Nilah Jordan

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location of Nilah JordanPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Research Specialist | Patient Care Technician at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

  • Education

    • University of pittsburgh

      2020 - 2024
      Bachelor of science - bs neuroscience

      Activiteiten en verenigingen:Controlled Chaos Hip Hop Dance Crew, Ya'Baso African Dance Team Minors: Chemistry, Africana Studies, Hispanic Language and Culture Certificate: Conceptual Foundations of Medicine

    • Springside chestnut hill academy

      2016 - 2020
      High school diploma
  • Experience

    • Future stars camps

      Jun 2020 - Aug 2021
      Lead camp counselor
    • Shake smart

      Jan 2021 - Apr 2022
      Team member
    • Upmc

      Jun 2022 - now

      The Joffe lab uses model organisms to understand discrete prefrontal cortex circuits and the role G-Protein coupled receptors have within these circuits. We look at neuron activity, synaptic plasticity, and animal behavior are regulated by these GPCRs. -Facilitate the recovery of the ill and injured by providing them critical everyday assistance. -Perform clinical skills such as monitoring vital signs, ECG signals, and overall patient condition. Take fluid samples and other specimens for testing. -Assist nursing staff with administering basic treatments and care for patients.

      • Research Technician

        Sept 2024 - now
      • Patient Care Technician

        Jun 2022 - now
    • University of pittsburgh

      Aug 2022 - Jun 2024
      Undergraduate researcher

      -Assist in performing behavioral tasks with mice. Collect and organize quantitative data based on the results from the experiments. - Conduct research experiments such as PCR, Gel electrophoresis, and RNA scope. Utilize equipment such as Vibrotome and cryostat. - Laboratory techniques include micro pipetting, aseptic techniques, labeling, and recordkeeping.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Basic life support for healthcare providers (bls)

      American heart association
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Nilah Jordan
      Dean's List Fall 2023 University of Pittsburgh Dec 2023
    • Awarded to Nilah Jordan
      Center for Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh Summer Undergraduate Research Program Fellowship University of Pittsburgh May 2023 This fellowship allowed me to work under mentor Dr. Max Joffe for 10 weeks as a full-time researcher. The program concluded with a final presentation of the work accomplished during this time. Program Goals: To give qualified students the opportunity to experience the challenges and rewards of intensive, hypothesis-driven laboratory research in neuroscience.To teach the technical features of a research project. These may include neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, molecular biology, brain… Show more This fellowship allowed me to work under mentor Dr. Max Joffe for 10 weeks as a full-time researcher. The program concluded with a final presentation of the work accomplished during this time. Program Goals: To give qualified students the opportunity to experience the challenges and rewards of intensive, hypothesis-driven laboratory research in neuroscience.To teach the technical features of a research project. These may include neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, molecular biology, brain imaging, computer simulations, neuropsychology, or behavioral assessments. Show less
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Pharmacy Assistant

      Issued by UPMC on Jan 2022
      UPMCAssociated with Nilah Jordan
    • COVID-19 Screener

      Issued by UPMC on Mar 2021
      UPMCAssociated with Nilah Jordan