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RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE, ACADEMIC RESEARCH
Summary

Talented Research Development Associate, Academic Research Coordinator, and Associate Editor & Co-Author and team leader offering two years of success in pharmaceutical chemistry laboratory environments. Strategic thinker with drug & drug delivery development and design proficiency. Offers proven ability to build effective teams and develop novel economical solutions for diseases. Committed to identifying and leveraging opportunities for growth. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings

Skills
  • Conducting surveys
  • Preparing samples and specimens
  • Good clinical practice
  • Laboratory operations
  • Analyzing and synthesizing data
  • Designing experiments
  • Public presentations
  • Grant proposals
  • Team management
  • Research and publication
  • Community relationships
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Documentation procedures expert
  • Charting expertise
  • Vital sign monitors
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Communicating with patient families
  • Traditional and digital printing
  • Lighting expert
  • Image archiving
  • Adobe PhotoShop
  • Large format printing
  • Proactive approach to problem solving
Experience
Valdosta State UniversityNovember 2018 to CurrentResearch Development Associate, Academic Research
Valdosta, GA
  • Designed research and experimental studies, executing research techniques, tests and assays.
  • Identified potential grants and wrote proposals to submit along with grant applications.
  • Isolated, analyzed and synthesized vitamins, minerals and enzymes and to determine effects on body function.
  • Designed, deployed and maintained prospect tracking system and trained and supported other staff in using it to optimize fundraising.
  • Checked incoming data for accuracy and integrity to identify and resolve problems.
  • Collaborated with undergraduate and graduate students to provide research guidance and supervision.
  • Executed qualitative and quantitative analysis on wide range of data.
  • Performed in-depth research to answer complex questions.
  • Prepared tables, graphs, fact sheets and written reports summarizing research results.
  • Shared research findings through publications, presentations and conferences.
  • Applied knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology to support research and experiments.
  • Planned and managed research projects.
Better Life Medical Spine and Joint Institute April 2017 to CurrentMedical Assistant
Valdosta, GA
  • Prepared, reviewed and submitted patient statements to determine factual accuracy.
  • Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area with adequate supplies and reagents.
  • Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
  • Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating patient status to fellow caregivers.
  • Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of physician to prevent lags.
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
Pineywoods Veterinary HospitalMay 2016 to May 2020Vet Technician Assistant
Valdosta, GA
  • Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
  • Triaged incoming patients arriving for scheduled appointments or on emergent bases to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
  • Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support, as well as top-notch care to each animal.
  • Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to safeguard against accidental injuries.
Valdosta State UniversityAugust 2017 to May 2018Photography Lab Technician
Valdosta, GA
  • Kept meticulous reports and documentation detailing daily processing activities, updated logs and submitted timely reports for supervisor review.
  • Identified areas within the photo lab that could be improved and implemented new processes that resulted in greater overall efficiency.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of lab printers and photo processing equipment to ensure consistent functionality.
  • Cropped, manipulated and performed color-balance for final images.
  • Used out-of-the-box thinking to obtain perfect shot.
  • Monitored studio for adequate quantities of supplies.
  • Assisted imaging team members with product styling, prep and post production.
Education and Training
Valdosta State UniversityJuly 2019Bachelor of Science: BiologyValdosta, GA
Accomplishments
  • Presented research on novel biodegradable implants at the Valdosta State Undergraduate Research Symposium.
  • Presented research on potential COVID-19 treatments at the Herty Undergraduate Research Symposium.
  • Presented research on potential Tb treatments at the Georgia General Assembly.
  • Trained 8 undergraduate students on laboratory techniques and research fundamentals
  • Discussed organization's needs with local business leaders at community events and received financial support, helping to double fundraising goals.
  • Earned recognition in peer-reviewed publications like Drug Discovery Today and the Journal of the Brazilian Medical Association.
  • Photography work selected to be featured at the prestigious Turner's Spring Into Art exhibit and the 14th Annual South Georgia Art exhibit.
Activities and Honors

Research Development Associate, Academic Research Coordinator, Associate Editor & Co-Author, ValChem (2018-Current)

Outstanding Member, Honors Student Association (2015-2019)

Member, Tri-Beta Honors Society (2018-2019)

Member, Student Members of the American Chemical Society (2018-2019)

President, Arts Guild (2017-2019)

Vice President, Arts Guild (2015-2016)

SNT Coordinator, National Society of Leadership and Success (2017-2018)

Publications

Drug Discovery Today
- Vaporization, bioactive formulations and a marine natural product: different perspectives on antivirals
(DOI: 10.1016/j.drudis.2020.04.010 )
Journal of the Brazilian Medical Association
- Proposing a formulation that potentially can: 1.reduce the viral load in the lungs to the benefit of a patient's immune system; 2.reduce the number of active viruses that are dissipated by an infected individual through sneeze or cough.
(DOI:10.1590/1806-9282.66.9.1)

Integrated Sciences

-pending book chapter publication on the History of Tuberculosis Treatments

Patents:

Patent pending for novel drug delivery mechanisms

Awards

5th Annual Georgia W.O.M.A.N. Mixer (2019)

- Speaker and Resolution recipient

Congressional Conference

- Honorable Recognition for Tuberculosis treatment research

Posters at the Capitol (2019)

- Selected Presentation at Posters at the Capitol Award of research presentation

Valdosta State University Undergraduate Research Symposium (2019)

- Semifinalist in the video category

- Honorable Recognition of research in drug delivery mechanisms for the treatment of Tb

Valdosta State University Graduate Research Symposium (2019)

- Honorable Recognition for "Classification of Alzheimer's, Dementia, and Brain Cancer Through Shannon Entropy"

HonorsStudent Association (2017)

- Outstanding Member Award for outstanding dedication and participation in HSA

- Spirit of HSA Award for incredible energy and spirit during participation in HSA

14th Annual South Georgia College Art Exhibition (2017)

-3rd place photography

Turner's Spring Into Art Exhibition (2017)

-Honorable mention

-Merit

Georgia Scholastic Journalism (2015)

-Award of outstanding achievement in scholastic journalism; Superior Poetry

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Valdosta State University
  • Better Life Medical Spine and Joint Institute
  • Pineywoods Veterinary Hospital

School Attended

  • Valdosta State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Research Development Associate, Academic Research
  • Medical Assistant
  • Vet Technician Assistant
  • Photography Lab Technician

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Biology

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