Ishika Patel

Experience

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  University of Arizona

  Jan 2019 - Jul 2019

  KEYS Research Intern

  - Acquired lab techniques required for research-intensive environments and used these techniques to enhance my knowledge in SCN8A Epilepsy Research- Researching alongside top researchers and participating in a hands-on research project aimed at improving lives of children who are impacted by SNC8A epilepsy and encephalopathy

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  Spice Garden Indian Cuisine

  Apr 2020 - Jan 2021

  Waitress
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  Chipotle Mexican Grill

  Dec 2020 - Sept 2021

  Cashier
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  University of Arizona

  Feb 2021 - May 2023

  - Guide and encourage student collaboration through difficult concepts in chemistry and organic chemistry by organizing practice problems and creating concept maps - Develop professionalism as well as connecting with faculty and staff members at the University of Arizona- Practicing redirecting questions to enhance student critical thinking skills- Engage and assist students during lecture to provide support with content taught - Promote friendly and comfortable environment Show less - Working under the Arizona Emergency Medicine Research Center to recruit potential candidates in the Emergency Department and Trauma Center for clinical research studies- Interact with doctors and nurses to discuss patient qualifications- Interacting with patients to discuss enrollment in research studies including NIH funded BEEPER study, ICECAP, Gut Microbiome Epilespy, CLOVERS, and NIH funded All of Us Research- Train numerous hours to understand the inclusion/exclusion criteria for each clinical study Show less

  • Supplemental Instruction Leader

    Jul 2021 - May 2023

  • Research Associate

    Feb 2021 - Nov 2022
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  Center for Digital Humanities

  Feb 2022 - May 2024

  Software Developer

  - Designing and implementing a full-stack android application for a Temi Personal Robot to enhance learning at the University of Arizona College of Nursing through the robot’s emulation of a nursing assistant for student nurses- Collaborating and programming dynamic websites for local organizations on and off campus - Employing Scrum framework to break down complex tasks, facilitating development cycles and iterative feedback from clients to ensure project alignment with goals- Initiating team meetings and assigning tasks to assure timely delivery- Presenting projects to diverse audiences, fostering understanding and interest in technical initiatives Show less

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  Komatsu

  Aug 2024 - now

  Software Applications Engineer