Mia Pierce
Spokane
Summary
Dedicated and disciplined college undergraduate biochemistry major with strong research experience and active participation in multiple leadership roles and student organizations. As a student athlete, I bring excellent time management and teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Biology Lab Assistant
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted in preparation of biological samples for analysis using various microscopy techniques.
- Documented experimental procedures and results accurately in lab notebooks and electronic records.
Student Ambassador
Azusa Pacific Department of Biology and Chemistry
Azusa, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Spend time with Azusa Pacific University's prospective STEM students
- Speak to students and their parents, and sit on a Q&A panel board
Learning Assistant
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Facilitated group discussions, encouraging student participation
- Hosted office hours for students to ask questions or get clarifications
- Worked with my professor to create engaging lesson plans and activities
Chemical Biology Research
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Headed Huang student research team working to develop anti-cancer agents
- Worked in an organic synthesis lab, as well as a biology lab
Customer Service
Nordstrom
Spokane, WA
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Worked with the customer service team to ensure customer satisfaction and store organization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA01.2027
Skills
- Time management
- Organization
- Public Speaking
- Mentoring
- Adaptability
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- 3rd Place Award for oral presentations at the Azusa Pacific University STEM Symposium (2025)
- Recipient of the Eric Molstead Scholarship for Excellency in Science and Mathematics (2019-2023)
- Was a Spokane Scholar in the Humanities (2023)
- Most Valuable Player in the 2021 Women's Basketball Friendship Tournament
- WIAA First team All-league basketball awards (2020, 2022, 2023)
Timeline
Biology Lab Assistant
Azusa Pacific University
02.2026 - Current
Student Ambassador
Azusa Pacific Department of Biology and Chemistry
10.2025 - Current
Learning Assistant
Azusa Pacific University
08.2025 - 12.2025
Chemical Biology Research
Azusa Pacific University
05.2025 - 08.2025
Customer Service
Nordstrom
05.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Azusa Pacific University
LEADERSHIP AND ACTIVITIES
- Azusa Pacific Women’s Basketball Athlete - 2023 - Current
- Member of Azusa Pacific’s women’s basketball team. This experience has strengthened my time management, teamwork, and leadership skills, both on and off the court.
- Student Athlete Advisory Committee Member - 2024 - Current
- Represented the women’s basketball team on the SAAC. Worked with athletes from all athletic teams to make decisions for my fellow athletes both at Azusa Pacific and across the country.
- Secretary, Vice President of TriBeta Biological Honors Society - 2024 - Current
- Worked with my team to grow and strengthen the STEM community across campus by planning events, organizing research opportunities, and meeting with students.