Nadia T.

Experience

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  National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

  Jun 2009 - Sept 2010

  Undergraduate Student Researcher

  Discovered that type 2 Diabetes affects the ratio of smooth muscle tissue to fibrosis in the bladder and causes stress urinary bladder disorders.Presented finished research paper titled Fibrosis in the Urinary Bladder caused by Diabetes Mellitus Type II to researchers at the National Institute of Health headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland.Prepared chemical solutions, reagents, laboratory tests and specimens for microscopic examination, and prepared laboratory tests.Analyzed and reported findings with Quantitative Image Analysis software. Show less

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  UC Berkeley

  Sept 2011 - May 2012

  Health Worker

  • Assisted 1500 residents in obtaining public health and social services located in Berkeley and in the city of Oakland.• Developed health education materials such as weekly health newsletter, posters, and flyers addressing topics from depression to healthy eating habits. Resulted in a 60% decrease in alcohol related incidents.• Prepared concise documents, reports, and other written correspondence for supervisor. Documents included details of heath incidences, questions, and resources given to residents. • Interviewed 142 residents during office hours to determine how severe symptoms were and which community resources may be necessary for the residents.• Familiarized over 2,000 residents monthly on methods of preventative and supportive healthcare such as various mental health support groups and sexual health resources in Berkeley and Oakland. Show less

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  Diabetes. Unidos. Lograremos. Controlar. Esta. Enfermedad (D.U.L.C.E)

  Aug 2012 - Dec 2014

  Outreach Coordinator

  • Led and initiated various outreach projects such as the Healthy Eating project with the Berkeley Food and Housing Project.• Established relationships with Oakland/ Berkeley health organizations in efforts to collaborate in the future with events such as the Heart-to-Heart program and the Berkeley Health Fair.• Taught courses and seminars to those of disadvantaged backgrounds about weight management, nutrition, diabetes, and other weight and diet ailments.

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  UC Berkeley

  Jan 2013 - May 2014

  Resident Assistant

  Served as a constructive and positive role mode for personal behavior and academic pursuits; adhered to all residence hall policies.Proactively problem solved during dynamic situations such as suicide attempts and fires.Worked cooperatively with 50-75 students to ensure an environment on the floor or building area that displayed respect amongst each student.

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  SIT Graduate Institute

  Jan 2015 - Jul 2015

  Undergraduate Student Researcher

  • Recruited 214 research participants in 6 weeks through connecting with 5 prominent non-profits in Western Kenya including the US CDC in Kenya.• Demonstrated excellent writing and organizational skills by completing a 56-page research paper on Patterns of Disclosure Amongst People Living with HIV/AIDS in Kisumu, Kenya. • Responded sensitively to the needs of LGBT and heterosexual individuals diagnosed with HIV/AIDS by presenting various ways to mobilize against fighting HIV/AIDS through educating their communities. • Collaborated with professors and researchers at University of Nairobi and the Center for Disease Control in Kenya to complete the research project. Show less

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  MACKS Research Group

  Jan 2016 - Mar 2017

  Clinical Research Coordinator

  -Re-engineered the clinical research management system by implementing a quality assurance process, improving clinic efficiency and staff satisfaction. -Managed the implementation of 16 research studies, ensuring compliance with research protocols.-Spearheaded clinical trial recruitment, fostering relationships with multidisciplinary behavioral health teams and clients such as psychiatrists, pharmaceutical representatives, neurologists, geriatricians, and Alzheimer’s-related community organizations, Show less

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  University of California, San Francisco

  Mar 2017 - Aug 2022

  Coordinated research study that took place in the US and Canada. Resulted in a 90% recruitment retention and the implementation of a novel digital health app in NICU's in California and Canada.-Instituted study site staff training regarding research project protocols, data management, and recruitment. Preparation for training included creating training manuals and data collection materials for six children's hospitals throughout California.-Formulated data collection process for a large multi-site study that included constructing a 79-page data management Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to enhance data quality, and data adherence. Show less

  • Research Data Analyst

    May 2020 - Aug 2022

  • Clinical Research Coordinator

    Mar 2017 - May 2020
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  Brown University School of Public Health

  Nov 2022 - Aug 2024

  Graduate Research Assistant

  -Conducted mathematical modeling and descriptive statistics using R to analyze nutrition cross-sectional survey data, leading to the continuation of the program and increased community partnerships.-Collaborated to prepare several manuscripts for submission of Phase 2 observational study in research journals. -Redesigned 11 courses for an NIH-funded nutrition observational research study, leading to increased understanding among adults and children with nutrition information.

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  Brown University Pre-College Programs

  Jul 2024 - Aug 2024

  Cancer Bioinformatics Teaching Associate