Vedika Basavatia
Pelham,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Background in investigating cognitive, clinical, and cellular neuroscience research.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Orientation Leader
Student Experience and Engagement
08.2022
- Volunteered to serve as peer mentor for 20 first-year students during orientation week
- Worked with department administrators to successfully run orientation programs
- Led daily meetings with orientation group to foster community and ease transition to college
- Organized group outings and maintained daily communication to make new students feel welcome
Neuroscience Lab Teaching Assistant
Neuroscience And Behavior Department
09.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students during weekly 4 hour lab sessions, leading to improved performance and increased confidence.
- Enhanced student understanding of lab concepts by providing clear explanations during weekly student hour.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive and organized learning environment.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
Clinical Research Assistant
Columbia University Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Prepared undergraduate thesis under the mentorship of Movement Disorders specialist by conducting thorough data analysis.
- Created study database, ensuring accurate data entry, storage, and retrieval for analysis purposes.
- Conducted literature reviews to inform study design and enhance understanding of current trends in clinical research.
- Assisted with research protocol development.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate care coordination during their participation in investigator-led studies within the Movement Disorders Division.
Co-Captain
Columbia Taal
01.2022 - Current
- Lead 2 hour dance rehearsals 3 times a week for a 17 person team
- Collaborate with an 8-person executive board at weekly meetings to coordinate finances, publicity, and communications
- Maintain team schedule, attendance, and performance opportunities
- Managed logistics for Spring 2022 and 2023 showcases involving 7 dance teams
Co-President
Barnard Bookworms
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with a 7-person team to organize bi-monthly meetings and club events
- Oversee publicity and finance tasks related to recruitment and club events
- Serve as a peer mentor for younger members of the club
Crew Captain
Student Experience and Engagement
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance to incoming Orientation Leaders for the 2023 Barnard New Student Orientation Program
- Facilitated orientation activities for incoming students across night, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Adapted to daily changes in staffing demands, taking on additional responsibilities to ensure a memorable orientation experience for new students
Co-Lead
Wave Learning Festival
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with the 6-person Curricular Support team to run online tutoring services in twice weekly meetings
- Conducted interviews to recruit tutors and new team members
- Created presentations to onboard tutors
- Presented at biannual organization-wide town halls providing updates to the tutoring program
- Organized team-building activities for the tutor and student communities
- Oversaw annual tutoring calendar and conducted check-ins with tutors
Global Scholars Program
Columbia University and Paris Brain Institute
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Proposed and piloted independent research project at the Paris Brain Institute
- Contributed to review of classmates research proposal review in 11-student seminar class
- Translated an experiment task to English from French for Principal Investigator's project
- Analyzed cognitive neuroscience literature as part of daily classwork
- Presented on study development at the conclusion of 6-week program
Lay Review Editor
Gray Matters Columbia University
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Edited a rotating collection of interdisciplinary neuroscience articles for accessibility for the publication’s first and third issues
- Collaborated within a 5-person team to incorporate edits in weekly meetings
- Provided and reviewed concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to enhance article access to align with the publication's mission
Committee Chair
CMUNCE
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Created Model UN committee narrative and structure for high school students
- Wrote and edited background guide for committee in collaboration with committee partner
- Chaired a four day virtual conference with 25 students in January
Camp Counselor
Camp Cares
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked with 20 children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels daily for a 6 week camp
- Enhanced camper experience by organizing and leading STEM and wellness activities tailored to various age groups.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching camp-wide learning activities for campers.
Tutor and Babysitter
DaniLee's Helping Hands
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Managed 2-6 elementary school students 4 times a week throughout the summer
- Oversaw virtual learning for 3-4 students weekly from September to January
- Adapted supplemental activities to the learning style of each student
- Maintained and taught code of conduct expectations to incoming high school students
Research Assistant
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Researched alongside a neuroscience PhD student to learn relevant wet-lab techniques and background
- Analyzed neuroscience data and literature
- Collaborated with peers in the Science Research program to draft and refine presentations and scientific papers
- Presented the research process and findings at competitive poster and powerpoint sessions
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience And Behavior
Barnard College of Columbia University
New York, NY05.2024
High School Diploma -
Pelham Memorial High School
01.2020
Skills
- Scientific Writing
- Calm and Patient Demeanor
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Data Collection
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- MatLab
- Team Collaboration
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Neuroscience Lab Teaching Assistant
Neuroscience And Behavior Department
09.2023 - Current
Crew Captain
Student Experience and Engagement
08.2023 - 09.2023
Clinical Research Assistant
Columbia University Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Orientation Leader
Student Experience and Engagement
08.2022
Global Scholars Program
Columbia University and Paris Brain Institute
06.2022 - 07.2022
Co-Captain
Columbia Taal
01.2022 - Current
Co-President
Barnard Bookworms
01.2022 - Current
Committee Chair
CMUNCE
09.2021 - 01.2022
Camp Counselor
Camp Cares
07.2021 - 08.2021
Co-Lead
Wave Learning Festival
06.2021 - 11.2022
Lay Review Editor
Gray Matters Columbia University
01.2021 - 05.2022
Tutor and Babysitter
DaniLee's Helping Hands
06.2020 - 08.2020
Research Assistant
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
06.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience And Behavior
Barnard College of Columbia University
High School Diploma -
Pelham Memorial High School
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