-19 RT-PCR test results.
- Working to publish completed research.
Volunteer
Note In The Pocket
Raleigh, NC
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Organized a campaign to donate gently used clothing items to underprivileged children.
- Collected over 300 pounds of clothes as a donation and delivered to needy.
Volunteer
Brown Bag Ministry
Cary, NC
12.2017 - 04.2019
- Organization dedicated to ending hunger.
- Assembled and distributed bagged lunches to the homeless population in Raleigh, NC.
Youth Soccer Coach
Next Level Academy
Morrisville, NC
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Mentored boys and girls aged six to eleven.
- Taught technical soccer skills camps.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA 08.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Middle Creek High School
Apex, North Carolina 08.2015 - 06.2019
Skills
R and RStudio Programming
Online research
Time management
Leadership
MS Office - Certified
Additional Information
Lehigh Varsity Women's Soccer - Division I Scholar Athlete with four-year scholarship (2019-2023)
- Patriot League Midfielder of the Week (Spring 2021)
Timeline
Microbiology Research Intern
University San Sebastián
04.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Lehigh University
08.2019 - Current
Volunteer
Note In The Pocket
03.2019 - 05.2019
Youth Soccer Coach
Next Level Academy
11.2018 - 03.2019
Volunteer
Brown Bag Ministry
12.2017 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Middle Creek High School
08.2015 - 06.2019