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Sara Majid

Leuven

Summary

Detail-oriented and motivated undergraduate Research Assistant with practical experience in various laboratory techniques. Proficient in executing spectrophotometry, chromatography, electrophoresis, enzyme assays, and protein purification in biochemistry settings. Skilled in molecular biology techniques including PCR (as well as RT-PCR and qPCR), DNA and RNA extractions, Rapid Alkaline Lysis, Restriction Digest, TOPO Cloning, Yeast Genomic DNA Isolation and Transformation. Known for diligence in experimental procedures and a commitment to contributing effectively to research projects. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in team environments and communicate research findings clearly. Seeking to leverage hands-on laboratory experience and academic background to contribute to impactful research projects in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, and Genetics.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

BIOB11 Study Strategies
09.2022 - Current
  • Edited and refined manuscript for published research paper, ensuring clarity, coherence, and accuracy of content
  • Collaborated in formulating research questions, refining them together with team
  • Conducted data analysis using NVivo and other statistical analysis platforms, deriving meaningful insights.
  • Overcame challenges encountered during the data analysis process through effective problem-solving.

Tutoring

Self Employed
09.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced student comprehension by implementing individualized tutoring strategies.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
  • Led tutoring workshops for groups of students with related tutoring needs.

MyWay.Guide’s creator

MyWay.Guide
01.2021 - Current
  • Successfully communicated with teachers to identify difficult topics and teach different memorization tips and tricks for the materials being taught
  • Efficiently worked with companies to establish tasks and deadlines, laying the groundwork for a future platform.
  • Facilitated clear communication between design team members, ensuring project goals were met on time and within budget constraints.

Azerbaijan Chapter Board Member

IEEE WIE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Women in Engineering)
05.2021 - 06.2023
  • Created collection of research articles that will be translated into other languages to increase the awareness of the population in new scientific research being done
  • Researched for opportunities for Women in Engineering to advertise and get more people to join and benefit from the opportunities
  • Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.

ISO27001 Certification

AISTGroup LLC
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • Created and prepared necessary documents for ISO 27001 certification
  • Effectively collaborated with the Lead Auditor to review documents for improved work management
  • Preparation and tailoring company policies to communicate more clearly with the workers and the client

Director of Research Affairs

Generation Science
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • Planned events to encourage high school students to pursue an interest in STEM
  • Initiated the SHARE project(See, Hear, Articulate, Research, Educate) to give opportunities to students to explore their research interests
  • Updating Generation Science’s website with the recent articles published by the members to make it available for public knowledge

Education

Honors Bachelors of Science - Life Sciences - Biological Sciences

University of Toronto
Canada
04.2025

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Microsoft Office
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Data Analysis
  • Scientific Writing
  • Python Programming
  • R Programming

Certifications and Accomplishments

  • Editor of "All “wrapped” up in reflection: supporting metacognitive awareness to promote students’ self-regulated learning" article published in Journal of Microbiology & Biology Education, November 2023

• Awarded with Dean’s List Certificate, October 2021
• Intellectual Property Management (Special session for AICC), July 2021
• 2021 AICC Online Session 1 (KIPO, KAIST, KIPA), April 2021
• Livingworks START & UTSC – Suicide prevention skills training, March 2021
• Canadian Undergraduate Life Sciences Competition, February 2021
• IP PANORAMA within the framework of the Advanced International Certificate Course (AICC) (KIPO, WIPO, KAIST, KIPA), May 2020
• Executive Course on Intellectual Property and Genetic Resources in the Life Sciences (WIPO), December 2020 

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Turkish
Advanced (C1)
Russian
Intermediate (B1)
Dutch
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Research Assistant

BIOB11 Study Strategies
09.2022 - Current

ISO27001 Certification

AISTGroup LLC
05.2022 - 01.2023

Tutoring

Self Employed
09.2021 - Current

Azerbaijan Chapter Board Member

IEEE WIE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Women in Engineering)
05.2021 - 06.2023

Director of Research Affairs

Generation Science
04.2021 - 04.2022

MyWay.Guide’s creator

MyWay.Guide
01.2021 - Current

Honors Bachelors of Science - Life Sciences - Biological Sciences

University of Toronto
Sara Majid