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Nisreen Azim

Pre-Clinical Research Assistant
Guelph,ON

Summary

Research assistant with 2+ years of lab experience. Proficient in statistical analysis & clinical research. Experienced in working in teams to perform laboratory experiments and gather research data. Able to work quickly and accurately.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Medical Research Assistant

Hadassah Ein Kerem Medical Center
03.2012 - 03.2014
  • Attended and gave seminars under direction of scientific director.
  • Supervised data collection by core research staff.
  • Supervised 5 medical students every semester in their final project.
  • Designed, constructed and implemented research proposals, protocols and procedures.
  • Prepared scholarly manuscripts and final study reports to communicate results of research to broader scientific community.
  • Assisted with analysis of research data in collaboration with research department.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate effectiveness of treatments and diagnostic techniques.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to enhance quality and laboratory processes.
  • Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
  • Analyzed cultures using molecular-based and biochemical techniques.
  • Determined cause of unexpected test results and other issues by identifying and resolving technical and equipment problems.
  • Conducted experiments to evaluate efficacy of drug treatments for various diseases.
  • Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.

Guide and Science Instructor

Bloomfield Science Museum
01.2010 - 02.2012
    • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
    • Entertained tour guests with various props and signs for maximum engagement, fun, and lasting memories.
    • Answered questions, pointed out important features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
    • Guided groups of up to 50 people on scheduled tours.
    • Managed tour groups by keeping on schedule and quickly handling issues to promote positive experiences.
    • Adapted to unexpected schedule changes by being flexible and adjusting itineraries to keep tours moving smoothly.
    • Delivered timely and accurate updates to tour coordinator regarding tour progress.
    • Collaborated with other tour guides to provide comprehensive and enjoyable experience.
    • Inspected tour sites for potential hazards and arranged for repairs when needed.
    • Checked museum displays for cleanliness, safety and functionality.
    • Worked closely with management staff to create new and lucrative tours.
    • Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.

Research Assistant Intern

Institute For Medical Research Israel-Canada

The research area focus was on investigating the Sodium-Potassium-ATPase and its regulation by cardiac steroids such as Ouabain, Digoxin and Bufalin to observe how these cardiac steroids effect the heart function and determine the levels of endogenous Sodium-Potassium-ATPase inhibitors on pathological states such as hypertension, preeclampsia, malignancies, manic depressive illnesses and other conditions.

• Applying different cardiac steroids in different amounts in a zebra-fish medium and measure the heart perimeter during systolic and diastolic times under a special device that captures pictures and has the tools to do accurate measurements at the same time it transfers pictures with measurements to a connected computer.

  • Analyzing data that received from experiment and using excel to analyze the heart volume and pressure.
  • Reading related articles and references that have been done recently in field.
  • Changing fluids and nutrients in zebra fish aquariums.
  • Attending weekly seminars in different research areas within institute.
  • Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.

Physician Assistant

Bikur Holim Hospital- Pediatrics
06.2007 - 09.2011
  • Performing general and specific administrative duties.
  • Communicating by phone, email, fax and in person.
  • Checking patient's vitals.
  • Recording patients' medical history, information such as test results in medical records.
  • Greeted visitors and registered patients.
  • Prepared exam room.
  • Assisting physician during exam.
  • Clean and sterilize medical equipment.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Restocked each medical room with adequate supply of medications and supplies in preparation for patients.

Educational Tutor

PERACH Israel

PERACH is a national program for social impact program that designated to help needy children from underprivileged backgrounds.

  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Giving the child personal attention (often sorely lacking) and serving as a role model.
  • Supporting the child's well-being and social - emotional skills.
  • Helping children realize their potential and blossom into motivated individuals.

Child Caregiver

Self Employed
01.2019 - 09.2023
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patient achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Handling daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Transported patient to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Supported patient with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Monitored patient's vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - Clinical Research Associate

The Michener Institute For Applied Health Sciences
Toronto, ON
09.2017 - 04.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Biology Courses

University of Toronto
Mississauga, ON
09.2015 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences - Honours

Hadassah Academic College- Jerusalem
Jerusalem
09.2007 - 08.2012

Skills

    Verbal and written communication

Reading level analysis

Group tutoring

Decision-Making

Written Communication

Dependable and Responsible

Multitasking Abilities

Excellent Communication

Organizational skills

Specimen collections

Trial management

Study protocols

Good Clinical Practices

Research SOPs understanding

Schedule Coordination

Google Workspace

PPE Compliance

Planning and Coordination

Data Entry

Maintenance and Repair

Ethics committee guidelines

Diagnostic equipment expertise

Medical office administration

Medical Records Management

Physician assistance

Healthcare coding

Transcription of medical notes

Understanding of medical terminology

Understanding of medical ethics

Managing patient records

MS Office

Flexible and Adaptable

Teamwork and Collaboration

Interpersonal Communication

Accomplishments

    Scholarship grant - based on high school grades. Issued by American friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

Certification

Research Ethics based on the Tri-Council Policy Statement : Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2 : CORE 2022)

Software

SAP

R programming

Microsoft Office

ARGUS software

courses

  • Data science in stratified health and precision medicine. University of Edinburgh through Coursera.

- learned about thedifferent types of data and computational methods involved in stratified healthcare and precision medicine.

- gained hands-on experience of working with such data.

- This course gave me an introduction to the data sciences from a healthcare perspective.

  • Medical terminology specialization . Rice university through Coursera .

- Learned new concepts from industry experts.

- Gained a foundational understanding of a subject or tool.

  • writing in the sciences. Stanford university through Coursera.

- Had a good understanding of principles of good writing, tricks for writing faster and with less anxiety, the format of a scientific manuscript, peer review, grant writing, ethical issues in scientific publication, and writing for general audiences.

Thinking critically : interpreting Randomized clinical trials.

Stanford University School of Medicine.

Unconscious Bias in Medicine.

Stanford University School of Medicine

Antimicrobial Stewardship: Improving Clinical Outcomes By Optimization of Antibiotic Practices.

Stanford University School of Medicine

Volunteering

English as a Second Language Tutor - Mississauga Secondary school (MSA) (July.2015-October. 2015)

  • Assigned sight words and extended vocabulary using phonetic instruction.
  • Built opportunities for real-world language use and learning outside classroom or formal learning environment.
  • Assessed student proficiency and designed lesson plans to target weak areas.
  • Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.

School volunteer - Sir Isaac brock public school , Guelph (Sep.2023 - Present).

Timeline

Advanced International Pharmacovigilance and Argus Safety Certification (APVASC)

03-2024

Descriptive Healthcare Analytics in R

08-2022

Research Ethics based on the Tri-Council Policy Statement : Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2 : CORE 2022)

02-2022

Child Caregiver

Self Employed
01.2019 - 09.2023

Post Graduate Certificate - Clinical Research Associate

The Michener Institute For Applied Health Sciences
09.2017 - 04.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Biology Courses

University of Toronto
09.2015 - 05.2017

IELTS Exam band 7

07-2015

Medical Research Assistant

Hadassah Ein Kerem Medical Center
03.2012 - 03.2014

Guide and Science Instructor

Bloomfield Science Museum
01.2010 - 02.2012

Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences - Honours

Hadassah Academic College- Jerusalem
09.2007 - 08.2012

Physician Assistant

Bikur Holim Hospital- Pediatrics
06.2007 - 09.2011

Research Assistant Intern

Institute For Medical Research Israel-Canada

Educational Tutor

PERACH Israel
Nisreen AzimPre-Clinical Research Assistant