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Nessa Jamalian

Undergraduate Student

Summary

Driven Undergraduate Research Assistant experienced in conducting laboratory, library and field research. Skilled in working within collaborative environments to collect and evaluate research data for variety of projects. In process of completing B.A in Psychological Science, with the aim of pursuing a Ph.D in Neuroscience.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Applied Behavioral Research Assistant

Dr. Yasmin Sherafat
San Marcos, CA
01.2023 - Current
  • Research involving live animal models with the focus on nicotine addiction and corresponding data analysis and collaboration.
  • Performing statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
  • Researched and interpreted large volumes of scientific data and literature.
  • Current project: The interaction between nicotinic receptor modulators in the hippocampus: implications for learning and memory.

Behavioral Health Research Assistant

Cannabis And Tobacco Research Lab Of San Diego
San Marcos, CA
12.2022 - Current
  • [NIH Funded] Data collection and analysis from individuals who use both cannabis and tobacco, with a focus on determining whether or not there is a significant connection between the two substances and the purchase task variable.
  • Scheduling and surveying participants using Qualtrics.
  • Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.


Teacher's Assistant

California State University
San Marcos, CA
01.2023 - Current
  • Supported student learning objectives in biopsychology through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Graded quizzes and exams, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.

STEM Tutor

California State University
San Marcos, CA
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.

Waitress

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Greeting and maintaining relationships with customers
  • Taking patrons' food orders and relaying orders to kitchen staff.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science

California State University San Marcos
San Marcos
08.2020 - Current

Skills

    Database searches

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Certification

Working with the IACUC: Researchers, Staff, and Students [CITI Program]

Timeline

Teacher's Assistant

California State University
01.2023 - Current

Applied Behavioral Research Assistant

Dr. Yasmin Sherafat
01.2023 - Current

Behavioral Health Research Assistant

Cannabis And Tobacco Research Lab Of San Diego
12.2022 - Current

Working with Mice in Research Settings [CITI Program]

12-2022

Social & Behavioral Research (except for School of Education) [CITI Program]

12-2022

Working with the IACUC: Researchers, Staff, and Students [CITI Program]

11-2022

Working with Rats in Research Settings [CITI program]

11-2022

STEM Tutor

California State University
04.2021 - 11.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science

California State University San Marcos
08.2020 - Current

Waitress

BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse
01.2020 - 01.2023
Nessa JamalianUndergraduate Student