Graduate Researcher

CARMEN HERRERA SANDOVAL

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Organized and detail-oriented professional with experience coordinating complex projects, managing timelines, and facilitating cross-functional communication in academic and administrative environments. Skilled in maintaining documentation accuracy, tracking deliverables, and managing approval workflows. EDUCATION

Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) – Indianapolis, IN

Ph.D., Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, October 2025 – GPA: 3.96/4.0

Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) – Indianapolis, IN

B.S., Medical Laboratory Sciences, 2019 – ASCP CertifiedCORE COMPETENCIES

Project & Timeline Coordination: Skilled in tracking project deliverables, monitoring milestones, and managing multi-step approval processes.

Meeting Management: Experienced in scheduling and facilitating meetings, preparing agendas, and maintaining comprehensive notes and action items.

Documentation & Reporting: Proficient in organizing and maintaining project records, invoices, reconciliations, and compliance-related reports.

Client & Stakeholder Communication: Strong written and verbal communicator with experience coordinating with internal teams, vendors, and external partners.

Administrative & Logistical Support: Skilled in coordinating travel, catering, and venue logistics for events.

Technical Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Project), SAP, and database systems; adept at learning new tools quickly.

Attention to Detail & Time Management: Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting tight deadlinesRELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Graduate Researcher – Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Indiana University School of Medicine 2020–Present

• Coordinated project deliverables, tracked timelines, and managed communication between team members.

• Managed complex data and documentation systems, ensuring quality control and compliance with institutional and federal guidelines.

• Organized internal meetings, prepared notes, tracked action items, and communicated updates across project teams.

• Supported budget tracking and report preparation for research programs and collaborative initiatives.

• Facilitated project submissions and approvals through university compliance channels, mirroring MLR-style review workflows.

Laboratory & Program Assistant

IU Health Pathology Labs – Indianapolis, IN 2018–2020

• Supported administrative and operational functions among interdisciplinary teams.

• Maintained accurate documentation for laboratory operations, ensuring confidentiality and compliance.

• Assisted with invoicing, supply ordering, and report preparation for departmental leadership.

President, SACNAS Chapter at IUSM 2021–2025

• Directed all chapter operations including event planning, meeting coordination, and communication with university.

• Managed concurrent projects and deadlines while overseeing event logistics such as scheduling and catering, and audiovisual setup.

• Prepared and distributed meeting notes, reports, and communication updates to members and institutional partners.

Program Developer & Mentor, Research Training Program 2020–2024

• Designed and managed training materials and digital documentation for student research participants.

• Coordinated schedules and communications between faculty and students to ensure timely completion of milestones.

• Assisted with reporting and compliance documentation for grant-funded projects.

Policy Advocate, ASBMB & ASCB Capitol Hill Day 2022–2024

• Represented the biomedical community in meetings with policymakers.

• Delivered persuasive, data-informed arguments supporting research funding.

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