Manager Health
Resume:
AQSA SHEIKH *** Salem Road
Union, N.J. *****
**********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position as a scientist in a pharmaceutical, biotechnological,
and or any professional research environment where I can contribute with my
education, skills and experience.
EDUCATION
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY.
Masters of Science in Biology; concentration: Medical Microbiology
September 2013
Kean University
Union, NJ.
Bachelor of Science in Biology; concentration: Biotechnology (Cum Laude)
January 2011
Bachelor of Science; minor: Chemistry (Cum Laude) January 2011
Member of Lambda Alpha Sigma Honor Society
Union County College
Cranford, NJ
Association of Arts in Biology (Honors) January 2009
Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society
SKILLS
Proficient in gram staining technique to differentiate between gram
positive and negative bacteria
Perform isolation of pure cultures using spread, streak and pure plate
techniques
Observe and classify microbes using wet mounts and microscopic analysis
Ability to identify selective and differentiating media
Have the knowledge to perform Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Extensive knowledge and understanding of gel electrophoresis for
comparisons between samples
Use Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) to identify unknown samples
Perform fermentation, beta-Galactosidase and starch hydrolysis tests for
carbohydrates
Perform lipid hydrolysis test
Knowledge to Detect Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) production and motility in
proteins and amino acids
Capability to perform Indole, Methyl red, Voges-Proskauer, in Citrate (
IMViC) tests for proteins, enzymes and amino acids
Perform, casein, gelatin, and oxidase hydrolysis for proteins, enzymes and
amino acids
Perform urease activity and catalase tests for proteins, enzymes and amino
acids
Ability to culture followed by quantification of microbes using microbial
growth curves
Ability to study public health microbiology using disinfectants and
antibiotics
Ability to perform analysis to detect microbes in a food product
Understanding of microbial genetics by applying DNA damage with the use of
UV light and performing mutagenesis techniques
Using API strip and biochemical questions to identify the genus and species
of Enterobacteria
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Kean University Center of Academic Success
Union, N.J
Academic Specialist in Sciences
April 2011- September 2013
Worked with fellow academic specialists in degree evaluations and monitored
the Tutor Track System
Tutored students in various science classes pertaining to the fields of
biology, chemistry and physics
Helped students with various online programs such as Web Assign and Owl
Cengage.
Briefly worked under the Testing department using datatel software to enter
entrance exam scores for incoming freshmen
Organized a website and helped coordinate the program for offering CLEP
testing to current students.
Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus
Brooklyn, NY
Teacher's Assistant (T.A) September
2012-May 2013
Assisted Biology professors by conducting lab sessions pertaining to
various undergraduate courses
Organized lab rooms by obtaining required models and materials prior to
each lab session
Demonstrated procedures for each lab and helped students set up equipment
for conducting labs
Helped students understand many concepts and use their obtained data to
write scientific lab reports
Assisted the professors in maintaining student's grades by grading their
online homework, lab reports, lecture assignments and exams.
Practice of Tasneem J. Rashid M.D. Internal Medicine, Hematology and
Oncology Union, NJ
Front Desk Receptionist and Shadowy May
2010-March 2011
Trained to use the office management software to schedule appointments for
patients
Answered a high volume of phone calls and contacted respective pharmacies
for refills
Kept track of patients' copayment fees upon visit and any past due
balances
Made online and paper referrals to other health professionals requested by
the patients or Dr. Rashid
Trained to use the Electrocardiogram (ECG) machine to conduct basic heart
rate and rhythm exams
Had multiple opportunities to shadow any health care professional working
at the office
AVON Cosmetics Union, NJ
Independent Representative April 2010 -
September 2011
Worked with a vast variety of people to promote and sell products
Attended meetings with regional manager promote new products especially in
skin care
Promoted Avon cosmetics at Kean University by holding sessions to show case
all products
gained insight on advancements made by the company in skin care and
cosmetics
Kean University Center of Academic Success
Union, NJ
Academic Instructor Mentor (AIM) and Science Tutor
September 2009-December 2010
Student Mentor to incoming freshmen as part of the first year seminar
course
Helped incoming freshmen and transfer students register for their classes
and advised them on required coursework for graduation
Volunteered at various campus events such as as career fairs, undergraduate
and graduate open houses.
Organized New Student Orientation (NSO) and various fund raising events on
and off campus.
Tutored students in a variety of subjects such as biology, ecology,
chemistry, physics, introduction to computers, psychology, pre-calculus and
calculus
Union County College
Cranford, NJ
Academic Student Mentor and Instructor
January 2007-May 2008
Assigned as a student mentor to many first year seminar courses
Required to contact students via emails and phone calls
Conducted private one-to-one meetings with each students during office
hours
Became the course's sole library mentor by offering open hours to help all
UCC first year seminar students; tutored in biology and chemistry
Intertek Testing Services
Spring Field, NJ
Lab Technician and Typist
Summer 2006 and 2008
Prepared textile samples for various lab tests in order to test various
chemical and physical properties
Prepared technical data analysis reports for various clients such as
Kohl's, QVC and JC Penney.
Discussed technical details of the sample with the scientists of these
respective companies
Prepared a feed back report for the client coordinator.
ACHIEVEMENTS
New Jersey STARS I and II Scholar from 2006-2010
Nominated for Who's Who America's Best College Students Honor Society in
April 2006
Student Leadership Award from 2008-2010
Dean's List
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Trinitas Hospital
Elizabeth, NJ
Student Emergency Room (ER) Volunteer September
2005-May 2006
CPR certified in order to assist any health care professional in the ER
where ever needed
References available upon request
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