Samuel W. Bishton
Summary
Motivated student currently working towards degree in Biochemistry. Extensive background in investigating antimicrobial research. Dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of South Carolina
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced research outcomes by conducting thorough literature reviews and data analysis.
- Contributed to the completion of multiple research projects, managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
- Developing next generation antimicrobial polymers for use against antibiotic resistance.
- Supported faculty researchers, assisting with experiment design and implementation.
- Skilled in writing and analyzing processional lab reports
Self employed Solar Salesmen
Top Tier Solar Solutions
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed my own time and work schedule
- Traveled throughout the state setting appointments
- Met with homeowners to set up appraisals
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
Employee and Supervisor
Gamecock Moving
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Moved into a supervisory position after two months of employment
- Used interpersonal skills to work with customers
- Assisted with and made suggestions to minimize risk for employees
- Supervised moves for important clients
- Early days and long hours
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
- Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
- Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
- Exceeded performance metrics consistently, earning recognition as a top performer within the team.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to new hires, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
- Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
Owner
Sam's Pressure Washing and Landscaping
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed daily pressure washing jobs
- My attention to detail was noted by all my customers which resulted in them often paying me extra for the jobs
- Market my business through flyers and word of mouth as well as social media
- Managed two long term landscaping jobs the entire summer
- Built a deck for a customer
- Managed money and machinery
- Maintained the tools and machinery
Online Internship
BRAINterns Summer Internship
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Took part in daily four hour zoom meetings
- Meetings included going on rounds with the doctors
- Studied anatomy and physiology
- Watched and learned about cutting-edge procedures and research in various medical fields
- Interacted with and was taught by some of the best medical professionals in the field
Intern
Prisma Health Baptist Internship
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Aided in processing patients into Pre-op and out of post-op
- Worked with the Clinical Engineering department
- Learned about functions of various hospital machines and also assisted with maintenance of machinery
- Worked with the Radiology department and learned various aspects of how the machines in this department operate
- Shadowed multiple procedures and watched the head of the Cardiothoracic Surgery Department perform a procedure
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of South Carolina Honors College- School of Arts And Sciences
Columbia, SC05.2025
Skills
- Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
- Research Design
- Laboratory Testing
- Experiment Development
- Literature Reviews
- Grant Writing
- Data Compiling
- Data Analysis
- Researching Skills
- Running Experiments
- Research Reporting
- Understanding of Biochemistry
Involvement
- Pancakes for Parkinson's
- Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity
- Neuroscience Club
- American Chemical Society
Computer
XPS 13 9310
Hobbies and Interests
- Researching about topics related to my major and minor
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Weightlifting
- Camping
- Fishing
Additional Information
Brother at Large for Alpha Epsilon Pi, Gamma Chi. I manage a budget of $4,000 for planning fraternity events. . I'm responsible for talking to all of the brothers in order to make sure the actions of the fraternity represent what they wish to see. I assist the fraternity executive board manage over $100,000 for use in events throughout the year. I also assist the executive board maintain good standing with the school and local community.
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of South Carolina
07.2023 - Current
Self employed Solar Salesmen
Top Tier Solar Solutions
05.2023 - 08.2023
Employee and Supervisor
Gamecock Moving
05.2022 - 12.2022
Owner
Sam's Pressure Washing and Landscaping
05.2021 - 08.2021
Online Internship
BRAINterns Summer Internship
05.2020 - 08.2020
Intern
Prisma Health Baptist Internship
05.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of South Carolina Honors College- School of Arts And Sciences
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