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Rawa Abukhalaf

Cypress,US

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with a solid background in regulatory affairs and science education. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Ready to tackle new challenges with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RA Associate

TruAbutment Inc.
10.2024 - Current
  • Operate quality testing equipment including measuring microscope, static and compression testing machines, micrometers, and gauges
  • Collect data and prepare testing reports.
  • Prepare, review, and submit regulatory documents to local authorities (FDA), European notified bodies, and local representatives. This includes medical device dossiers and device submissions.
  • Provide training to internal teams and new employees.
  • Ensure our products comply with national and international regulations.

Volunteer

Flying Samaritans
10.2019 - Current
  • Work with health care professionals to provide health care for people living in rural areas.
  • The clinic provides general check-ups, medication, dentistry, and optometry services each month.
  • Shadow doctors, pharmacists, RNs, EMTs, and other healthcare professionals.

Tutor

Inner Circle Education Center
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Provide Biology and Chemistry tutoring for students in grade 7-12.
  • Create educational materials to further demonstrate subject matter to be covered in tutoring sessions.
  • Assess the progress of assigned students to ensure effective processes.
  • Plan creative lessons to engage and educate students.

AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and Anatomy Tutor

Young Scholars Institute
02.2021 - 02.2023
  • Manage a class of 10+ students.
  • Create educational PowerPoint presentations for the units of AP Biology and AP Chemistry.
  • Guide students from the beginning of the semester until the end. In this role, I cover all required material, prepare weekly homework, correct students' answers, and provide progress feedback.
  • Conduct weekly sessions on applying skills and knowledge to solve AP science questions.
  • Communicate with supervisors and parents regarding students' progress.

Lab Assistant

Tel Aviv University- George S. Wise Faculty of Life Sciences
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Maintained laboratory safety standards by cleaning and stocking lab equipment and materials.
  • Assisted with Gel electrophoresis, reverse transcriptace qRT PCR, and fluorescence and confocal microscopy.
  • Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.
  • Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.

Tutor

California State University Fullerton Auxiliary Services
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Provide tutoring and homework assistance for high school students.
  • Monitor students' performance, evaluate their knowledge, and provide different tutoring styles based on students' learning styles.
  • Manage a class of around 25 students and maintain a productive learning environment.
  • Communicate with supervisors, administrators, and parents and provide weekly student attendance and performance updates.

Cope Scholar

Cope Health Scholar, UCLA Cope Health Solutions
11.2017 - 09.2019
  • Assisted with care for patients alongside nurses, physicians, and other members of the care team; checking vital signs, bathing, changing, and feeding patients.
  • Administrative support across department; assisting unit secretary with paperwork.

Financial Aid Student Advisor

Cypress College
12.2016 - 07.2017
  • Communicate information and instructions to students and parents regarding federal and state financial aid program options, eligibility requirements, completion of necessary paperwork, and the responsibilities accompanying loans, grants, and scholarships.
  • Cooperate with fellow financial aid advisors, supervisors, and administrators within the department to ensure aid delivery to students without delays.
  • Answer students' and parent's questions and concerns in person and over the phone.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Developmental Biology

California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
05.2020

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Oral communication
  • MS Office
  • Patience and Empathy

Certification

  • EU 2017/745 Medical Device Regulation, TUV SUD - November 2023.
  • Patient Experience and Pre-Licensed Clinical Care, COPE Health Scholars - November 2019-July 2019.

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Elementary

Timeline

RA Associate

TruAbutment Inc.
10.2024 - Current

Lab Assistant

Tel Aviv University- George S. Wise Faculty of Life Sciences
06.2022 - 08.2022

Tutor

Inner Circle Education Center
09.2021 - 05.2023

AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and Anatomy Tutor

Young Scholars Institute
02.2021 - 02.2023

Tutor

California State University Fullerton Auxiliary Services
01.2020 - 05.2020

Volunteer

Flying Samaritans
10.2019 - Current

Cope Scholar

Cope Health Scholar, UCLA Cope Health Solutions
11.2017 - 09.2019

Financial Aid Student Advisor

Cypress College
12.2016 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Developmental Biology

California State University, Fullerton
Rawa Abukhalaf