Jessica J. Malhotra is a pre-medical student at Quinnipiac University with a 3.94 GPA. She has received multiple academic scholarships and awards for her research investigating the crowding effect on myosin V movement. Jessica has worked as a peer tutor, research assistant, and cashier. She has been involved with several campus organizations, including serving as Vice President of the Quinnipiac Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students.

1. Jessica J. Malhotra
240 Wardwell Street Apt. 19, Stamford, CT, 06902
jessica.malhotra1223@gmail.com ● (203) 536-8926
EDUCATION
Quinnipiac University, College of Arts and Sciences, Pre-Medical Concentration, Hamden, CT Expected May 21, 2016
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Minor in Biology, Cumulative GPA: 3.94, Science GPA: 3.92
Honors: Dean’s List every semester since Fall 2013
Awards: 3 time winner of Wakefern Scholarship ($2,000 per year), Connecticut Food Association Scholarship ($2,000), Trustee
Scholarship ($20,000 per year), First Place in 2015 Quinnipiac Sigma Xi Undergraduate Research Poster Session for “The Biological
Crowding Effect on Myosin V Movement” ($100)
EXPERIENCE
Quinnipiac Learning Commons, Hamden, CT October 2014-Present
Peer Tutor
 Tutor students in general chemistry, general biology, organic chemistry, algebra, single variable calculus, Spanish, and writing
 Teach students study skills based on their individual learning styles
 Provide students with other resources that will help them understand their class material better
 Attend training in which students communicate and share experiences to determine how to become more efficient tutors
Quinnipiac Department of Chemistry and Physical Sciences, Hamden, CT September 2014-Present
Research Assistant
 Investigate the crowding effect on Myosin V movement on actin filaments using in vitro methods to simulate in vivo conditions
 Perform TIRF microscopy and Gliding Filament assays to analyze protein movement
 Prepare stock solutions, buffers, and protein samples, and run SDS-PAGE for Myosin V and Actin
Grade A Shoprite Supermarket, Stamford, CT April 2011-August 2013, Winter 2014
Cashier
 Checked out groceries for customers, honored proper discounts from sales and coupons, communicated with managers to give
customers the best discounts, and assisted in optimizing customer service
 Trained incoming cashiers and packers by informing them of store policies, and taught them how to properly talk to customers
 Developed vast knowledge of store policies and proper work ethics, including dress codes and customer greetings
 Responsible for securing and counting cash contents of cashier tray after each shift
ACTIVITIES
Quinnipiac Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students, Hamden, CT Spring 2015-Present
Vice President
 Provide underrepresented, pre-medical students with knowledge, skills, and experience needed for medical school
 Hold seminars and lectures to increase awareness of the issues that underrepresented communities face
 Encourage an increase in the matriculation of minority students into Pre-Health programs
 Assist in maintaining a webpage to help current and potential members stay fully informed of our events and goals
Quinnipiac Chemistry/Biochemistry Club, Hamden, CT October 2015 – Present
Secretary of Events
 Introduce students to various research opportunities and career paths associated with chemistry and biochemistry
 Plan interactive events that expose students to the sciences and encourage endeavors in research and medicine
United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development Goals, New York City, NY October 2015
Student of Albert Schweitzer Institute
 Represented Quinnipiac University and the Albert Schweitzer Institute at the United Nations Conference
 Learned how diplomats are working towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals for 2030 and initiating methods for
measuring their success
Asian Student Alliance, Hamden, CT September 2013-December 2015
Member
 Raised money for All Girls Allowed to end gendercide in China through bake sales, charity dinners, and fundraising activities
 Planned field trips and events that promote Asian culture in order to bring diversity to and break barriers within the student body
Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps., Stamford, CT Fall 2009-Spring 2013
Unarmed Marching Drill Team Commander (2011-2013), Logistics Supervisor (2011-2012), Executive Officer-Chief of Staff (2012-2013)
 Stored, maintained, and kept inventory of $750,000 worth of equipment/supplies
 Gained basic military and social knowledge, including leadership skills, drill regulation, map reading, first aid, proper etiquette, and
basic personal finance, all of which I had to teach to underclassmen entering the program
SKILLS
Computer: Intermediate knowledge in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Languages: Basic Spanish
Certifications: First Degree Black Belt in Kempo Karate (7.5 years of training)