Xin Cen
4663 132nd Ave SE Bellevue,WA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Researcher
Kerr Lab
University Of Washington
01.2024 - Current
- Discuss, plan, execute, and resolve challenges associated with experimental research in the fields of ecology and evolution
- Explore the evolution of conjugation rate relates to plasmid persistence and bacterial host fitness
- Reading and discussing relevant research papers to stay in line of current advancements in the field.
Peer Facilitator
Kerr Lab
University Of Washington
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Provide guidance and oversight to students in laboratory settings
- Culture bacteria, following safety procedures and utilizing sterile techniques.
- Supervising TAs and other PFs on tasks completion.
- Note-taking for PI in lab meeting.
Entomology Collector & Supplier
Self-employed
Bellevue, WA
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained and supplied 3000+ specimens while ensuring ethical practices in specimen acquisition and distribution.
- Conservation and protection of 2 endangered species with independent projects and partnership with breeders.
Band Section Leader
Newport High School Marching Band
Bellevue, WA
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Implementing team-building activities to enhance cooperation within section of 30+ students.
- Conducting regular meetings with section members to discuss plans, practice instruments, and bonding events.
Citizen Scientist
Ebirder
Washington State
02.2023 - Current
- Documented 125+ bird species with 100+ checklists in WA 2023 alone.
- Ranked top 800 Ebirder in WA in 2023.
Private Tutor
Self-employed
Bellevue, WA
02.2022 - Current
- Collaborating with parents and student to address specific academic needs and goals.
- Tutoring many subjects such as algebra, biology, english for 500+ hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newport High School
Bellevue, WA06.2022
Skills
- Leadership
- Event Planning
- Teamwork
- Background in Molecular Biology
- Basic Biology Lab Techniques
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Awards
- Dean's List - Fall 2022 to Fall 2023
Timeline
Undergraduate Researcher
Kerr Lab
01.2024 - Current
Peer Facilitator
Kerr Lab
09.2023 - 12.2023
Citizen Scientist
Ebirder
02.2023 - Current
Private Tutor
Self-employed
02.2022 - Current
Entomology Collector & Supplier
Self-employed
08.2021 - Current
Band Section Leader
Newport High School Marching Band
08.2020 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Newport High School