Sonya R. Basra
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
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OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a laboratory position that will allow me to use my academic background in science, and research along with my education experience.
EDUCATION:
Georgia Gwinnett College; Lawrenceville, GA
Bachelor of Science in Biology June, 2011
GPA: 3.52
Georgia Perimeter College; Dunwoody GA December, 2008
Associate of Arts in Chemistry
RELEVANT COURSEWORK:
General & Organic Chemistry General Biology Genetics
Biochemistry Cell Biology Interdisciplinary Biology
Immunology Mycology Microbiology
LABORATORY SKILLS:
Titration, Melting Point Determination, Distillation (Steam, Fractional, etc.), Calorimetry, Extraction, Organic Synthesis, Dilutions, Paper Chromatography, Thin Layer Chromatography, Column Chromatography, Fourier-Transform Spectrophotometer and Interpretation (IR, NMR, UV), Gel Electrophoresis, Protein Purification, Gravimetric Methods & Analysis
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
AmDent; Lilburn, GA Nov. 2011-Apr. 2012
Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
• Coordinate and schedule patient appointments and confirm insurance benefits (PPO, HMO, Medicaid)
• Create insurance claims and patient statements
• Post payments and submit claims
E.nopi; Lawrenceville, GA Sept. 2011-Mar. 2012
Private Tutor
• Explain complex concepts using easy to understand terms
• Provide several examples to demonstrate important concepts
• Communicate with parents to update them on student progress
• Work effectively with students with diverse cultural backgrounds
Emory Eastside Medical Center; Snellville, GA Summer 2010
Intern
• Observing various departments in the hospital
Gwinnett Medical Center; Lawrenceville, GA Jan. 2001-May 2004
Medical Explorer’s Program Volunteer
• Gained a deep understanding on health issues
• Used Microsoft Power Point and presented in front of students and staff
• Acquired a general understanding of a variety of jobs in the medical field
• Developed a broad range of skills in hospital research and management
AWARDS:
• Graduated with Honors Cum Laude
• Dean’s List
• Honor Roll
• Perfect Attendance Award
• Golden Key Member
• Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society Member
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Speaks Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, and English Fluently. Also speaks intermediate Spanish.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks
REFERENCES:
Available upon request