Bhavya Kallam

Experience

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  BioMedical Academy

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2022

  Organized biannual blood drives in a collaboration between my high school, biomedical academy, and Vitalant (Nonprofit). Assisted in three drives & was the lead organizer for 4 drives. Promoted on campus, collected, reviewed, and scheduled students' forms & coordinated with Vitalent mobile units, and facilitated the day of blood drives. For the 2020-2021, school year promoted a virtual blood drive off-campus. 2018-2019 won second place in the blood drive challenge. Averaged +100 points per drive. Show less

  • President

    Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

  • Community Service Committee Coordinator

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2022

  • Blood Drive Organizer

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2022
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  Health and Life Organization, Inc. dba Sacramento Community Clinic

  Apr 2022 - Sept 2022

  Patient Service Representative

  Performed daily tasks of answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, sorting fax, maintaining rosters, and managing assigned healthcare providers’ schedules in a timely manner. Coordinated with multiple medical and dental locations and departments to help patients obtain needed service and assistance. Volunteered in helping research regarding patient details and needs requested by the Manager. Maintained thorough notes regarding all interactions and phone calls in order to improve service and allow other specialized representatives to help patients further Show less

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  UCSC Institute for Social Transformation

  Sept 2023 - now

  Undergraduate Research Fellow

  Building Belonging Project : "Laboratory Life and Social Death: The Problem of Diversity in Science and Society" research project under the guidance of Professor James Doucet-Battle. Collaborated within a research team, taking on vital responsibilities of conducted literature reviews and authored annotated bibliographies of academic articles. Spearheaded literature searches and reviews of new material, enhancing research depth and relevance. Applied my profound interest and knowledge in genomic science to discussions regarding genomic and microbiomic diversity. Contributed actively to the groundwork for future fieldwork in the US, Africa, and Europe. Show less

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  UCSC University Relations

  Sept 2023 - Jun 2024

  Assistant

  Instrumental in fostering relationships with esteemed donors, orchestrating captivating events, and orchestrating pivotal administrative functions. Assumed diverse roles, including reception duties such as cordially welcoming and directing in-person visitors, as well as adeptly addressing queries from the office email. Provided crucial support for event planning, logistical coordination, and staffing, ensuring seamless execution. Preparing and disseminating program materials, including captivating event flyers and other informational resources. Spearheaded data entry tasks, proficiently updated office databases and spreadsheets, and expertly manipulated complex spreadsheets, ensuring accurate reporting. Show less

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  SimBioSys, Inc.

  Oct 2023 - May 2024

  Clinical Oncology Media Intern

  Collaborated in enhancing SimBioSys' social media presence by co-managing platforms such as LinkedIn within the SimBioSys social media team. Assisted Marketing consultants in researching, crafting, and updating various conference posters. Created engaging and informative press releases to effectively communicate important updates and developments within the clinical oncology field. Successfully managed content creation, copywriting, and editing to ensure clarity, accuracy, and engagement in all press releases. Demonstrated proficiency in crafting dynamic and visually appealing materials for both digital and print platforms, contributing to the company's media presence. Show less

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  Boston Biotech Advisors, LLC

  Mar 2024 - Jun 2024

  Client Lead Intern

  As a Client Lead Intern at Boston Biotech Advisors, LLC, I am tasked with identifying business opportunities, attracting new clients, and providing tailored solutions to meet their needs. I collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, manage communication with clients, and monitor project progress to ensure successful outcomes. This role allows me to leverage my skills in communication, organization, and project management while gaining invaluable insights into the biotech industry.

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  Bayer

  Jun 2024 - now

  Biotechnology Sustainability