Sean Strand
Johnston,Iowa
Summary
Dynamic and results-orientated professional with experience in laboratory research in Dr. Tootle's lab at the University of Iowa. Developed scientific writing skills improving my written and verbal communication skills. Medically focused individual with a passion for helping people. Expert in upselling strategies in the restaurant business, demonstrated by training new server trainees and being the statistically best server by sales. Balanced school and work simultaneously since 14 years old with organization and time management skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Tootle Lab University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
01.2025 - Current
- Test the effects of aspirin at the cellular level by identifying prostaglandins stimulated by the medicine.
- I will be presenting and writing a thesis on my work in later semesters.
https://tootlelab.com/
Undergraduate Volunteer
American Cancer Society
Iowa City, IA
01.2025 - Current
- Provide empathetic care towards cancer patients, such as driving them to chemotherapy appointments, helping them navigate cancer treatment technology, or giving them someone to talk to.
- Volunteering located at the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Treatment Center.
Certified Server Trainer
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
West Des Moines, IA
05.2024 - Current
Established a meaningful connection with guests while upselling drinks, food items, and add-on food items. Covered large table sections with up to 25 guests being served at once. I taught new server trainees the art of upselling at Firebirds, and professionalism with tables.
Server
Smash Park
West Des Moines, IA
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Served guests, and upsold food and drink items.
- Covered large sections with parties of 100 or more people while directing fellow servers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology - Honors
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA - GPA 3.7 12-2026
Entrepreneurial Management Certification
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA - GPA 3.712-2026
High School Diploma -
Johnston High School
Johnston, IA - GPA 3.9 05-2023
Skills
- Upselling strategy
- Sales
- Team leadership
- Laboratory research
- Scientific writing
- Written and verbal communication
- CPR/AED certified
Affiliations
- State Qualifying Varsity Athlete in Football and Track and Field at Johnston High School
- Honors Biology Student
Accomplishments
- University of Iowa Dean's List Fall 2023, Spring 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Tootle Lab University of Iowa
01.2025 - Current
Undergraduate Volunteer
American Cancer Society
01.2025 - Current
Certified Server Trainer
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
05.2024 - Current
Server
Smash Park
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Biology - Honors
University of Iowa
Entrepreneurial Management Certification
University of Iowa
High School Diploma -
Johnston High School
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