Overview
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Seth Gershfeld

Simi Valley,CA

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Dr. Mark D'Esposito, Ian Ballard (UC Berkeley)
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in neuroscience laboratory settings.
  • Completed assignments and assessments to gain partial certification to operate functional MRI (fMRI) and TMS machinery.
  • Scheduled sessions to train less-experienced undergraduates to safely and efficiently use TMS equipment.

Research Assistant

Dr. Ioannis Pappas (USC Keck School Of Medicine)
10.2022 - Current
  • Neuroscience-related medical research with emphasis on data analysis and harmonization and collaboration with data providers.
  • Create mathematical models to best interpret and express blood-based biomarker data on various cognitive statuses ranging from cognitively unimpaired to Alzheimer's Dementia with focus on disease progression, prediction and pathology.
  • Perform research on confounding or correlated variables implicated in disease progression, such as presence of specific plasma biomarkers, gene allele types and general demographic data.
  • Perform statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis on a range of biological, cognitive and demographic data.
  • Work both independently and collaboratively in a rigorous laboratory environment.

Tutor

Private Tutor, Virtual And In Person
12.2016 - Current
  • Collaborate with students to complete homework assignments and projects, in addition to providing thorough exam preparation.
  • Identify gaps in understanding of key concepts and remedying these through individually-tailored explanations and practice content.
  • Support students through stressful exams or assessments by providing a practical psychological framework within which to operate during time-sensitive and content-rich assignments.
  • Improve test scores and overall grades substantially in pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, chemistry and English literature (almost always increase final grades by two letter grades, regardless of subject matter)

Hospital Volunteer

Pam Egendorfer
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Provided patients with comfort items and a lending ear.
  • Communicated vital information between patients and medical staff
  • Used my Russian competency to translate for Russian-speaking non-English speakers.

Recreational Therapy Aide

Mission Community Hospital
06.2025 - Current
  • Lead impatient psychological counseling groups for psychotic, suicidal and gravely disabled patients
  • Communicate patient information with nurses and psychiatrists in treatment team meetings.
  • Set up one-to-one sessions with patients who need it.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Pure Mathematics, Premedical Studies

University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
05.2022

William Howard Taft Charter High School
Woodland Hills, CA
06.2018

Skills

  • Strongly Competent in Individual and Collaborative Work and Research Settings
  • Extensive experience in healthcare shadowing and assisting positions
  • Rigorous Background in Applied and Abstract Mathematics (Calculus, Discrete Math, Abstract and Linear Algebra, Geometry, Differential Equations, Number Theory, Set Theory, Real and Complex Analysis)
  • Strong Background in Natural and Social Sciences: Mechanical and Electromagnetic Physics, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Psychology, Sociology
  • Strong Verbal and Written Communicator (Group and Individual Discussion, Grammar, Persuasive Writing, Textual Analysis, Proofreading)
  • Research Experience with Emphasis on Data Acquisition and Analysis
  • Adaptive Learner Who Quickly Masters New Skills in Various Disciplines and Settings
  • Motivated by Constructive Criticism and High Expectations

Accomplishments

  • 4.6 Weighted High School GPA
  • 3.77 UC Berkeley Undergraduate GPA
  • 1490 SAT- 99th Percentile
  • Alzheimer’s & Dementia Publication (2023)
  • Completed the Sober College School of Addiction Studies

Passions

Weightlifting, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Swimming, Hiking, Camping, Nature, Bouldering, Music, Reading, Philosophy, Psychology, Mathematics, Personal Development

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Professional Working

Timeline

Recreational Therapy Aide

Mission Community Hospital
06.2025 - Current

Hospital Volunteer

Pam Egendorfer
04.2023 - 10.2023

Research Assistant

Dr. Ioannis Pappas (USC Keck School Of Medicine)
10.2022 - Current

Research Assistant

Dr. Mark D'Esposito, Ian Ballard (UC Berkeley)
07.2021 - 07.2022

Tutor

Private Tutor, Virtual And In Person
12.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Pure Mathematics, Premedical Studies

University of California, Berkeley

William Howard Taft Charter High School
Seth Gershfeld