Shunkai Zhao
Medford,MA
Summary
Motivated student currently working towards degree in Biopsychology. Detail-oriented Research Assistant with hands-on experience performing clerical and laboratory work to advance research goals. Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Tufts University
2021.05 - 2021.08
- Completed over 10 RNA-sequencing tests on female mice, recorded findings in molecular mechanisms for alcohol intake and reported them to supervisors.
- Performed statistical and quantitative analysis on DEG data.
- Reviewed publications and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
Research Assistant
Tufts University
2020.12 - 2021.02
- Investigated initiation, growth, and morphogenesis of organs and tissues in alpine species.
- Recorded experimental procedures in laboratory notebook to help develop protocols for alpine botanical studies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biopsychology; Minor in Food & Nutrition
Tufts University
Medford, MA05.2024
Skills
- Research and Analysis
- Lab Operations
- Data Communications
- Workflow Planning
- Project Presentations
- Collaborative Leadership
- Instructional Techniques
- Event Planning
Leadership
Event Coordinator, Pre-Medical Society, 01/2020 to 05/2021
Tufts University - Medford, MA
- Moderated weekly meetings and activities by keeping track of time, taking notes, and announcing agenda items
- Helped organize speaker series by researching and contacting medical school professors, admission specialists, and students
- Assisted building mentorship program
President, Full Sound Vocal Group, 09/2019 to present
Tufts University - Medford, MA
- Managed and participated in an Asian culture and heritage A Capella group
- Coordinated weekly rehearsals and meetings
- Performed in various campus and community events
Volunteering
Hospital Volunteer, Massachusetts General Hospital
- Delivered efficient assistance to nurses and other medical providers
- Assisted various patients in daily activities, and provided communication and mental support when or where permitted
Community Volunteer, Greater Boston Chinese Golden Age Center
- Assisted elderly people with activities, health, and diet
- Planned and participated over 5 community performance events and amusement programs
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Hobbies
Fitness, Beatbox
Timeline
Research Assistant
Tufts University
2021.05 - 2021.08
Research Assistant
Tufts University
2020.12 - 2021.02
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biopsychology; Minor in Food & Nutrition
Tufts University
Similar Profiles
Liliana BoekhoutLiliana Boekhout
Research Assistant at Tufts UniversityResearch Assistant at Tufts University
Krista PierceKrista Pierce
Associate Director of Due Diligence Research at Tufts UniversityAssociate Director of Due Diligence Research at Tufts University
Liyang LuoLiyang Luo
Research Assistant at Tufts UniversityResearch Assistant at Tufts University