ZEDAN R MARTIN
Charleston
Summary
Fastidious senior-year student pursuing a Regents Bachelor of Arts Degree with leadership expertise, mentorship prowess, and biomedical research experience in cancer biology and drosophila research. Versed in working with all learning styles as well as highly adept in all aspects of public speaking, professional writing, and customer service/customer relations, with the ability to take initiative to advance goals and objectives. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and Microsoft proficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
WALGREENS PHARMACY
Charleston
12.2021 - Current
- Created new customer profiles and updated demographics, allergies, and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
- Engaged with customers and patients by offering insight into over-the-counter products and verified insurance benefits to ensure a positive customer experience.
- Performed on site Rapid Diagnostic Test and Rapid Antigen Test.
- Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
Cytology Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory Assistant Intern
LABCORP
Charleston
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Receive and sort clinical lab specimens.
- Prepare specimens for testing and analysis.
- Scan and/or data entry of specimen and patient information.
- Ensure all lab equipment is working properly and perform minor instrumentation maintenance.
- Troubleshoot any specimen related issues.
- Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safety and quality standards.
Resident Assistant
WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Institute
01.2018 - 07.2021
- Conduct weekly meetings with directors and assess and advocate resident needs; recommend solutions and strategies to improve resident care and satisfaction.
- Respond to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
- Conduct rounds of rooms and building to check on compliance and safety issues.
- Foster relationships with residents and worked with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease transition to new living environment.
President of the Student Government Association
WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Institute
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Preside at all Executive Cabinet and SGA meetings.
- Delegate work to the Executive Cabinet and other members of SGA as necessary.
- Act as a liaison between students, faculty/academic staff, and administration.
- Hired, trained, and mentored SGA staff members to maximize productivity.
- Generate monthly performance metrics and analytical reports and reviewed and communicated marketing campaign effectiveness to students.
- Cultivate and maintain strong industry relationships and external partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.
- Collaborate with organizations to develop and actualize strategic plans to advance both parties mission and objectives and promote revenue, profitability, and growth.
S.U.R.E Program Student Researcher
WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Institute
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Investigated the effects of curcumin of triglyceride levels in Drosophila larvae WVSU Research Rookies Program Student Researcher.
- Applied knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology to support research and experiments.
- Recorded and reported test results, performing calculations, producing graphical solutions and representations.
- Prepared summaries of research findings and effectively presented them to supervisors.
- Shared research findings through presentations and conferences.
- Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment.
WVSU Research Rookies Program Student Researcher
WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Institute
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Investigated response of human glioma and meningioma cells in culture to GPER1 and mPR activators by treating cells with progesterone, progesterone metabolites and a progesterone analog specific to mPRs (Org - OD-O2-O).
- Applied knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology to support research and experiments.
- Recorded and reported test results, performing calculations, producing graphical solutions and representations.
- Shared research findings through publications, presentations, and conferences.
- Maintained clean and fully operational laboratory equipment.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - REGENTS BACHELOR OF ARTS
West Virginia State University
Institute, WVSkills
- Executive leadership
- Planning and coordination
- Verbal and written communication
- Teamwork
- Data collection and analysis
- Public Speaking
- Time Management
- Microsoft proficiency
- Customer service/customer relations
- Biomedical research
Certification
- Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) | Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)
- Pro Board-Certified Hazardous Materials Operations Level, with Mission Specific of PPE and Product Control
Accomplishments
- West Virginia State University Black and Gold Scholarship Recipient
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Alpha Zeta Chapter Major Ronnie D. McCullough Scholarship
- Former Youth Mayor of Portland Municipal Corporation
- Former Head Boy of Titchfield High School
- Television Jamaica (TVJ) 47th season of Schools' Challenge Quiz Competition Champion
Activities
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated Alpha Zeta Chapter President
- West Virginia State University STEM Academy Mentor
- West Virginia State University Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Scholar
- West Virginia State University Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC) Team Captain
- West Virginia State University Black College Quiz (BCQ) Representative
- West Virginia State University Jackets Activities Board
Websites
Timeline
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
WALGREENS PHARMACY
12.2021 - Current
Cytology Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory Assistant Intern
LABCORP
05.2021 - 08.2021
President of the Student Government Association
WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
06.2020 - 06.2021
S.U.R.E Program Student Researcher
WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
06.2019 - 07.2019
WVSU Research Rookies Program Student Researcher
WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2018 - 05.2019
Resident Assistant
WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY
01.2018 - 07.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - REGENTS BACHELOR OF ARTS
West Virginia State University