Emery Sill
San Diego
Summary
I’ve been involved in leading volunteer initiatives and supporting community programs focused on healthcare, mental health, and underserved populations. I’m organized, collaborative, and comfortable working with diverse groups to get things done. Through both service and research, I’ve built strong connections and developed a genuine interest in improving access to care and supporting both physical and mental well-being.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boston University Summer Challenge Program
07.2023
- Participated in an application-based, on-campus summer challenge program
- Studied nutrition and abnormal psychology and presented research and a capstone project to professors and peers
Research Assistant
Cancer Disparities and Cancer Communications Lab
San Diego, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.
- Research Assistant, CCDC Lab, San Diego State University, directed by Dr. Kristen Wells. Support research on cancer disparities and patient navigation interventions, including a metastatic breast cancer study focused on improving treatment adherence and healthcare outcomes in diverse populations.
Med Life Volunteer
Med Life
Tamarindo, Costa Rica
03.2025 - Current
- Traveled to Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Brazilito, and Tijuana, Mexico for health care clinics, where we worked alongside medical professionals in community clinics, assisting with patient care and observing the delivery of healthcare in underserved areas.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
CPR/AED/First Aid
American Red Cross
San Diego, CA
04.2026 - 04.2028
- Attentded hands-on training sessions for CPR and first aid certification participants.
- Administered first aid to individuals during training scenarios to enhance learning.
- Maintained compliance with safety protocols and guidelines outlined by the American Red Cross.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop effective instructional materials for courses.
Founder / Manager
Emery's Kitchen
Chicago
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Founded Emery’s Kitchen, baking and selling granola and shortbread cookies based on family recipes
- Lead a team of 3 bakers in a commercial kitchen, preparing, baking, and packaging products in accordance with FDA and Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) regulations for food businesses
- Illinois Certified ServSafe Food Handler
- Assisted in deliveries of baked goods to distributors, grocery stores, and customers in the Chicago area
- Products sold in twenty local grocery and retail stores, including all Fresh Thyme grocery stores
- Worked in local grocery stores, providing samples of products for sale
- Managed social media presence and assist in marketing efforts to grow the customer base
- Managed weekly farmers market stand, selling our products
Education
No Degree - Psychology, Neuroscience
San Diego State University
San Diego05-2028
Skills
- Experience working in a commercial kitchen
- Personable, adaptable, and creative
- Works well with others
- Good communicator
Certification
- Biosafety training
- Social and Behavioral Research Best Practices for Clinical Research
- Information Privacy & Security (IPS) | Faculty/Staff/Student/IRB Member
- Lab Chemical Safety
Interests
Hiking - Overland Backcountry Expeditions: Rocky Mountains and Appalachian Trail (2019, 2022), Climbed the tallest Mountain in Colorado (Mt Elbert), Nutrition / Wellness
Timeline
CPR/AED/First Aid
American Red Cross
04.2026 - 04.2028
Research Assistant
Cancer Disparities and Cancer Communications Lab
01.2026 - Current
Med Life Volunteer
Med Life
03.2025 - Current
Boston University Summer Challenge Program
07.2023
Founder / Manager
Emery's Kitchen
06.2020 - 05.2024
No Degree - Psychology, Neuroscience
San Diego State University