- Conducting and participating in research
- Supporting STEM education and mentorship programs
- Women's health advocacy
- Graphic Design
Sacha Balkis
Gainesville,FL
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science Fair Participant
Broward County Science Fair
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted a 6-month research project on using moss as a roofing thermo-regulator, analyzing its effects on insulation, roof color, and energy efficiency.
- Analyzed data to identify applications for sustainable building practices.
"Sweet Dreams" Volunteer
Cleveland Clinic Florida
12 Hours Per Week
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, improving overall hospital experience during difficult situations.
- Assisted patients with daily needs by delivering supplies and responding to call lights in a timely manner.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff when needed.
Behavioral Neuroscience Program
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Designed and conducted experiments to test hypotheses and analyze results.
- Gained hands-on experience with CRISPR techniques and bacterial culture handling.
Co-Head of Science Research Subcommittee
Science National Honors Society Officer
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Organized the annual science fair, supporting students in developing and presenting research projects.
- Increased member engagement through workshops, meetings, and guest speaker events.
- Launched career-focused workshops to prepare seniors for STEM opportunities.
Club Member
Chemistry Club
Gainesville, FL
09.2025 - 12.2026
- Led hands-on science demonstrations for K–8 students at local schools.
- Reinforced classroom concepts through interactive experiments.
- Encouraged student interest in STEM through engaging activities.
Medical Assistant
ChenMed
Tamarac, Fl
04.2026 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient intake, including vital signs and medical histories.
- Supported minor procedures and documented patient information in EMR systems.
- Coordinated patient flow, scheduling, and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2029
High School Diploma -
Cypress Bay High School
Weston, FL06-2025
Certification
- CPR and AED
- Stop the Bleed
- Microsoft Office Specialist: PowerPoint Associate
Interests
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Assistant
ChenMed
04.2026 - Current
Club Member
Chemistry Club
09.2025 - 12.2026
Co-Head of Science Research Subcommittee
Science National Honors Society Officer
08.2024 - 06.2025
Science Fair Participant
Broward County Science Fair
08.2023 - 12.2023
"Sweet Dreams" Volunteer
Cleveland Clinic Florida
06.2023 - 08.2023
Behavioral Neuroscience Program
Nova Southeastern University
06.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Florida
High School Diploma -
Cypress Bay High School