Oluwadamola Olaiya
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Motivated student and research assistant currently working towards degree in Biochemistry and Economics. Adept at prepping resources, equipment and materials for research. Extensive background in investigating cellular cardiology research. Experienced in conducting laboratory, and clinical research, therefore skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with extensive experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions. Great at working within collaborative environments to collect and evaluate research data for variety of projects.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of Michigan Medicine
08.2023 - Current
- Contributed to the completion of multiple research projects, managing time effectively to meet deadlines
- Presented research findings at university events, showcasing the value of undergraduate research efforts
- Developed skills in various research methodologies, including western blotting, patch clamping,and protein isolation ensuring high-quality work across diverse projects
- Gained proficiency in statistical software packages, including STATA and Rstudio, improving data analysis capabilities
- Organized laboratory materials and maintained equipment for efficient daily operations
- Mentored new Research Assistants, helping them acclimate quickly to the expectations and responsibilities of their roles
- Assisted with grant proposals, providing essential background information to secure funding for research initiatives.
Undergraduate Research Intern
Columbia Univeristy Irving Medical Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Participated in various different cardiothoracic case observations
- Attended clinical and research conferences on cardiothoracic surgery and interventional cardiology
- Participated in research visits and meetings with sponsors
- Shadowed clinical research personnel and attended clinical research procedures and surgeries
- Learned clinical flows and interdisciplinary patient care
- Learned clinical research policies and FDA guidance.
Office Clerical Aide
Compassionate Care Home Health Services
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Organize internal meetings by creating agendas, transcribing minutes and circulating to staff
- Prepare and proofread outgoing correspondence for office staff
- Provide clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements
- Scan and transfer paper documents into Axess health care system
- Provide exceptional customer service to clients, responding to questions effectively
- Effectively handle office communications while adhering to confidentiality guidelines
- Streamline office information management procedures by organizing company records and documents.
Technical Research Project Leader
LayerZero Labs
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to the company
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project team and Layerzero to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays
- Reported regularly to managers on project progress and technical problems
- Built successful project plans covering objectives, resources and staffing to meet schedules.
Outreach Coordinator
Snobby Hills Country Club
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Established and implemented sustainable and diverse funding strategies to support financial and operational objectives of organization
- Liaised with corporate sales and marketing teams to develop and maintain social media promotion, email-based campaigns and other marketing programs
- Pursued quarterly growth targets through strong leadership, analysis, problem-solving, team building and coaching
- Developed network relationships with industry professionals to enhance community awareness and promote services
- Initiated and coordinated visits by influential persons and community groups for marketing exposure.
General Landscaper
The Shank Foundation
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained foundation's horse stables and grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up
- Supervised groundsmen crew
- Worked a wide variety of jobs and was willing to complete any tasks given.
Education
Bachelor of Science Biochemistry -
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI05.2025
High School Diploma -
Homestead High School
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Filing and data archiving
- Project management
- Database management
- Laboratory techniques
- Conducting assays
- Data Collection
- Scientific Writing
- Social media knowledge
- Office administration
- Virtual market understanding
- Commodity risk management
Community Service
Since freshman year of high school where it was a requirement until now, I have dedicated roughly 40 hours of community service every year. I volunteer almost weekly at my local Nigerian Pentecostal church as well as take monthly trips on Saturdays to help out our local food bank in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of Michigan Medicine
08.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Research Intern
Columbia Univeristy Irving Medical Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Technical Research Project Leader
LayerZero Labs
01.2023 - 04.2023
Outreach Coordinator
Snobby Hills Country Club
01.2022 - 12.2022
General Landscaper
The Shank Foundation
06.2020 - 08.2021
Office Clerical Aide
Compassionate Care Home Health Services
01.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science Biochemistry -
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
High School Diploma -
Homestead High School
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