Parul Budhiraja
Sugar Land,TX
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Intern – Microbe Hackers Lab
UT Austin High School Summer Research Academy (HSRA)
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted a 6-week project on Determining the mutation rates of Simple Sequence Repeats (SSRs) in E. coli bacteria
- Performed DNA extraction, PCR, sequencing analysis, and fluctuation tests to measure mutation rates
- Presented a research poster summarizing findings
Volunteer
Harris Health
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, promoting a welcoming environment
- Supported hospital staff in daily tasks, resulting in improved efficiency and patient satisfaction
- Restocked medical supplies and consumables to prepare procedure rooms
Research Volunteer
Harris Health
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Contributed to a project led by Baylor College of Medicine doctors: Assessing Behaviors, Beliefs, Attitudes, and Trust Toward Vaccines for Preventable Lung Diseases in Adults
- Conducted data entry of surveys collected from patients in clinic
Education
High School -
Lawrence Elkins High School
Sugar Land, TX05.2026
Skills
- Time management
- Analytical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
Personal Objective
To contribute my compassion, reliability, and strong work ethic to a healthcare team while gaining hands-on experience that supports my goal of becoming a physician.
Employment Objective
Seeking a position as a Patient Care Technician where I can assist patients, support medical staff, and continue developing my skills in patient care and health services.
Certification
- EKG Technician Training (in progress)
- HOSA Member
Timeline
Research Intern – Microbe Hackers Lab
UT Austin High School Summer Research Academy (HSRA)
06.2025 - 07.2025
Volunteer
Harris Health
06.2024 - 07.2024
Research Volunteer
Harris Health
06.2023 - 07.2023
High School -
Lawrence Elkins High School