Thomas (TJ) Winston, Jr.
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Graduate student in the health sciences with a strong foundation in laboratory practices and research methodologies. Skilled in data analysis, with healthcare system and public health experience. Known for teamwork as a high achieving student athlete.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Health Research Assistant
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
05.2026 - Current
- Studying UV disinfection as a control method for avian influenza-related viral contamination, using bacteriophages to model virus behavior and evaluate disinfection effectiveness.
- Gained experience connecting laboratory-based microbiology research to broader public health goals.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research and strengthen data collection methods.
- Analyzed experimental data using statistical software to ensure accuracy in research findings.
- Collaborated with faculty and graduate students on various research initiatives, fostering effective teamwork.
Coursework Research
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Worked in groups to design and execute an experiment investigating the effects of aloe vera on HeLa cells and how they influenced apoptosis.
- Studied the AMD1 gene in yeast cells to see if high temperatures and increased metal concentrations had any effect on cell growth. This was possible by using a CRISPR/Cas9 system
Immunology Research Intern
Fairbanks School of Public Health
Indianapolis, IN
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Investigated transcriptional regulation of T helper cells and their role in inflammatory immune responses.
- Supported translational research utilizing mouse models and human biological samples to evaluate mechanisms of immune-mediated disease.
- Assisted infectious disease research with cell cultures, DNA extraction, and genotyping.
Corporate Intern
PROMEDICA
Toledo, OH
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Shadowing of corporate department managers and hospital directors at a mission-driven, not-for-profit healthcare company focused on improving the health and well-being of people.
- Contributed to an IMS consulting workshop with 30+ nurses focused on reducing hospital length of stay.
- Volunteered weekly at ProMedica Food Clinic, addressing social determinants of health through food access support.
- Observed knee replacement surgery at Wildwood Orthopedic and Spine Hospital.
Education
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology and Environmental Health
Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Healthcare Administration
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN05-2025
Skills
- Spanish (Intermediate)
- Rstudio (programming for statistics and graphs)
- Laboratory Skills
- Flexible and adaptable
BIOLOGY RESEARCH
Butler University | Indianapolis, IN Fall 2021-2025
- Completed capstone research on "Airway Microbiome and Its Effects on Asthma", analyzed epidemiological methods and presented findings.
- Investigated effects of aloe vera on HeLa cell apoptosis and studied AMD1 gene in yeast via CRISPR/Cas9 to examine high-temperature and metal concentration effects on cell growth.
Timeline
Environmental Health Research Assistant
Indiana University Bloomington
05.2026 - Current
Immunology Research Intern
Fairbanks School of Public Health
05.2024 - 07.2024
Corporate Intern
PROMEDICA
05.2022 - 07.2022
Coursework Research
Butler University
01.2022 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Healthcare Administration
Butler University
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology and Environmental Health
Indiana University School of Public Health-Bloomington