Raahim Omer
Allen,TX
Summary
Biochemistry graduate seeking to enhance and enrich practical and academic skills through laboratory and teaching experience. Pursuing a graduate degree in Materials Science Engineering at UT Dallas.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
C2 Education Plano
08.2023 - Current
- Prepared elementary through high school students for standardized testing (SAT, ACT, ISEE, STAAR)
- Provided supplemental instruction in several college-level courses (AP/IB Chemistry, AP/IB Biology, AP Language and Composition)
- Helped students find unique study strategies that allowed them to improve their academic discipline and performance
Tutor
University Of Texas At Austin
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Helped fellow students with foundational science courses such as biology and chemistry
- Collaborated on assignments to identify and target weaknesses
- Created personalized learning plans based on weaknesses and presented class curricula
Tutor
Care.com Inc
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas including Biology and Chemistry
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
Research Assistant
University Of Texas At Austin
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Investigated new gene evolution and function after over-expression
- Gained experience in DNA and protein preparation techniques (chromatography, DNA isolation)
- Gained experience in analytical techniques (SDS-PAGE, Western blot, immunoassays)
Volunteer
Crisis Text Line
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.
- Guided troubled individuals to tools and resources necessary for healing.
Volunteer
It's A Sensory World
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Helped neurodivergent children with sensorimotor tasks
- Collaborated with staff to achieve solutions that benefited clients
- Involved in keeping the facilities neat, clean, and safe for clients
Student Volunteer
Evidence Action
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Student representative for nonprofit assisting with fundraising campaigns
- Presented evidence-based methodology for combatting maternal syphilis to donors and benefactors
- Raised in excess of 10,000 USD
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, TX05.2023
Skills
- DNA Extraction
- Column Chromatography
- Gel Electrophoresis
- GC/MS and LC/MS
- Variety of assays
- qPCR
- Fluorometry
Personal Qualities
- Problem Solving
- Critical Analysis and Reasoning
- Collaborative
- Intellectually Curious
- Emotionally Understanding
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Timeline
Tutor
C2 Education Plano
08.2023 - Current
Student Volunteer
Evidence Action
03.2023 - 05.2023
Tutor
Care.com Inc
01.2023 - 08.2023
Research Assistant
University Of Texas At Austin
01.2023 - 05.2023
Volunteer
Crisis Text Line
01.2022 - 12.2022
Volunteer
It's A Sensory World
12.2021 - 03.2022
Tutor
University Of Texas At Austin
09.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Texas At Austin