Jiawei (Julia) Sun
Davis
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Division Member
Neurotech
Davis
09.2025 - Current
- Contributed to the business sector of neurotech by learning about consulting and participating in case competitions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Gray Lab Intern
UC Davis Gray Lab
Davis
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Ran PCRs and performed genotyping in the lab.
- Assisted in conducting experiments under supervision of senior researchers.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured proper functioning of tools.
- Prepared samples and reagents for various research projects and tests.
Neuroscience Research Intern
McLean Hospital
Belmont
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted defeat experiments on transgenic mice, Fos-TRAP Ai14 tdTomato (+4OHT), and analyzed the data collected.
- Learned how to run experiments, slice mice brains in cryostat, perform crystal violet staining, use QuPath for data analysis, lab safety, and ethical standards for research.
Cancer Kids First Chapter President
Cancer Kids First
Lexington
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Led chapter as president and co-founder, guiding team initiatives.
- Organized fundraising events to support families affected by cancer.
- Fostered partnerships with 6 local chapters, coordinated charity drives, and led bake sales.
- Coordinated volunteer activities to enhance community engagement and support.
- Developed educational materials for families navigating cancer treatment options.
Volunteer
Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Newton
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Facilitated patient comfort rounds, wayfinding, clerical tasks, and transportation of items or patients to enhance patient experience.
- Aided staff and gained insights into hospital operations and patient care processes.
- Assisted medical staff with patient care and comfort during hospital visits.
- Organized and maintained patient records for easy access and retrieval.
- Supported administrative tasks in the volunteer office, ensuring smooth operations.
Zon Lab Intern
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Utilized the zebrafish model system and cutting-edge technologies to study the role of gene expression in hematopoiesis, cancer, and more.
Coding Tutor
ROC Code
Pittsford
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Instructed students of all ages in Python programming, fostering understanding of coding concepts.
Zon Lab Mentor
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston
07.2025
- Mentored Boston Children's Hospital Camp Zon interns.
- Helped interns analyze data from flow cytometry and fluorescent microscopy.
- I also guided them in the creation of a research project utilizing zebrafish that uncovered the role of gene expression in hematopoiesis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neurobiology
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA06-2029
High School -
Lexington High School
Lexington, MA06-2025
High School -
Mendon High School
Pittsford, NY12-2022
Skills
- Data analysis
- Research methodology
- Business research
- Data visualization
- Project management
- Process optimization
- Microsoft office
- Google Workspace
- Analytical
- Scientific writing
- Task prioritization
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Team management
- Collaboration
- Effective communication
- Detail orientation
- Teamwork
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Scientific writing
- Business documentation
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Laboratory techniques
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Research methodologies
- Fundraising strategy
Certification
CPR, Harvard Medical School, 2023
Extracurricular Activities
- Harvard University: Seven-Week Summer Program for High School Students Neurobiology Student (Grade: A)
- Boston Children's Hospital Zon Lab Intern
- Boston Children's Hospital Zon Lab Mentor Intern
- Cancer Kids First Lexington Branch President
- Newton-Wellesley Hospital Volunteer
- Harvard Medical School MEDscience
- UC San Diego Psychology and Neuroscience Summer Course
- Boston Leadership Institute Neurosurgery Research Summer Course
- Vice President and Executive Council
- ROC Code Python Tutor
- Private Piano Lessons
- Robotics Club
- Newspaper Club
- Yearbook Club Treasurer
- Literary Magazine Club
- Bookstore Volunteer
- JV Basketball
- JV Softball
Awards
- Honor Roll
- National Honor Society
- College Board AP Scholar
- Model United Nations Honorable Mention
- The National French Contest Honorable Mention
- First Place Winner 2023 AFAF Romantic Era Piano Competition
- First Place Winner 2023 Elite International Piano Competition
- First Place Winner 2024 AFAF Stay at Home International Piano Competition
- First Place Winner 2024 AFAF Regular Season Piano Competition
- Third Place Winner 2024 American Protégé Music Competitions Piano Competition
Languages
- English, Native/Bilingual
- Chinese (Mandarin), Native/Bilingual
- French, Proficient
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Accomplishments
College Board AP Scholar
Timeline
Business Division Member
Neurotech
09.2025 - Current
Gray Lab Intern
UC Davis Gray Lab
09.2025 - 12.2025
Neuroscience Research Intern
McLean Hospital
08.2025 - 09.2025
Zon Lab Mentor
Boston Children's Hospital
07.2025
Cancer Kids First Chapter President
Cancer Kids First
08.2023 - 06.2025
Zon Lab Intern
Boston Children's Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
Volunteer
Newton-Wellesley Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2024
Coding Tutor
ROC Code
09.2021 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Neurobiology
University of California, Davis
High School -
Lexington High School
High School -
Mendon High School