Research Associate Assistant
Resume:
Thanaa Alzuhd
+1-857-***-**** • Boston, MA • **.******@*****.*** • linkedin.com/in/thana'a alzuhd
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Dedicated Research Associate with over 3 years of experience in laboratory environments, skilled in molecular biology techniques. Possesses a robust academic foundation with a Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Committed to contributing to cutting-edge research and eager to further develop specialized skills within a dynamic lab setting. WORK EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant (Part-Time)
Department of Pharmacy, Applied Science Private University- Amman, Jordan Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 Executed molecular biology techniques, including ELISA, real-time PCR, RNA extraction, and cDNA synthesis.
Reference : Dr Muna Barakat - *********@***.***.** Research assistant
Department of Pharmacy,Alzaytoonah university of Jordan - Amman, Jordan Oct 2021 - Aug 2022
• Performed molecular biology assays including ELISA, real-time PCR, RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, and protein quantification.
• Handled and maintained lab animals (e.g., mice, rats) and expertly carried out tissue harvesting, and blood sampling, following ethical guidelines.
• Prepared doses accurately and administered drug formulation through multiple routes
(oral gavage, intraperitoneal ).
• Conducted, recorded and manually analyzed behavioral tests in animal models to assess anxiety (open field, elevated plus maze and L&D).
• Utilized statistical software (e.g., GraphPad PRISM) to analyze experimental data and used Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint to generate comprehensive reports, graphs, and presentations that communicated findings effectively to the research team.
• Trained two undergraduate students, supporting their academic development and increasing research team productivity. Authored and presented findings at academic conference.
Reference : Dr Alaa Hammad - ****.******@***.***.** Thanaa Alzuhd
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Department of Pharmacy,Alzaytoonah university of Jordan - Amman, Jordan Jul 2019 - Sep 2019 Gained foundational lab skills And carried out experiments Reference: Dr.suhair Sunoqrot - ******.********@***.***.** EDUCATION
Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Al Zaytoonah University of Jordan- Amman, Jordan
10/2022 –01/2025,
Thesis: Polymeric Injectable in Situ Forming Depots for Sustained Drug Release. Supervisor : Dr.suhair Sunoqrot - ******.********@***.***.** Co-supervisor : Dr.Samer Abulateefeh - *.***********@**.***.** Bachelor of Pharmacy
2016–01/2020,
Al Zaytoonah University of Jordan
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
• Laboratory Techniques: ELISA, real-time PCR, RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, cell culture
• In Vivo Pharmacology: Animal handling (mice, rats), necropsy, tissue harvesting, blood sampling
• Data Analysis & Visualization: GraphPad PRISM, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Equipment Proficiency: UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, Plate Reader
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintained detailed lab records using electronic/paper notebooks
Volunteering
• Matar project for the visually impaired
Volunteer Audiobook recorder for visually impaired individuals, enhancing accessibility to educational content.
• Member of Phi Science Institute (2018 - 2019)
Thanaa Alzuhd
Publications
1. Al-Shalabi, E., Sunoqrot, S., Al-Zuhd, T., Alshehada, R. S., Ibrahim, A. I. M., & Hammad, A. M. (2024). Exploring the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of Rhoifolin isolated from Teucrium polium on rats’ lungs exposed to tobacco smoke. Chemistry & Biodiversity, e202400958.
https://doi.org/10.1002/cbdv.202400958
2. Hammad, A. M., Sunoqrot, S., Al-Zuhd, T., Waleed, M., Ibrahim, A. I. M., Hall, F. S., Al- Tamimi, A. R., & Al-Shalabi, E. (2025). Rhoifolin as a potential anxiolytic drug for the effects of nicotine withdrawal: Beneficial effects on behavior, neuroinflammation, and oxidative stress. Metabolic Brain Disease, 40(5), 208
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11011-025-01627-5
LANGUAGE COMPETENCIES
• English: fluent (speaking, reading, writing) IELTS Band score 7.5
• Arabic : Native
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