Andrea Peralta (954) 854-5625 | andreipevi@gmail.com

EDUCATION University of Miami Coral Gables, Florida Bachelor of Science in Biology, Minor in Chemistry December 2015 Relevant Coursework: Biology, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Human Physiology, Genetics; Undergraduate Research WORK & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE University of Miami, Chemistry Department Coral Gables, Florida Research Assistant I February 2016 – Present • Conduct titration experiments in order to analyze the binding constant of a receptor molecule • Measure the extinction coefficient of hosts compounds to calculate the binding constant of a receptor molecule • Analyze data using UV spectrometer, PSI plot

It’s Fun to Learn Weston, Florida Tutor February 2016 – Present • Communicate with parents and teachers to promote student’s progress and success • Explain in detail various concepts in easy-to-understand terms within various disciplines • Work effectively with students of ages 9-14 at different learning levels for approximately 10 hours per week

University of Miami, Chemistry Department Coral Gables, Florida Undergraduate Research August 2014 – December 2015 • Under close supervision of Dr. Angel Kaifer, Ph. D. participated in groundbreaking research project that will improve drug

delivery • Synthesized and modified organic molecules for an average of 10 hours a week • Analyzed data using NMR, MALDI-TOF, ESI mass spectra

University of Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, Nebraska Observer July 2014 – August 2014 • Debriefed individual cases, diagnoses, and treatment plans with the doctor and residents regarding neurological diseases • Attended the doctor on rounds, clinics, and ER for approximately 40 hours every week • Assisted with patients undergoing treatment for diseases, such as Parkinson’s diseases, Dystonia, Ataxia

Pediatric Health of Weston Weston, Florida Medical Records Specialist June 2014 – July 2014 • Shadowed pediatric doctor during day-to-day activities, for approximately one moth, 40 hours a week • Obtained patient history; performed initial patient evaluations in preparation to see doctor • Supported Medical Assistant practicing the physical exam to patients before seeing the doctor

Advance Female Care, Memorial Hospital Pembroke Pines, Florida Observer May 2014 – June 2014 • Addressed patients’ questions and concerns in a professional, efficient manner regarding gynecologic and obstetric treatments and

diagnoses • Observed patient visits, minor procedures and surgeries approximately 40 patients a day

Miami Children’s Hospital Miami, Florida Volunteer September 2012 – June 2013 • Worked with the “Child Life” supervisor in the Emergency Room (E.R) • Accompanied children in the E.R, served as liaison between patient and medical staff • Supported children undergoing a variety of treatment, such as chemotherapy, and surgery • Counseled patients on procedure preparation

Art Institute of Weston Weston, Florida Teaching Assistant August 2010 – June 2012 • Collaborated with full-time teacher to facilitate art projects for 10 children daily • Instructed educational projects and monitored each project’s development • Developed creative outlets by working and illustrating wonderful and extraordinary art project to express themselves

SKILLS, ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS Languages: Native proficiency in Spanish, fluent in English Skills: Leadership skills, well organized, collaborative team player, always willing to support staff, computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Laboratory work, collecting and recording data