Isabella Raieta

I am a highly organized and reliable research specialist capable of grasping new skills and concepts quickly, solving complex problems, and working efficiently with a team. I am seeking a career change to a position involving assisting medical providers in a healthcare setting. I have gained techniques and understanding from my education and research that would allow me to seamlessly transition to working in healthcare. 

Research Specialist I, Addiction Sciences Division
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC / Sep 2021 - Present

• Displayed strong organizational and multitasking abilities by independently conducting multiple mice cohort studies simultaneously, 60 to 96 mice per study
• Maintained databases containing large amounts of information for future reference
• Prepared syringes and solutions, including the preparation of pharmaceutical drugs and hormones for manipulation of behavioral testing
• Administered intraperitoneal and subcutaneous injections
• Obtained blood samples via periorbital puncture for blood alcohol concentration readings
• Performed surgical procedures in mice, such as non-survival transcardiac perfusions and non-survival rapid decapitation
• Extracted mice brains for tissue collection and analysis
• Sliced tissue sections of frozen brains using a cryostat microtome and mounted brain tissue on slides for microscopic examination
• Learned various behavioral tests utilizing rodent models, such as lever response paradigms under fixed ration schedule, chronic intermittent exposure to ethanol, and stress procedures

Chemistry Supplemental Instruction Leader
College of Charleston Supplemental Instruction, Charleston, SC / Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

• Designed and facilitated three study sessions per week for Principles of Chemistry II students to improve student retention and success within a historically difficult class
• Utilized active listening techniques to identify challenges and develop targeted solutions for students
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills through facilitating group discussions, leading review sessions, and providing individualized assistance

College of Charleston, Charleston, SC

Bachelor of Science in Biology, Minor in Chemistry (May 2021)

Awards & Honors :
Summa cum laude, GPA ≥ 3.900
President's List Spring 2018 – Spring 2021
College of Charleston Merit Scholarship
Outstanding Student Award, recognized for distinguished performance in the Department of Biology at graduation

Relevant coursework: Medical Vocabulary and Anatomy, Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Cell Biology, Immunology, Introduction to Medical Humanities 
Educational Goal: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies