Nyla Bickham
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Knowledgeable about research areas and study procedures. Enthusiastic about setting up and carrying out wide array of studies. Skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OURA Lab Intern
Office For Undergraduate Research And Artistry
Colorado State University
01.2024 - Current
- Efficiently managed lab inventory by organizing supplies, tracking usage trends, and ordering necessary materials as needed.
- Learned and employed techniques and practices of basic research (maintaining a lab notebook, pipetting, preparing solutions)
- Applied critical thinking skills to analyze data and evaluate experimental procedures.
- Actively participated in group problem-solving sessions aimed at overcoming challenges encountered during various stages of experimentation.
- Collaborated with fellow interns and lab personnel, fostering a positive work environment and promoting teamwork.
- Presented research findings to supervisors and peers through clear and concise reports, providing valuable insights into ongoing projects.
Adolescent Wellness Lab Intern
Adolescent Wellness Lab
Colorado State University
09.2023 - Current
- Participated in facilitating of the BREATH and CBTEX study, where I was able to get hands-on experience that were similar to those of research assistant duties, such as data entry, sample collection, and shadowing in on patient visits.
- Individually coded CBTEX and BREATH group sessions according to the TPOCS coding manual.
- Conducted and presented an individual research project based on my experience from the lab and awarded the VPR Murals Scholar award for the 24-25 school year.
ABCD Student Lab Intern
Adolescent Brain And Cognitive Development Lab
Medical University Of South Carolina
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Shadowed and assisted research assistants when conducting participant visits, updated resource forms and created retention products/ideas,
- Contributed to the successful completion of research projects by collaborating effectively with team members.
- Managed laboratory inventory effectively, assisted in collecting biospecimens, reducing waste and optimizing resource usage.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Streamlined data entry processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in results reporting.
OURA Ambassador
Office For Undergraduate Research And Artistry
Colorado State University
03.2024 - Current
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Provided peers with research opportunities, and advice regarding undergraduate research
- Guided peers through “Ask an Ambassador”, or judge at events like Graduate Student Showcase, and promote undergraduate research.
Peer Mentor
Medical University Of South Carolina
Charleston, SC
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Served as a mentor for the new cohort of ambassadors of the TSAP program under the guidance of a senior program.
- Served as a role model for the new cohort of Teen Science Ambassadors, under the guidance of a senior mentor.
- Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills, as well as helped mentees to develop strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Office Assistant
PEOPLEASE
07.2019 - 12.2019
- To help around the office, read through spam emails, verify employees to work in the Everify system, and change or update their pay rate.
Peer Mentor
Key Communities
Colorado State University
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress towards achieving their goals and to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way.
- Developed strong relationships with mentees, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Encouraged mentees to develop strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Promoted a sense of belonging among peers by fostering an inclusive atmosphere within the mentoring program''s activities and discussions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2027
High School Diploma -
Wando High School
Mount Pleasant, SC06.2023
Skills
- Research and Laboratory Experience
- MyQuest training
- Citi Training
- IRB approved
- Rapid drug test devices - Oral Fluid
- Rapid drug test devices - Urine
- Alere iScreen OFD Training
- Alere iCup Training
- First Aid Certification
- CPR and AED Certification
- Data Analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Service
Certification
- AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Additional Information
MyQuest Training, Citi Training, IRB approved, Rapid drug test devices - Oral Fluid, Rapid drug test devices - Urine, Alere iScreen OFD Training, Alere iCup Training
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Peer Mentor
Key Communities
04.2024 - Current
OURA Ambassador
Office For Undergraduate Research And Artistry
03.2024 - Current
OURA Lab Intern
Office For Undergraduate Research And Artistry
01.2024 - Current
Adolescent Wellness Lab Intern
Adolescent Wellness Lab
09.2023 - Current
Peer Mentor
Medical University Of South Carolina
07.2022 - 12.2022
ABCD Student Lab Intern
Adolescent Brain And Cognitive Development Lab
06.2022 - 06.2022
Office Assistant
PEOPLEASE
07.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Colorado State University
High School Diploma -
Wando High School
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