Student, Lab Assistant

Reina Ashizawa

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Education

Tufts University, Medford MA September 2017—expected May 2021 Bachelor of Science in Biology GPA: 3.80 Honors: Dean’s List Relevant Coursework: Microbiome Research Lab, Microbiology with Lab, Endocrinology, General Genetics, Biochemistry and Cell Metabolism, Cells and Organisms, Fundamentals of Biostatistics, Organic Chemistry Relevant Experience

Tufts Laboratories, Medford MA — Laboratory Assistant September 2018—March 2020

• Perform plasmid preparations and genetic analyses such as spectrophotometry and gel electrophoresis

• Develop and implement a Microsoft Excel-based inventory system for genetic material

• Handle data entry and analysis to assist graduate students in their projects

The Listening Project, Medford MA — Research Assistant February 2019—present

• Perform classroom observations of three STEM courses per semester, producing data and notes used in professor training workshops aimed at improving inclusion of and engagement with students

• Conduct research interviews with students to gain insight on individual experiences in select courses

Burke Neurological Institute, White Plains NY — Researcher June 2019—August 2020

• Evaluated forty behavioral parameters across four long-term stroke studies using Microsoft Excel to determine relevancy of behavioral assessments in preclinical rodent stroke models

• Practiced laboratory techniques such Western blot, Cryostat sectioning, and rodent behavioral tests

• Developed a research project and presented findings in an academic poster session

Fieldwork Inc., Fort Lee NJ — Medical Recruiter May 2018—August 2018

• Interviewed doctors and patients on topics related to medical conditions to screen for qualified candidates to participate in medical market research studies

• Analyzed and maintained citizen databases to improve studies for clients

Leadership Experience

Tufts Biology Department, Medford MA — Teaching Assistant September 2019—present

• Lead thirty students in biology laboratory, teaching introductory laboratory skills Tufts Boxing Club, Medford MA — Founder and Vice President September 2017—present

• Founded student-run boxing club of thirty students

• Plan and lead five weekly practices with a team of other instructors

Japanese Culture Club (JCC*) Medford MA — Executive Board Member September 2018—present

• Serve on the executive board to promote membership and community outreach by facilitating four yearly events open to the Tufts community

Student Teacher Outreach Mentorship Program, Medford MA — Student Teacher September 2017—May 2019

• Headed workshops and developed weekly lesson plans on robotics, computer science, and physics for a class of twenty fifth-grade students at Stratton Elementary School Skills and Languages

Skills: Basic Laboratory Technique, DNA Extraction, PCR, Spectrophotometry, Microscopy, GraphPad Prism, Stata, Molecular Evolutionary Genetics Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, TreeAge, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, WordPress, C++ (limited working proficiency), Python3 (limited working proficiency) Languages: English (Native), Japanese (limited working proficiency)

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