Nicollette S. Chu
La Jolla,CA
Summary
Driven with passion for research, medicine and collaborative mindset. Possesses foundational knowledge in research methodologies and critical analysis, such as animal handling, lab techniques, and MRI/CT reading. Ready to use and develop skills in medical research and critical analysis as a research assistant.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Volunteer
UC San Diego - Bode Lab
01.2025 - Current
- Using lab techniques to conduct and supervise experiments entails using pipettes, a Rotovap, HPLC, and other lab equipment to better investigate women’s reproductive health through HMOs.
Research Assistant
UC San Diego - Zifan Lab
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Segmenting CT, SPECT, and MRI scans to create 3D organ models for advanced software to detect and treat liver diseases, such as cancer, MASLD and NASH
Research Assistant
UCONN Health
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Using electrophoresis, DNA replication, and gene mapping to investigate a strange mutation in mice tails.
Sales Associate
Gap
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Devised and implemented an effective sales process, leading to consistently achieving the established sales goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
UC San Diego
La Jolla, Ca11.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Pomperaug High School
Southbury, Ct06.2024
Skills
- Reading MRIs, CT, SPECT imaging (ITKsnap)
- Animal Handling
- Design DNA Primers/Gene mapping
- DNA Replication/Electrophoresis
- Effective Communication, Formal & Causal Setting
- CPR & First Aid
LANGUAGES
English (First Language)
Spanish (Fluent)
Timeline
Research Assistant
UC San Diego - Zifan Lab
01.2025 - 03.2025
Research Volunteer
UC San Diego - Bode Lab
01.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
UCONN Health
05.2023 - 07.2023
Sales Associate
Gap
06.2022 - 01.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Pomperaug High School
Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology
UC San Diego
AWARDS
Lifeguarding Certification, developed the skills to be able to save an individual in a body of water | First Aid Certification, developed ability to resuscitate and take a patient's vitals | AP Scholars Award, to congratulate my efforts and AP scores.