Sarah Cao
Boston,MA
Summary
Results-driven student researcher with proven skills in scientific writing and project management. Designed and executed a psychological experiment. Showing a strong organizational ability and a proactive attitude to learning.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Researcher
Worldshaper
Hangzhou, China
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Led team of 15 to conduct experiments to increase production of vitamin B2 in wheat; delegated tasks & mediated conflict; competed against 400 teams and achieved gold medal
- Assisted in data collection through surveys and experiments, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
- Maintained organized records of research activities, contributing to project transparency and compliance.
Researcher
Shenzhen, China
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Designed and executed an original psychological experiment (N=38) investigating the “Google Effect” on memory, with results in a formal paper
- Demonstrated scientific writing skills by completing academically-structured research paper, included all standard sections and critical reflection on the study's limitations.
Volunteer
Shenzhen Red Cross Organization
Shenzhen, China
09.2022 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with staff to plan and execute concert to raise money for special education school.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities in special education school.
- Planned and ran gift exchanges at New Year & free-hug activities during Gaokao exams.
- Assisted kindergarten teacher to teach students Chinese reading and writing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech, Language And Hearing Science
Boston University
Boston, Massachusetts, MA05-2029
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Organized and efficient
- Team collaboration
- Proactive learning
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Professional Working
Interests
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Seeking admission to the accelerated Bachelor’s-to-Master’s program at Boston University
Timeline
Researcher
05.2024 - 01.2025
Student Researcher
Worldshaper
01.2023 - 11.2023
Volunteer
Shenzhen Red Cross Organization
09.2022 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Speech, Language And Hearing Science
Boston University