Sheikh Jannat
Undergraduate Student
St. John's,NL
Summary
Final-year Undergraduate Student working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. An effective and dedicated learner committed to developing skills and contributing to team efforts. Experienced in various laboratory skills and computational analysis methods. Seeking to further develop expertise in Biochemistry Research through a Master's degree.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Department Of Biochemistry, Memorial University
05.2024 - Current
- Assist graduate students in Structure-Based Drug Discovery Research focused on developing allosteric inhibitors.
- Conduct enzyme kinetics assays on Human Farnesyl Pyrophosphate Synthase, including testing effects of inhibitors.
- Prepare and maintain laboratory buffers and solutions for experimental use.
- Analyze data from enzyme kinetics assays to aid in developing potential drug candidates.
- Maintain and clean laboratory to ensure safe and organized research environment.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Department of Biochemistry, Memorial University
05.2024 - Current
- Employ advanced computational methods to analyze composition of bacterial cell membranes.
- Utilize computational software, including Jupyter Notebooks, Python, and VMD (Visual Molecular Dynamics), for data analysis, visualization, and modeling.
- Perform comparative analysis to identify structural differences among bacterial species.
- Contribute to research addressing antibiotic resistance by understanding bacterial membrane structures.
- Delivered a comprehensive presentation at the end of work term, summarizing key findings and insights gained from project, including advancements in understanding bacterial cell membrane structures and their implications for antibiotic resistance.
Student Assistant
Department of Biochemistry, Memorial University
6 2023 - 4 2024
- Conducted audits by store visits on Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) Tax imposed on beverages.
- Collected and documented data to support research and information-gathering activities.
- Documented observations alongside required data.
- Stayed on top of daily workload with speed and efficiency.
- Entered data into spreadsheets with high accuracy rate.
- Composed clear and concise audit findings to deliver comprehensive audit reports.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Department Of Chemistry, Memorial University
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Contribute to synthesis of 1,4,5,8-tetramethoxyanthracene as precursor for various nanocarbon material at Dr Yuming Zhao's lab
- Applied NMR spectroscopy and Column chromatography techniques to analyze and purify chemical compounds
- Performed reaction workup, including extraction and purification techniques, to obtain final products
- Acquired comprehensive knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and protocols
Assistant Program Coordinator
Internationalization Office, Memorial University
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted with coordination and planning of events at Internationalization Office of Memorial University
- Collaborated with supervisor and coworker to establish program curriculum and goals
- Developed brochures, newsletters, and flyers to create promotional literature for program
- Developed Google Forms to aid and monitor registration for participants for events
- Scheduled and developed program activities in accordance with program needs
- Delegated tasks to volunteers during organized events
- Explained program offerings and requirements to participants and answered related questions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry (major) And Chemistry (minor)
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John’s, NL 01.2022 - 12.2024
Volunteer Experience
YMCA Of Newfoundland And Labrador - Volunteer
01/2023 - Current
- On-going virtual training in YCAN program
- Hosting technology fair at YMCA
- Help seniors with basic technology such as sending text messages, using Microsoft Word, and answering Facetime calls.
Science Rendevous, Memorial University - Volunteer
05/2023 - 05/2023
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong communication skills to convey information to others.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within the appropriate timeframe.
- Set up tables and chairs and unloaded equipment.
- Engaged with children through communication about the event and encouraged them to check out
different activities
Work Experience
Assistant Program Coordinator| Internationalization Office| Memorial University
06/2023-08/2023
- Assist graduate students in Structure-Based Drug Discovery Research focused on developing allosteric inhibitors.
- Conduct enzyme kinetics assays on Human Farnesyl Pyrophosphate Synthase, including testing effects of inhibitors.
- Prepare and maintain laboratory buffers and solutions for experimental use.
- Analyze data from enzyme kinetics assays to aid in developing potential drug candidates.
- Maintain and clean laboratory to ensure safe and organized research environment.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Department Of Biochemistry, Memorial University
05.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Department of Biochemistry, Memorial University
05.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Department Of Chemistry, Memorial University
09.2023 - 04.2024
Assistant Program Coordinator
Internationalization Office, Memorial University
06.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry (major) And Chemistry (minor)
Memorial University of Newfoundland
01.2022 - 12.2024
Student Assistant
Department of Biochemistry, Memorial University
6 2023 - 4 2024
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