MOLLY MAKORI
Recent Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate
Tucson
Summary
Recent Pharmaceutical Sciences graduate with research experience in oncology, urology and molecular biology. Passionate about understanding biological/chemical mechanisms, drug discovery, and promoting diversity in STEM.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
EnduRx Pharmaceuticals Inc.
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Investigating targeted polymeric nanoparticles designed to improve drug targeting in metastatic prostate cancer.
- Maintain detailed records of all weekly experiments to ensure data are accurate, tracked, and can be repeated.
- Contributed to the development of protocols to enhance nanoparticle imaging.
- Signed a one-way non-disclosure agreement to protect private company information and intellectual property.
Student Researcher
Functional Genomics Core
05.2024 - 05.2026
- Adhered to strict BSL-2 lab standards to maintain mammalian cell cultures.
- Under supervision, use the Operetta CLS for cellular imaging and the Harmony software for image analysis.
- Under supervision, carried out cell viability assays and compound reconstitution.
- Supported laboratory maintenance activities such as autoclaving, removal of biohazard waste, etc.
Summer Research Intern
University of Wisconsin-Madison
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Participated in a summer research internship for undergraduates and investigated the effect of oleic acid in benign prostatic hyperplasia.
- Kept detailed records of all weekly experiments to ensure data are accurate, tracked, and can be repeated.
- Conducted immunofluorescence analysis of mitochondrial β-oxidation enzymes with quantitative image analysis using ImageJ and Inform.
- Contributed to journal club to critically evaluate and discuss current scientific literature.
- Participated in weekly meetings to discuss project updates and propose solutions for challenges.
- Presented findings at the SPUUR Jamboree in July 2025 and the CAIRIBU (Collaborating for the Advancement of Interdisciplinary Research in Benign Urology) conference in December 2025 in Madison, WI.
Student Assistant
University of Arizona
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintained accurate documentation of student participation and engagement to support program operations.
- Coordinated front-desk operations, overseeing appointment check-ins and scheduled meetings.
- Provided administrative support to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of program tasks.
- Streamlined administrative support to enhance workflow and ensure timely completion of program tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2026
Skills
- Mammalian cell culture & tissue culture
- Aseptic technique & BSL-2 laboratory compliance and safety procedures
- Fluorescence microscopy & cellular imaging
- Immunofluorescence staining and analysis
- Experimental documentation & laboratory record keeping
- Data analysis and scientific interpretation
- Laboratory maintenance & biohazard waste handling
- Autoclave operation and sterilization procedures
- Research reproducibility and protocol adherence
- Scientific presentation and communication
- Team collaboration in interdisciplinary research environments
- Problem-solving and attention to detail
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Timeline
Student Intern
EnduRx Pharmaceuticals Inc.
01.2026 - 05.2026
Summer Research Intern
University of Wisconsin-Madison
05.2025 - 08.2025
Student Researcher
Functional Genomics Core
05.2024 - 05.2026
Student Assistant
University of Arizona
04.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Arizona