Ryan McCann
Farmingdale,NY
Summary
Experienced researcher with strong analytical and statistical skills and an ability to lead and collaborate with a team that incorporates multiple viewpoints. Knowledgeable in presenting research goals, methods, and conclusions in both writing and oral formats. Passionate about applying research to improving the quality and accessibility of medicine with a particular focus on decreasing economic barriers to innovative treatments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Golf Resort
06.2020 - 08.2024
- Interacted with customers as a seasonal bartender leading to positive reviews of the restaurant, increasing the number of customers and reported satisfaction, and resulting in the restaurant reporting the highest earnings in the resort community.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Research Assistant
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Developed LAMP (loop-mediated isothermal amplification) tests for six species of oyster pathogens.
- Collected and sequenced environmental samples to determine the presence of pathogenic organisms.
- Applied biotechnology and bioinformatics techniques to identify genes of interest and create sequences for the LAMP tests.
Research Assistant
DeSilva Paleoanthropology Lab
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Analyzed over 1,000 prehistoric footprints for potential patterns in travel of early hominids.
- Processed data into usable statistics describing travel consistency of six ancient hominids.
- Co-authored a paleoanthropology journal article.
Editor-in-Chief
Aegis Yearbook
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Oversaw the creation, publication, and sale of the 164th annual Dartmouth College yearbook.
- Conducted editorial review of the 400-page book prior to printing, including authoring the Letter from the Editors and the letter accompanying the In Memoriam section.
Photography Intern
Dartmouth College Office of Communications
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Photographed campus events, speakers, politicians, and student activities to be featured on the Dartmouth News social media at least once per month.
- Processed and edited photos and quotes from each event.
- Pursued educational activities to improve my photography skills.
EMT-Basic
Dartmouth EMS
10.2018 - 06.2022
- Led shifts an average of 14hr/week as an overnight EMT, responding to over 100 patient calls and training over 30 new EMTs.
- Treated patients and assessed need to be transported to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, a Level 1 Trauma Center.
- Performed campus-wide equipment checks and inventory regularly.
Director of Operations
Dartmouth EMS
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed the 80-member agency and supervised medical operations of all providers, reviewing and debriefing all calls.
- Assessed and voted on the promotion of each provider.
- Drafted and executed a plan for safe operations throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Research Assistant
CANLab
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed quality control review on 250 fMRI brain scans and identified errors in the AI computer-alignment of the scans.
- Engaged in educational opportunities to better understand fMRI images and command-line processing.
Research Assistant
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Investigated epithelioid hemangioendothelioma samples to determine the effectiveness of CAMTA-1 staining in diagnosis of EHE.
- Summarized findings into a first authored case study in Diagnostic Cytopathology and a co-authored paper in Journal of the American Society of Cytopathology on epithelioid hemangioendothelioma.
Education
M.D. -
Zucker School of Medicine At Hofstra/Northwell
Hempstead, NY06-2028
Master of Science - Molecular Biotechnology
Northeastern University
Boston, MA06-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH06-2022
Skills
Leadership
Teamwork
Multitasking
Clear Communication
Public Speaking
Reliability
R Studio Statistics
Biotechnology Laboratory Skills
Photography and Photo Editing
LaTeX
Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
NREMT
NYS EMT-B
ServSafe
Publications
- Heidarian, A., McCann, R., Pitman, M., & Chebib, I. (2020). Epithelioid Hemangioendothelioma in Cytology: Cytomorphology and Diagnostic Utility of CAMTA-1 Immunohistochemistry Stain. Journal of the American Society of Cytopathology, 9(6), S45. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jasc.2020.07.092
- McCann, R. A. (2024, April 19). A Study of Genetic Variation Within JC Polyomavirus and its Impacts on Disease Progression to Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy.
- McCann, R., Heidarian, A., Pitman, M. B., & Chebib, I. (2021). Epithelioid hemangioendothelioma (EHE) involving pleural effusion. Diagnostic Cytopathology, 49(2), 328–330. https://doi.org/10.1002/dc.24577
- Miller, C. K., McCann, R. A., Hatala, K. G., Musiba, C., & DeSilva, J. M. (2024). Early Hominin Movement Patterns at Laetoli, Northern Tanzania. PaleoAnthropology, 2024(1), Article 1. https://doi.org/10.48738/2024.iss1.1086
Languages
French
Elementary
Italian
Elementary
Timeline
Research Assistant
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences
07.2023 - 11.2023
Editor-in-Chief
Aegis Yearbook
09.2021 - 10.2022
Director of Operations
Dartmouth EMS
01.2021 - 03.2022
Photography Intern
Dartmouth College Office of Communications
09.2020 - 06.2022
Research Assistant
CANLab
09.2020 - 03.2021
Bartender
Boothbay Harbor Oceanside Golf Resort
06.2020 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
DeSilva Paleoanthropology Lab
01.2020 - 10.2022
Research Assistant
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2020
EMT-Basic
Dartmouth EMS
10.2018 - 06.2022
NREMT
NYS EMT-B
ServSafe
M.D. -
Zucker School of Medicine At Hofstra/Northwell
Master of Science - Molecular Biotechnology
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience
Dartmouth College
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