Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Relevant Experience - Lab Experience
Accomplishments
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Cole Kuznitz

Del Mar

Summary

Highly motivated and results-driven junior undergraduate student at the University of California, San Diego, with a focus on Biochemistry with a minor in Data Science. Proven proficiency in problem-solving and a demonstrated ability to excel within collaborative teams, fostering a positive and supportive environment. Possesses strong time management skills, meticulous attention to detail, and outstanding communication capabilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Waitstaff

BJs Restaurant and Brewhouse
08.2024 - Current

Demonstrate reliability and adaptability in a high-pressure environment by supporting team operations, upholding cleanliness protocols, and maintaining inventory supplies. Proactively manage diverse tasks to improve workflow efficiency and contribute to a collaborative, goal-oriented workplace.

Lab Experience

04.2023 - 04.2025
  • Apply foundational laboratory skills including accurate note-taking in lab notebooks, proper instrument handling, and basic experimental design.
  • Practice error propagation analysis to assess experimental precision, validity, and reliability.
  • Utilize analytical techniques to identify organic compounds, including IR spectroscopy, gas chromatography (GC), column and plate chromatography, and derivative/chemical testing.
  • Perform protein-focused procedures such as electrophoresis, protein purification, column chromatography, enzyme kinetics, and immunochemistry to explore protein structure and function.
  • Employ recombinant DNA methods to engineer viral vectors and induce gene expression.
  • Develop bacteriological techniques to support microbial studies.

Transaction Manager

Board and Brew
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Deliver high-quality customer service by taking and fulfilling orders, preparing food, and coordinating catering requests.
  • Maintain a clean and organized environment, including kitchen, dining areas, and restrooms, in compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Support daily operations through multitasking across food preparation, dishwashing, and bussing, ensuring efficiency during high-volume periods.

Transaction Manager

The Home Depot
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Collaborate with team members to manage front-of-house operations, ensuring smooth communication between customers and staff.
  • Master extensive product knowledge (~40,000 items) and proficiently operate the point-of-sale system to assist customers efficiently.
  • Recognized as Cashier of the Month within the first month of employment for exceptional service and performance.

Activity Leader

Sheraton
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Supervise and care for children in a safe, engaging environment, ensuring their well-being and inclusion throughout daily activities.
  • Plan and implement structured activities that promote participation, creativity, and collaboration.
  • Maintain a positive and supportive atmosphere while managing group dynamics and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry, Data Science

University of California - San Diego
San Diego, CA
06.2026

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Computer skills

Relevant Experience - Lab Experience

Chem 7LM, Chem 43A, Chem 100A, Chem 108, Chem 109, 04/23 - 04/25, Developed basic skills in lab, including how to take notes in a lab notebook, use lab instruments, and how to design experiments, Learned about how to best propagate error across multiple steps of an experiment and accurately interpret the validity and reliability of the results attained, Discovered analytical tools to accurately determine organic compounds, including IR, GC, column and plate chromatography, and the use of derivative and chemical tests., Used electrophoresis, protein purification, column chromatography, enzyme kinetics, and immunochemistry to study protein structure and function., Used recombinant DNA techniques to create viral vectors and induce expression, Learned bacteriological techniques

Accomplishments

  • UC San Diego Provost Honors – Awarded for academic excellence
  • American Legion Boys State – Selected delegate for leadership and civic engagement

Interests

UCSD Club Baseball Team Member – Active participant for 2 years, demonstrating teamwork, commitment, and time management

Timeline

Waitstaff

BJs Restaurant and Brewhouse
08.2024 - Current

Transaction Manager

Board and Brew
04.2024 - 08.2024

Transaction Manager

The Home Depot
06.2023 - 01.2024

Lab Experience

04.2023 - 04.2025

Activity Leader

Sheraton
06.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry, Data Science

University of California - San Diego
Cole Kuznitz