Alia Rubaie

Experience

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  Cupertino Dental Group

  Jun 2018 - now

  Intern

  • Shadowed general dentist on daily rounds for over 120 hours • Observed endodontist, prosthodontist, orthodontist, pediatric, and oral surgery specialists during their respective procedures

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  Santa Clara University

  Aug 2018 - Jun 2019

  • Enhanced student’s analytical and laboratory skills by providing guidance on problem sets• Prepared and maintained laboratory equipment before and after lab to ensure lab safety• Collaborated with a team of students and faculty at weekly meetings and assisted in grading • Provided mentorship to 53 students and enforced University policy to encourage community involvement• Confronted and resolved issues on academic performance and social justice to maintain a safe environment • Collaborated with a staff of 9 people to plan on-campus programs to engage residents

  • General Chemistry Teacher Assistant, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

    Sept 2018 - Jun 2019

  • Resident Assistant

    Aug 2018 - Jun 2019
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  Santa Clara University Pre-Dental Society

  Sept 2019 - now

  • Managed the SCU Pre-Dental Society • Led and worked with a team of 6 members as Co-President of the Leadership Team• Designated roles and responsibilities for all Executive positions • Planned and coordinated school-wide events with a team of 4 other board members• Hosted admission and student panels for members to learn more about the application process for Dental School• Provided weekly service opportunities for members to join and give back to their community

  • Co-President

    May 2020 - now

  • Secretary and Volunteer Coordinator, Leadership Team

    Sept 2019 - May 2020
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  Santa Clara University Emergency Medical Services

  Jan 2020 - now

  • Trained 40 EMT's in all skills necessary, medical and otherwise• Organized and lead quarterly training sessions focused on mental and physical health• Led Training and Development Committee• Managed recertification of SCU EMTs • Responded to on-campus calls related to physical and mental health, provided immediate medical attention and if necessary, arrange for transfer to higher care• SCU EMS provides emergency medical care to the campus community of more than 8,500 affiliates every day from 5:00pm to 8:00am• Attended quarterly training courses to maintain certification licensure, enhance existing knowledge, and update skills with new techniques or protocols • Maintained SCU EMS's high standards of integrity, honesty, and responsibility• Enforced the rules and regulations of the organization • Worked with a group of 4 members to discuss and resolve conflicts in an fair and justified manner

  • Training And Development Officer

    May 2020 - now

  • Emergency Medical Technician

    May 2019 - now

  • SCU EMS Judicial Board - Junior Class Representative

    Jan 2020 - May 2020
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  Santa Clara University

  Sept 2020 - now

  • Under the supervision of Dr. Eric Tillman• Research focus: Found sustainable methods to eliminate the use of toxic metals that are commonly used in polymerization reactions• Co-authored and published a paper in the Journal of Polymer Science Part A• Co-authored and published a paper in the Macromolecular Chemistry and Physics Journal • Assisted in monitoring self-administered nasal and saliva COVID-19 tests• Helped collect and organize sample distributions to various COVID-19 labs• Maintained a safe and sterile space for members of the SCU community to test

  • Research Assistant, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

    Feb 2019 - now

  • COVID-19 Testing Center Student Assistant

    Sept 2020 - now