Scottland Cooper
Biloxi,USA
Summary
Current college student with enthusiasm for healthcare and research in biotechnology. Versatile, possessing excellent communication, problem-solving, team coordination, and organization skills. Adept at developing and implementing strategies to improve efficiency and talented at offering superior service and working in a team environment. Self-motivated and goal-oriented collaborative leader with a commitment to excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
Whiddon College of Medicine
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Authored professional scientific papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Applied research techniques to determine effectiveness of pneumatics-based pipetting.
- Created a proof-of-principle mechanical invention
- Worked independently to research and solve technical issues.
- Built research documents and project templates in collaboration with supervisors, brainstorming research structures and approaches.
Vice President & Scholarship Chairman
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity
11.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with executive officers to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate members and build competent committees.
- Established and directed successful programs focused on academic proficiency and excellence.
- Cultivated fraternity-wide culture of achievement and collaboration.
Fundraising Coordinator
Alpha Epsilon Delta, Pre-Medical Honor Society
08.2024 - Current
- Supported cash flow management by developing projections for annual donations, sales and grants.
- Worked with fundraising team and treasurer on development and delivery of creative campaigns to support fundraising activities.
- Obtained sponsorships and funding through various local businesses.
Retreat Director & Ambassador
Honors College
06.2024 - Current
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for Honors College staff and students.
- Assisted with meeting and event planning activities.
- Maintained calendars of events and assisted in event planning.
- Mentored students to increase satisfaction and help engage in campus life.
- Interacted with university and prospective students and parents during tours and student visit days, answering questions, and providing insight.
Tutor
BELONG
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with students without English-speaking parents to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Clinical Shadowing
Merit Health
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Observed physician-patient interactions to gain insight into the practice of medicine
- Evaluated health histories, vital signs, lab results, and other data to identify potential issues or concerns
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling protected health information
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures
- Developed strong communication skills with both healthcare professionals and patients
- Actively sought feedback from physicians on best practices for shadowing
- Assisted with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments or ordering supplies
- Interpreted diagnostic images such as x-rays, CT scans and MRI's for further evaluation by a physician
Waiter Assistant
Sumrall Restaurants
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies, cleaning work areas and setting up the dining room for next day's business
- Successfully handled large parties or groups of diners simultaneously in a fast paced environment
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guest needs and responding promptly to requests
- Ensured tables were properly set up before seating guests and cleared promptly after meal completion
- Supported other servers, running food and refilling beverages to meet team goals
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills while managing multiple tasks effectively at once
New Life Support Team
New Life Family Church
12.2015 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills by communicating with church members in a professional manner and providing information about upcoming events
- Developed and maintained relationships with community partners to support outreach efforts
- Coordinated volunteer teams for various church projects, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and within budget
- Assisted in organizing community outreach activities such as food drives, blood donations and fundraising campaigns
- Managed collections during services, ensuring proper accounting of all funds received
- Collaborated with pastors and other staff members to implement new programs to improve the spiritual lives of the congregation
- Helped organize and lead mission trips to local and international communities
- Put church bulletins and notifications in envelopes to distribute to congregation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of South Alabama
05.2027
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Energetic and Enthusiastic
- Team Collaboration
- Health Care Involvement
- Attention to Detail
- Open-Minded
- Event Planning
- Tutoring and Student Assistance
- Time Management
Certification
CPR and First-Aid Certified, American Heart Association, 2022
Community Service
New Life Support Team, Biloxi, MS, 12/01/15, 05/31/22, Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills by communicating with church members in a professional manner and providing information about upcoming events., Developed and maintained relationships with community partners to support outreach efforts., Coordinated volunteer teams for various church projects, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and within budget., Assisted in organizing community outreach activities such as food drives, blood donations and fundraising campaigns., Managed collections during services, ensuring proper accounting of all funds received., Collaborated with pastors and other staff members to implement new programs to improve the spiritual lives of the congregation., Helped organize and lead mission trips to local and international communities., Put church bulletins and notifications in envelopes to distribute to congregation.
Timeline
Fundraising Coordinator
Alpha Epsilon Delta, Pre-Medical Honor Society
08.2024 - Current
Retreat Director & Ambassador
Honors College
06.2024 - Current
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
Whiddon College of Medicine
05.2024 - 10.2024
Vice President & Scholarship Chairman
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity
11.2023 - Current
Tutor
BELONG
10.2023 - Current
Clinical Shadowing
Merit Health
10.2021 - 04.2023
Waiter Assistant
Sumrall Restaurants
08.2021 - 02.2023
New Life Support Team
New Life Family Church
12.2015 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of South Alabama
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