Ali Rachel Silverman's resume summarizes her education and experience. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Florida State University with a 3.2 GPA and a minor in Chemical Sciences. Her professional experience includes working as an undergraduate research assistant in Dr. Charness's lab, shadowing a urologist, and currently working as a barista. She has also volunteered with organizations like the Florida Brain Tumor Association and Girl Scouts of America.
1. Ali Rachel Silverman
1516 SE 6th Street Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 Phone: 954-806-1330 Email: ars10h@my.fsu.edu
Education
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences – Minor in Chemical Sciences
o GPA 3.2
o National Institute of Health (NIH) PHRP (Protecting Human Research Participants)
Certified Research Investigator
Valencia International Program – Valencia, Spain, May – August 2013
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Professional Experience
C.R.E.A.T.E Lab: Dr. Neil Charness and Dr. Walter Boot August 2013 – August 2014
Undergraduate Cognitive Research Assistant (RA) - FSU
o Enrolling and monitoring progress of study participants
o Cold-call sales to recruit participants
o Aggregating data used to further study results
o Organizing, scheduling and attending of promotional events to increase study awareness and recruit
volunteers
o Evaluated in the field and in labs using clinical and cognitive behavioral methods
o Advancing the functional independence and safety of older adults
Steven Kester, MD (UrologyCenter of Florida – Pompano Beach, FL) December 2012
o Assisted with simple noninvasive procedures (i.e. Ultrasound)
o Comforted patients during obtrusive tests
o Shadowed both the Dr. and nurses, observing all aspects of the practice
Work Experience
Marriott Harbor Beach Resort and Spa – Fort Lauderdale, FL January 2015- Present
Gourmet Coffee Barista
o Complete opening and closing duties
o Take orders, record in MICROS system, and prepare food and coffee beverages
o Count bank at end of shift, complete designated cashier reports, resolve any discrepancies, drop off
receipts, and secure bank.
o Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
o Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’
service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation.
o Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common
goals.
o Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
o Make every experience, for guests and coworkers alike, brilliant.
2. Buyer’s Title, Inc. – Plantation, FL 2009-2011
Receptionist/Front Office
o First point of contact for multi-functional real estate/title/law practice
o Actively utilized a multi-line phone system, which served 50+ employees
o Responsible for managing distribution of all internal/external messages (messages, memos, mail)
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Florida Brain Tumor Association 2006-Present
o Successfully cold-called and contacted 100+ companies encouraging participation in non-profit silent
auction
o Helped organize and coordinate 5K runs to raise awareness for disease
Liquid Motion - Lisa’s School of Dance and Gymnastics 2006-2010
o Volunteered at weekly sessions for dancing with children with physical and developmental disabilities
ACTIVITIES
Florida State University Wakeboard Club 2010-2012
Pre-PA Club – Florida State University 2012-2013
Girl Scouts of America 1996-2010
Plantation Dive Time 1995-2010
AWARDS
ENDO Pharmaceuticals Scholarship Fund Winner 2010
o Awarded to students pursuing degrees in the life sciences who demonstrate academic promise
and personal accountability.