1. Jorge Lopez Perez
20760 SW 126 CT, Miami, FL 33177
(786)-457-9275
jlope448@fiu.edu
EDUCATION
Florida International University (FIU) Graduated April 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Chemistry
Pre-medical track
GPA 4.0
Miami Dade College-Kendall Campus (MDC) Graduated April 2012
Associate in Arts Degree in Biology/Pre-Med
GPA: 3.88
Work Experience
Florida International University January 2016 – Present
Tutor – University Learning Center
 Tutor for Biology, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Genetics.
 Provide one-on-one assistance to students needing help with their class assignments.
 Help improve the learning experience for many students by mentoring on studying techniques.
Florida International University January 2016 – Present
Teaching Assistant
 Instruct General Chemistry II Laboratory (CHM1046L).
 Provide group and one-on-one assistance to students needing further explanation.
 Work closely with faculty to enhance the learning process and facilitate student participation and
success.
Florida International University August 2015 – December 2015
Laboratory Technician – Dr.Laura Serbus
 Confocal Microscope Usage.
 Fly dissection for Ovary collection.
 Preparation for visualization of bacteria from the egg chambers collected from fly’s ovaries
(rinsing, fixation, and DNA staining).
 Chemical Management.
 Supply Management.
 Lab coordination.
Florida International University January 2015 – May 2015
Teaching Assistant
 Instruct General Chemistry I Laboratory (CHM1045L).
 Provide group and one-on-one assistance to students needing further explanation.
 Work closely with faculty to enhance the learning process and facilitate student participation and
success.
Fox Medical Centers – Homestead Plaza January 2014 – December 2014
Physician Shadowing/Scribe
 Accurately and thoroughly documented medical visits and procedures on EMR software as they
were being performed by the physician.
 Measured patients’ vital signs.
 Served as a laboratory assistant naming blood and urine samples and sending to lab for analysis.
 Kept and updated confidential records and documents.

2. West Kendall Baptist Hospital March 2014 – August 2014
Volunteer
 Greeted visitors and callers in a friendly and professional manner to handle inquiries and provide
assistance.
 Manage the front desk and reception area in a neat and organized manner.
 Perform daily office activities, such as scanning and filing confidential contracts and documents.
 Provide transportation services to employees, family members, and patients.
Research Experience
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden August 2013 – August 2016
Research Assistant
 Preparation of orchid seed baits.
 Experimental data entry.
 Preparation of culture media for fungal culture.
 Placement and distribution of orchid seeds at natural preserves.
 Root preparation for fungal extraction, and conservation.
 DNA extraction from plant roots and fungi.
 PCR and Electrophoresis of extracted DNA.
 ExoSAP-IT for PCR product clean up.
 DNA Sequencing Reaction.
Florida International University July 2014 – December 2015
Research Assistant
 Confocal Microscope Usage.
 Fly dissection for Ovary collection.
 Preparation for visualization of bacteria from the egg chambers collected from fly’s ovaries
(rinsing, fixation, and DNA staining).
Skills
 Fluent in Spanish
 Strong interpersonal and communication skills
 Highly organized and detail-oriented worker with strong multitasking, analytic, and problem-
solving skills
 Responsible, professional, and punctual
 Able to work well within a group or team but also functions well independently
Leadership Experience
American Red Cross July 2014 – May 2015
Youth Program Coordinator/Red Cross Club at FIU Coordinator
 Preparation of general meetings for all club leaders.
 Planification of the annual activity schedule.
 Preparation for FIU Club Fairs.
 Management of members and club policies.
 Event coordination.
Certifications
 Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
 CPR/AED Adult

3. Honors and Awards
Ben Granoff Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Dean’s List Achievement since Spring 2011
Sedano’s Family First Generation Scholarship Recipient
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society. Member since March 2015
UWS Sanchez Grand Prix Scholarship Recipient
Max D. Potosme First Generation Scholarship Recipient
Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. Member since April 2016
“Willing to relocate”

4. Professional References for:
Jorge Lopez Perez
20760 SW 126 CT
Miami, FL 33177
Phone: 786-457-9275 Email: jlope448@fiu.edu
Zoe McKenzie
Director
West Kendall Baptist Hospital – Volunteer Services
9555 SW 162nd Ave
Miami, FL 33196
Phone: 786-467-2141
Jason Downing, PhD
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, Research Mentor
DNA Laboratory
10901 Old Cutler Rd
Miami, FL 33156
Phone: 305-942-1737
Sandra Monzon
Employee Supervisor
Fox Medical Center – Homestead Plaza
1555 N Krome Ave
Homestead,FL 33030
Phone: 305-248-6666
Lissette Varela
Volunteer Management Specialist
American Red Cross – Greater Miami and The Keys Chapter
335 SW 27th
Avenue
Miami, Florida 33135
Phone: 305-644-1200
Laura Serbus, PhD
Cell Biology Professor and Research Mentor
Florida International University – Department of Biology
11200 SW 8th
ST
Miami, Florida 33174
OE-210
Phone: 305-348-7615
Uma Swamy, PhD
General Chemistry Professor and Supervisor
Florida International University – Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
11200 SW 8th
ST
Miami, Florida 33174
CP-316

5. Phone: 305-348-2606
Palmer Graves, PhD
General Chemistry Professor and Supervisor
Florida International University – Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
11200 SW 8th
ST
Miami, Florida 33174
CP-302
Phone: 305-348-3496