1. John Doe
PO Box 9876543 · Durham, NC, 27708 · (919) 123-4567 ⋅ john.doe21@duke.edu
Education Duke University, Durham, NC Aug 2008-present
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Pharmacology Concentration
Cumulative GPA to date: 3.75
Research Raising Interest in Science Education, Duke University Aug 2010- present
Experience Writer, Researcher
Develop a companion teacher’s manual for a 3D interactive simulation of ethanol metabolism in the Duke
Immersive Virtual Environment (DiVE).
Determine educative efficacy of said manual and simulation. Ascertain relative effectiveness of 2D flat screen
representation in lieu of 3D immersive experience
Received $350 in funding from Duke Undergraduate Research Support
Tso-Pang Yao Laboratory, Pharmacology & Cancer Biology, Duke University Jun 2009 – Jun 2010
Research Fellow
Established HDAC6 involvement of phagocytosis in RAW 264.7 mouse macrophage cells through
cellular immunofluorescence and confocal microscopy techniques. Confirmed findings by
demonstration of clear phagocytosis inhibition post-administration of histone deacetylase inhibitor
trichostatin A.
Investigated the potential role of HDAC6 in clearance of misfolded, aggregated proteins.
Received $3,300 in funding from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
Eye Center & Center for Human Genetics, Duke University Medical Center Jul 2007, Sep 2010 – present
Research Assistant
Assist in ascertaining relation of age-related macular degeneration to dieting, genetics, lifestyle, and
other dimensions. Manage and update clinical databases.
Investigated missing patient information and loss of communication. Developed clinical packets.
Ross A. Widenhoefer Laboratory, Chemistry, Duke University Feb 2009 – May 2009
Research Assistant
Synthesized various substrates for use in organotransition metal catalyst applications. »
Purified molecules via column chromatography. Analyzed molecules with various chromatographies
and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.
Leadership (Tong-De) Daoist Association Aug 2006-present
& Activities Head of Adolescent Affairs; Lecturer, Translator
Prepare curriculum for, and lead, adolescent seminars.
Translate lectures from Mandarin Chinese to English. Liason for English speakers.
Provide technical support.
Infinite Zero Mar 2010- present
Founder, Writer, Translator, Administrator, Webmaster
Established infinite0.com, a gateway and forum for intense philosophical thought for independent
thinkers.
Facilitate discussions. Translate such Chinese classics as (Dao De Jing).
Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity Dec 2008- Sep 2009
Historian, Member
Tutored residents of TROSA (Triangle Residence Options for Substance Abusers).
Tutored elementary school children at the John Avery Boys and Girls Club.
(over, please)
2. PlanV Aug 2009-present
Webmaster, Member
Make website revisions for PlanV, a Duke campus organization for vegetarian dieting.
Teaching Chemistry Department, Duke University Aug 2010- present
Teaching Assistant
Teach laboratory components of Organic Chemistry I and II.
Well-recognized among students. Extremely high return rate of students for second semester.
Clinical Intensive Care Unit Waiting Rooms, Duke University Medical Center Jan 2011- present
Experience Liaison Advocate, Volunteer
Accommodate visitors in ICU waiting rooms. Take phone messages, check on patient conditions,
act as liaison among visitors, patients, and staff.
Shadowing at Duke University Medical Center Jul 2007 – present
Eric Postel, MD; John F. Rhodes, Jr., MD.
Grants $3,300 from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute for summer research fellowship
& Honors $1,000 scholarship from Sunrise Senior Living
$350 from Duke Undergraduate Research Support for printing of self-authored teaching manuals
Dean’s List, Jan 2009 – present
Skills
Fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese. Proficient at listening and understanding Taiwan
Chemical laboratory techniques: mass spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic
resonance spectroscopy, gas chromatography, column chromatography, thin layer chromatography,
rotary evaporation.
Biological laboratory techniques: cellular immunofluorescence, confocal microscopy, Western
blotting, DNA amplification, protein extraction, polymerase chain reaction, gel electrop
Lifeguard Certification, American Red Cross (2006).
Perfect pitch.
Interests Daoism, philosophy, vegetarianism, new age piano, singing, personal projects, calligraphy,
translating Chinese classics, efficiency, conservation