The document is a resume for Nidhi Shah, who is seeking a position in healthcare or clinical research utilizing her education in biological sciences. She has a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science with a focus on microbiology and biomedical laboratory sciences. Her relevant experience includes coursework and lab work in areas such as chemistry, biology, biochemistry, immunology and more. She also has several years of retail sales experience at Macy's.
1. Nidhi Shah
nidhishah94@gmail.com
(925) 457-4720
SUMMARY
Dedicated and ambitious recent graduate in Biological Sciences, seeking a position in the Healthcare/Clinical Research
field where I can effectively utilize my education and work experience to assist the company’s operations.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Collaborative working style
Detail oriented
Efficient Multi-tasking skills
Creative problem solving skills
Excellent communication skills
Developed research and writing skills in areas of
English and Science
Tri-Lingual: English, Gujarati, Hindi
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
(Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint)
EDUCATION
B.S. Biological Science: Microbiology/Biomedical Laboratory Sciences January, 2015 – June 2016
California State University, East Bay, Hayward,CA
GE Completion (Combined with Diablo Valley College) August, 2013 - December, 2014
Los Medanos College, Pittsburg, CA
Associate ofScience,Natural Sciences August, 2012 - December,2014
Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, CA
ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
General/Organic Chemistry techniques:Nomenclature, Acid/Base reactions, pH, Error analysis, VSEPR theory and
Molecular geometry, Extraction, Filtration, Distillation, Thin Layer Chromatography, Unknown Organic
substance/solid identification labs, Molecule visualization (Marvin)
Biology:DNA structure,Chromosomes during Mitosis/Meiosis, Centrifugation, Gel Electrophoresis, ELISA, PCR,
Unknown BacterialIdentification labs, Statistical methods (Minitab 17)
Biochemistry:Protein research,Amino acids, Glycolysis, Citric Acid Cycle, and Electron Transport Chain
Related Coursework: Immunology, Medical Terminology, Hematology, Parasitology, Microbial Symbiosis, Animal
Physiology, Genetics, Physics, and Calculus.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate August, 2016 – Present
Macy’s Inc.,Walnut Creek, CA
Using previously developed skills to excel in customer service
Working with and assisting My Shop Captain
Commissioned Sales Associate March, 2014 – June, 2016
Macy's Inc.,Concord, CA
Mastered POS and RFID systems to promote efficient sales
Completed routine inventory audits to assist department manager in stock management
Provided exceptional customer service to enhance every customers' shopping experience
Maintained organization and provided recovery of merchandise to assist the merchandising support team
Exceeded daily sales goals at the end of each shift and increased customer loyalty through Star Rewards
Seasonal Sales Associate November, 2013 - January, 2014
Macy's Inc.,Walnut Creek,CA
2. Learned POS and techniques to provide exceptional customer service
AWARDS/CERTIFICATES
Dean’s Honors List/ Honor Graduate December, 2015
Diablo Valley College
Dean’s Honors List June, 2014
Los Medanos College
Advanced Placement Scholar July, 2012
College Board