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ResearchAssistant

Yolanda Rush

Newark,United States

Summary

Motivated student currently working towards degree in Forensic Science and Radiology Technology. Adept at prepping resources, equipment, and materials for research. Extensive background in investigating cellular and molecular research. Detail-oriented Research Assistant with hands-on experience performing clerical and laboratory work to advance research goals. Drives team success with expertise in data review, reporting and specimen handling.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Lawal Lab
01.2021 - 08.2024
  • Provides support for research projects by conducting literature searches, data management, and maintaining files for project Researchers
  • Familiar with APA formatting and referencing
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.

Student Teacher

William C. Lewis Dual Language Elementary School
10.2018 - 12.2022
  • Provides support to the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment
  • Assists the teacher in planning and preparation for STEM activities; aids instructional efforts of the teacher
  • Assists the teacher in preparing STEM based lesson outlines, plans, and curricula in assigned areas

Independent Researcher

Donlea Lab
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Research Assistant for a faculty member's research, helping with data collection, data cleaning, analysis, literature review, and other projects to help understand the research process
  • Demonstrates strong understanding of laboratory protocols and safety regulations in a laboratory environment

Pre-med Volunteer

Dayton Family Clinic
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Observed the pediatric doctor's engagement with pediatric patients and their care through understanding the patient's needs and wanting to provide the best treatment possible
  • Provided support by helping the staff, checking patients' temperatures for any symptoms of Covid-19, providing a clean, sterilized environment, etc

Team Member

Chick-Fil-A
09.2018 - 02.2019
  • Completing assigned tasks effectively and within stipulated deadlines
  • Working cohesively with other team members to achieve departmental goals
  • Completing administrative tasks, answering incoming calls, and ensuring good customer service

Education

Master of Science - Forensic Science

Stevenson University
Owings Mills, MD
05.2027

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Biology

Delaware State University
Dover, DE
05.2023

Skills

  • Ability to create a research experiment
  • Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standard
  • Statistical and Graphical Analysis of Data
  • Consistent communication with PI and colleagues
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Microsoft Office
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving

Accomplishments

  • First Place Award for Best Poster, 08/01/22, University of California, Los Angeles, Awarded for best poster after conducting collaborative research with Lawal and Donlea Lab. Presented research at the Society of Neuroscience.
  • UC HBCU Pathways Fellowship, 08/01/22, University of California, Los Angeles, Awarded a fellowship for work conducted during collaborative research with Lawal and Donlea Lab.

Timeline

Independent Researcher

Donlea Lab
06.2022 - 08.2022

Research Assistant

Lawal Lab
01.2021 - 08.2024

Pre-med Volunteer

Dayton Family Clinic
06.2020 - 08.2020

Student Teacher

William C. Lewis Dual Language Elementary School
10.2018 - 12.2022

Team Member

Chick-Fil-A
09.2018 - 02.2019

Master of Science - Forensic Science

Stevenson University

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Biology

Delaware State University
Yolanda Rush