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Poojitha Swaminathan

Tampa,FL

Summary

Highly motivated with an innate curiosity and enthusiasm for biology, demonstrating a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proficient at working independently, eagerly taking on new challenges, and rapidly acquiring new skills. Aspiring to build a career in the research field, fueled by a deep passion for the exploration of biological sciences.


Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research

Undergraduate Research Society
11.2022 - Current
  • Acquired proficiency in PCR technique and R-protein purification, in addition to mastering various fundamental laboratory procedures.
  • Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Orientation Leader

University Of South Florida
01.2023 - Current
  • Built detailed knowledge on locations and points of interest or queries to thoroughly answer guest questions
  • Mentored students on successful strategies for integrating into college life
  • Displayed strong public speaking skills and communication abilities to facilitate a warm atmosphere for incoming students
  • Served as the rprsentative of USF, with a deep knowledge of resources and the ability to provide essential information and support.

virtual shadowing

Medi-future
08.2023 - Current
  • Gained over 30 hours of virtual shadowing experience from varied professionals

Volunteer

Feeding Tampa Bay
12.2022 - Current
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Served the needy with high nutritional foods including an entree, sides and dessert.
  • Offered empathetic support and attentive listening to individuals seeking assistance and guidance.

Education

Bachelor of Science And/with Education Degree - Biomedical Engineering

University Of South Florida
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Bethany Junior College
03.2022

Skills

  • Research and Due Diligence
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Organized
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Active Listening
  • Team Building

Certification

  • Fundamentals of Neurosciences (total of 3 courses) offered by HarvardX
  • Graduate in UCMAS – abacus
  • Mater Graduate in UCMAS – abacus
  • Certificate of Merit in Essay Writing
  • Certified Scuba Diver with PADI

Accomplishments

  • Created and donated a Tactile book on Colors (A book for the visually impaired with the story printed in braille and characters made with feelable materials)


Timeline

virtual shadowing

Medi-future
08.2023 - Current

Orientation Leader

University Of South Florida
01.2023 - Current

Volunteer

Feeding Tampa Bay
12.2022 - Current

Research

Undergraduate Research Society
11.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Science And/with Education Degree - Biomedical Engineering

University Of South Florida

High School Diploma -

Bethany Junior College
Poojitha Swaminathan