Joshua Tai

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EDUCATION

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Expected May 2023 Major: Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology GPA: 3.70/4.00 EXPERIENCE

University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI

Research Assistant (Green Lab) May 2021 – Present

• Analyze expression of immediate early genes (IEGs) in P. fuscatus in response to environmental stimulus

• Prepare samples through assays (RNA extractions, cDNA reverse transcription) for qPCR data analysis Conduct qPCR analysis on samples to assess statistical differences in gene expression as a result of environmental stimuli

University of Michigan Museum of Natural History Ann Arbor, MI Docent December 2019 – Present

• Lead guided tours for museum visitors, giving informative insights to enhance the museum experience

• Managed the museum information desk, greeting visitors upon entry and providing information to guests

• Coordinated museum exhibit stands, providing hands-on opportunities to learn about related displays University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI

Research Assistant (Tibbets Lab) May 2021 – August 2021

• Conducted field work, collecting different species of paper wasps (P. fuscatus, P. dominula, P. metricus)

• Initiated behavior learning experiments to assess learning capabilities in different paper wasp species

• Maintained the environmental chamber and habitats for over 100 wasp nests Juni Learning New York, NY

Instructor October 2020 – November 2021

• Tutored mathematics to students ages 7-14 through zoom, teaching key concepts, walking-through problem sets, and assigning practice problem, ensuring students gained understanding of material

• Oversaw students’ growth, aided with steady progression and consistent communication with parents SERVICE & LEADERSHIP

The International Alliance for Afghan Literacy Queens, NY Co-founder April 2018- Present

● Led team of 6 in outreach initiatives to collect books from the community, libraries, and schools and reaching out to local communities to spread awareness

● Donated 100+ books to varies communities in Afghanistan to improve literacy rates

● Applied for grant opportunities, expressing non-profit mission and need for aid, raising $5000 The Detroit Partnership Ann Arbor, MI

Planning Team Member May 2020 – December 2020

● Organized initiatives with multiple organizations in Detroit and club members to create long-lasting community engagement in Detroit

● Collaborated alongside other members to plan logistics for the organization’s annual service learning event

● Developed service-learning opportunities and on-campus events for members ADDITIONAL

Languages: Proficient in Chinese

Technical: Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, R, PAST

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