Experience

Northwestern University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Postdoctoral Fellow

  • Jan 2021 - Present



Clemson University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Research Assistant

  • Jul 2020 - Dec 2020

• PhD Student

  • Aug 2015 - Jul 2020

  During my time at Clemson, we have elucidated novel mechanotransductory mechanisms involved in initiation and progression of inflammation and fibrosis in response to mechanical stimuli in the bladder as well as other organs.



Progressive Healthcare, Inc.

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consultant

  • Oct 2014 - Aug 2015



Clemson University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Undergraduate Research Assistant

  • May 2013 - Aug 2014

  Dr. Min Cao's lab at Clemson University is focused on two areas of research. The first is bacteria, host, and inter-kingdom communications while the second was the effects of nutraceuticals and probiotics on health. The latter focused on improving human health by utilizing Caenorhabditis elegans as a model.Initially, I was tasked with:● Troubleshooting and fixing problems that senior researchers encountered while investigating their experimental areas● Working conjointly with senior researchers to conduct online research and deconstruct and rewrite protocols in order to design experiments that would produce viable data● Data that was gathered was published in PLOSAfter demonstrating my competency, I was given the opportunity to organize and manage my own research project focusing on determining the effect differing proteins have on the quorum sensing pathways in Vibrio cholera. This required:● Designed my own protocols ● Demonstrated proficiency conducting numerous lab techniques● Kept detailed and organized notes ● Utilized complex equations and programs to create graphical compilations of data● Compiled and analyzed research data that I presented at weekly progress meeting with my adviser ● Wrote monthly papers to outline my progress and findings that were submitted to my adviser● Created and delivered presentations on my findings to my adviser and other members of the research department every 3-4 months● Interacted with other researchers to compile data on individual projects in order to answer "big picture" research questions



Oconee Medical Center

• Hospitals and Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Emergency Department Assistant

  • Dec 2012 - Aug 2014

  Oconee Medical Center is a healthcare facility that serves patients in every age and stage of life. It consists of a hospital consisting of over 160 beds, physician practices, a long-term nursing care facility and a residential hospice house. The Emergency Department sees heavy traffic as the Oconee Medical Center serves all of Oconee County and the surrounding areas.As an Emergency Department Assistant:● Aided in the maintenance of a sterile environment vital in the Emergency Department● Tasked with interacting with patients in order to inspire a positive and uplifting attitude for those in the Emergency Department● Shadowed doctors to experience the doctor/patient rapport and develop an understanding for the diagnosis and treatment of common ailments. When I left Oconee Medical Center I was recognized for:● Positive reviews that I received from patients and their families● The amount of time I devoted to the Emergency Department



Clemson Area Soccer Aliance

• Soccer Coach

  • Aug 2011 - Aug 2014

  CASA is an elite soccer club in Upstate South Carolina. It provides teams for kids aged 8 to 18. I served as a coach for the 11 and 12 year old age group. I aspired to teach them about teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and leadership while inspiring self confidence. My team performed well on and off the field and showed great improvement over the three years I coached them. They placed last in their first two tournaments, but improved drastically and won the James Island Cup in 2014. CASA is an elite soccer club in Upstate South Carolina. It provides teams for kids aged 8 to 18. I served as a coach for the 11 and 12 year old age group. I aspired to teach them about teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and leadership while inspiring self confidence. My team performed well on and off the field and showed great improvement over the three years I coached them. They placed last in their first two tournaments, but improved drastically and won the James Island Cup in 2014.