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Yolanda Rush

Newark,United States

Summary

Aspiring forensic scientist with a strong academic foundation in forensic methodologies, laboratory analysis, and crime scene investigation. Adept at evidence processing, data interpretation, and technical report writing. Passionate about applying forensic science principles in real-world investigations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Document Processor

Citibank
03.2025 - Current
  • Provided assistance with inbound and outbound document processes, document sorting, logging, and work order creation.
  • Worked with internal staff to process documents and sent for closing.
  • Assisted in continuous improvement activities while developing and maintaining resulting documents.
  • Created and maintained user accounts and properly routed documents for approval and training.

Research Assistant

Lawal Lab
01.2021 - 12.2024
  • Provides support for research projects by conducting literature searches, data management, and maintaining files for project Researchers
  • Familiar with APA formatting and referencing
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Student Teacher

William C. Lewis Dual Language Elementary School
10.2018 - 12.2022
  • Provides support to the teacher to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment
  • Assists the teacher in planning and preparation for STEM activities; aids instructional efforts of the teacher
  • Assists the teacher in preparing STEM based lesson outlines, plans, and curricula in assigned areas

Independent Researcher

Donlea Lab
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Research Assistant for a faculty member's research, helping with data collection, data cleaning, analysis, literature review, and other projects to help understand the research process
  • Demonstrates strong understanding of laboratory protocols and safety regulations in a laboratory environment

Pre-med Volunteer

Dayton Family Clinic
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Observed the pediatric doctor's engagement with pediatric patients and their care through understanding the patient's needs and wanting to provide the best treatment possible
  • Provided support by helping the staff, checking patients' temperatures for any symptoms of Covid-19, providing a clean, sterilized environment, etc

Education

Master of Science - Forensic Science

Stevenson University
Stevenson, MD
05-2026

Bachelors of Science - Forensic Biology

Delaware State University
Dover, DE
05.2023

Skills

  • Evidence collection & documentation
  • Laboratory analysis techniques
  • Data interpretation & reporting
  • Critical thinking & problem-solving
  • Chain of custody procedures
  • Research & technical writing

Accomplishments

  • First Place Award for Best Poster, 08/01/22, University of California, Los Angeles, Awarded for conducting collaborative research with Lawal and Donlea Lab and presenting research at the Society of Neuroscience.
  • UC HBCU Pathways Fellowship, 08/01/22, University of California, Los Angeles, Awarded a fellowship for work conducted during research at UCLA.

Timeline

Document Processor

Citibank
03.2025 - Current

Independent Researcher

Donlea Lab
06.2022 - 08.2022

Research Assistant

Lawal Lab
01.2021 - 12.2024

Pre-med Volunteer

Dayton Family Clinic
06.2020 - 08.2020

Student Teacher

William C. Lewis Dual Language Elementary School
10.2018 - 12.2022

Master of Science - Forensic Science

Stevenson University

Bachelors of Science - Forensic Biology

Delaware State University
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