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.
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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