Rachel M. DeRita

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Philadelphia, PA 19103 ac8c9j@r.postjobfree.com, www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-derita

EDUCATION

Doctor of Philosophy in Genetics, Genomics, and Cancer Biology 9/2013-3/2019

Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA Cumulative GPA: 3.8/4.0

Bachelor of Science in Pre-veterinary Medicine and Animal Biosciences 9/2008-12/2012 University of Delaware, Newark, DE Cumulative GPA: 3.5/4.0

Skills: Microsoft office, Prism, Leadership, Conflict resolution, Public speaking, Communication (scientific and interpersonal), Adaptability, Time management, Ability to work under pressure, Efficient in both team and individual settings, Regulatory document review, ICMJE guideline knowledge, Adobe Acrobat, End Note

SCIENTIFIC WRITING EXPERIENCE

BioQuick News, Contributing Writer, Philadelphia, PA 1/2018-Present

Report on scientific progress from multiple academic institutions in the Philadelphia area

Produce comprehensive coverage of local seminars by leading investigators

Thomas Jefferson University, Doctorate Researcher, Philadelphia, PA 9/2013-3/2019

Strengthen research projects by extensive literature reviews and management of younger scientists in the laboratory

Compose and review regulatory documents (IRB, grant renewals, grant proposals)

Increase laboratory contribution to the scientific community through written and spoken communication, including peer-reviewed manuscripts, reports, research presentations to faculty and national scientific meetings and conferences.

PUBLICATIONS

1.DeRita RM, Zerlanko B, Singh A, Lu H, Benovic JL, Iozzo RV, Sayeed A and Languino LR. c-Src, Insulin-Like Growth Factor I Receptor, G-protein coupled receptor kinases and focal Adhesion Kinase are Enriched into Prostate Cancer cell Exosomes. J Cell Biochem. 2016 May 27 10.1002/jcb.25611

2.Sun L, Lamont SJ, Cooksey AM, McCarthy F, Tudor CO, Vijay-Shanker K, DeRita RM, Rothschild M, Ashwell C, Persia ME, Schmidt CJ. Transcriptome response to heat stress in a chicken hepatocellular carcinoma cell line. Cell Stress Chaperones. 2015 Nov;20(6):939-50.

3.Abstract: Amrita Singh, Carmine Fedele, Rachel DeRita, Alexander N. Duffy, Adam M. Hawkins, Wm. K. Kelly, Renato V. Iozzo, Lucia R. Languino. Exosome-mediated transfer of alphaV integrins promotes cell-cell communication in prostate cancer, Congress of the International Society for Intracellular Vesicles (ISEV2015) Washington, DC April 2015.

PRESENTATIONS

1.American Society of Exosomes and Microvesicles (ASEMV) 2018. β1 Integrins are Required for Exosome Tumorigenic Function. Baltimore, MD October 24th 2018.

2.American Society of Exosomes and Microvesicles (ASEMV) 2016. The Role of Exosomal β1 Integrin/Src Pathway in the Radiation Therapy Response. Pacific Grove, CA October 11th 2017.

3.American Society of Exosomes and Microvesicles (ASEMV) 2016. Signaling Molecules Enriched in Prostate Cancer Exosomes: Pro- or Anti-Angiogenic? Pacific Grove, CA October 23rd 2016.

4.Joint Biochemistry and Cancer Biology Research Seminar Series at Thomas Jefferson University: The Role of Exosomal Kinases in Endothelial Cell Function. November 7th, 2016.

5.Adhesion Supergroup Meeting at Thomas Jefferson University: The Role of Active Signaling Molecules in Prostate Cancer Exosomes. October 15th, 2016.

6.Adhesion Supergroup Meeting at Thomas Jefferson University: The Role of Signaling Molecules Enriched in Prostate Cancer Exosomes. October 15th, 2015.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Chemistry and Biology Private Tutor, Varisty Tutors. Philadelphia, PA 11/2016-7/2018

Assess student progress and individual needs based on performance

Formulate specific lesson plans and extra materials based on student performance and assessment outcome

Adjunct Faculty Instructor at Philadelphia University, Philadelphia, PA 1/2017-5/2017

Instruct the laboratory section of Anatomy and Physiology at Philadelphia University. I am responsible Introduce the concepts challenged for the laboratory and guide students though the exercises and dissections

Grade laboratory reports, calculate final grades, and maintain and organize online course content

Volunteer, Philadelphia Area Girls Enjoying Science (PAGES) 11/2014-11/2016

Impact young girls interested in science though lecture and guidance through a hands-on scientific experiment