Shiv Mrityun Jayan Sreekanth
New Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented and research-driven recent graduate with a dual major in Cell Biology & Neuroscience and Psychology, and a minor in Health and Society. Equipped with hands-on experience in both cancer biology and behavioral health research, including participant-centered studies on cardiovascular health in college populations. Proficient in laboratory techniques including cell culturing, PCR, and DNA/RNA isolation, alongside technical skills in Microsoft Suite, GraphPad Prism Pro, SPSS, and Adobe Photoshop. Passionate about the intersection of healthcare and psychology, with a drive for leveraging technology and AI to enhance healthcare, seeking research or consulting roles that combine scientific expertise with a focus on human health outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Department of Physics and Astronomy
New Brunswick, New Jersey
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Facilitated laboratory sessions for over 150 students, ensuring comprehension of experimental procedures and safety protocols.
- Supported grading and feedback processes for assignments, exams, and lab reports.
- Instructed students individually and in groups to reinforce understanding of challenging concepts.
Research Assistant
Rutgers Sleep Lab and Cardiac Neuroscience Lab
New Brunswick, USA
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Facilitated weekly follow-up sessions with over 100 study participants for data collection and debriefing.
- Compiled and analyzed data utilizing MS Excel, SPSS, Philips Actiware, and Respironics.
- Defended honors capstone thesis on relationship between physical activity and anxiety symptoms in college students.
- Presented research project at Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference of American College of Sports Medicine, achieving 2nd place.
- Obtained CITI certification in social, behavioral, epidemiological, and human research.
Research Assistant
Zheng Lab
New Brunswick, USA
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Engaged in extensive data mining and data analysis of proteomic and mRNA data bases to identify the relationship between mTOR, AR, and oncogenesis.
- Visualized and presented findings by generating plots and graphs on GraphPad Prism software.
- Utilized various laboratory techniques to support theoretical findings with experimental data.
Research Assistant
ICREST International Stem Cell Services
Bangalore, IND
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Conducted research trials as a part of the ongoing developmental phase of a CAM herbal drug to treat cancer.
- Learned and honed practical laboratory techniques such as DNA extraction, RNA isolation, PCR, and gel electrophoresis.
- Research Paper published in the Journal of Emerging Investigators. June 2023. https://doi.org/10.59720/22-089
Research Assistant
Abraira Lab
New Brunswick, USA
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Performed 80 hours of data analysis involving mice models, as part of a four-week internship.
- Will receive collaborative authorship on the upcoming publication of the research project for my contributions during the internship.
Research Assistant
Research Discovery
Virtual
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Worked with Dr Guraraj Rao, a leading neuroscientist and director of International Stem Cell Services to gain knowledge in cell biology, cancer biology and neuroscience.
- Conducted extensive secondary research and literature review and authored a 3000-word research paper on 'Stem cell therapy: a treatment strategy for traumatic brain injury.' Research paper.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cell Biology and Neuroscience and Psychology; Double Minors in Health and Society and Cognitive Science
The Honors College At Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2025
Greenwood High International School
Bangalore, IND05-2021
Skills
- Cell Passaging
- PCR
- DNA Extraction
- RNA Isolation
- Gel Electrophoresis
- DNA Fragmentation
- Microsoft Suite
- GraphPad Prism Pro
- Data analysis
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Presentation skills
- Time management
- Problem-solving
Certifications And Training
- Vital Signs: What the body is telling us, 6-week course, Coursera
- Introductory Human Physiology, 10-week course, Coursera
- Case Studies on Personalized Medicine, 6-week course, Coursera
- Understanding the Brain: Neurobiology of Everyday Life, 10-week course, Coursera
- Anatomy of Chest, Abdomen, and Pelvis, 4-week course, Coursera
Affiliations
- Drums, Swimming, Animation (VFX), Chess
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Tamil
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Research Assistant
Zheng Lab
09.2023 - 09.2024
Research Assistant
Abraira Lab
03.2023 - 03.2023
Teaching Assistant
Department of Physics and Astronomy
01.2023 - 05.2025
Research Assistant
Rutgers Sleep Lab and Cardiac Neuroscience Lab
09.2022 - 05.2025
Research Assistant
ICREST International Stem Cell Services
09.2020 - 08.2023
Research Assistant
Research Discovery
07.2020 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Cell Biology and Neuroscience and Psychology; Double Minors in Health and Society and Cognitive Science
The Honors College At Rutgers University
Greenwood High International School
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