Curriculum Vitae
Education
2021
University of Nicosia, CyprusMaster of Science
Blockchain Technology & Digital Currency
Candidate 2022
2019
University of California, BerkeleyBachelor of Arts
Major: Molecular & Cell Biology
Emphasis: Cell & Developmental Biology;
Medical Biology & Physiology
2018
Saddleback CollegeAssociate in Science
Biological Sciences, A.S.
Chemistry, A.S.
2017
Irvine Valley CollegeAssociate in Arts
Social and Behavioral Sciences, A.A.
Physical Science, A.A.
Natural Sciences and Mathematics, A.A.
2017
Saddleback CollegeAssociate in Arts
Health Sciences A.A.
Work Experience
2020-2021
Marvel Clinical Research, Huntington Beach, CAClinical Research Coordinator
Responsibilities
Worked with and under the principal investigator to support, facilitate, and coordinate the daily clinical trial activities. Oversaw the conduct and protocol implantation of 15 clinical trials, including recruitment and screening of candidates, source document preparation, maintaining and following up on adverse events, promptly reporting serious adverse events, and performing required assessments as detailed in the protocol. Prepared and participated in audits conducted by sponsors and other oversight entities. Recruited approximately 250 subjects for a single COVID-19 Antibody study, administered informed consent, and oversaw patients from Screening to randomization and into Main study maintenance visits.
2020
Self-EmployedPrivate Tutor
Responsibilities
Tutored undergraduate students for various courses in individual private sessions; Tutored CHEM 3A/3B (Organic Chemistry I and II) and MCB 102 (Principles of Biochemistry)
2019
University of California, Berkley, Berkeley, CAUndergraduate Student Instructor
Responsibilities
Taught two biweekly discussion sections for an 8-week summer session upper-division course “MCB 102: Survey of the Principles of Biochemistry”; Offered biweekly office hours, answered online discussion questions, took attendance of 44 students, and oversaw accommodations for students within the Disability Student Program; Developed lesson plans, slides, and worksheets, and worked closely with the faculty professor
2016-2018
CVS Pharmacy, Laguna Niguel, CASenior Pharmacy Technician
Responsibilities
Processed, filled, and sold written and electronic prescriptions; managed medication inventory, handled triage of prescriptions and insurance claims
2017
Saddleback College, Mission Viejo, CALearning Resource Embedded Tutor
Responsibilities
Educated students at the Learning Resources Tutoring Center and provided one-on-one aide and support in Biology; Provided aide in laboratory section with experiments, write-ups, and research
projects
2015-2016
In-N-Out Burger, Tustin, CALevel 4 Store Associate
Responsibilities
Gained strong customer service skills and detailed oriented work ethic by being exposed to a fast-paced customer-oriented environment
Volunteer Experience
Molecular & Cell Biology Transfer Mentor
University of California, BerkeleyDescription
Attended and led numerous transfer seminar sessions; gave presentations and speeches to transfer seminar students; attended weekly development training; responsible for mentoring four students throughout the semester
Golden Bear Orientation Leader
University of California, BerkeleyDescription
Led a group of new UC Berkeley transfer students through a weeklong orientation; held group discussions regarding sensitive topics including sexual harassment, mental health, and diversity; gained important soft skills and provided students a foundational
introduction to their university
Health Scholar
Hoag Memorial Hospital PresbyterianDescription
Interacted with patients and performed basic patient care tasks such as feeding, ambulating, changing, and bathing of patients; exposed to various clinical settings and observed numerous procedures and surgeries
Awards & Honors
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Cal Alumni Association Leadership Award |
| 2018 | Dean's List (Spring) |
| 2018 | Phi Theta Kappa All-California Academic First Team |
| 2018 | IVC Honors Program Exemplary Achievement Scholarship |
| 2018 | The University of California, Irvine Research Grant Award |
| 2018 | Outstanding Abstract Award (Honors Transfer Council of California Conference) |
| 2017 | Emergency Medical Technician Occupational Skills Award |
| 2017 | Dean's List (Fall) |
| 2017 | Best Abstract Award (IVC-SC Research Symposium) |
| 2017 | Dean's List (Spring) |
Licenses & Certifications
EKG Technician
National Healthcareer Association Certified EKG Technician Certification #H2K4F9Q7 Certificate
California State University, Long Beach College of Professional and International Education EKG Technician Program Certificate
Phlebotomy Technician
National Healthcareer Association Certified Phlebotomy Technician #P2P7S5S7 Certificate
California Department of Public Health Laboratory Field Services Certified Phlebotomy Technician I License
Emergency Medical Technician
California Emergency Medical Services License #E133380 License
Orange County Emergency Medical Services Accreditation
American Heart Association
Patient Care
Certificate in Patient Experience and Pre-Licensed Clinical Care from the University of California, Los Angeles Fielding School of Public Health Executive Programs in Health Policy & Management
Research Experience
Publications
Yasseen, K. (2019) Antibacterial activity of cinnamon oil and its synergy with vancomycin against Enterococcus faecalis [Abstract]. Building Bridges. 18, 12
Yasseen, K., Luxon R. (2018) Mixture of Cinnamon Oil and Lavender Oil Shows Reduced Antibacterial
Effectiveness Compared with Pure Cinnamon Oil [Abstract]. Building Bridges, 17, 28.
Presentations
Yasseen, K. (2018) Antibacterial activity of cinnamon oil and its synergy with vancomycin against Enterococcus faecalis. Oral presentation at the Bay Honors Symposium, UC Berkeley, Berkley,
CA, May 5, 2018.
Yasseen, K. (2018) Antibacterial activity of cinnamon oil and its synergy with vancomycin against Enterococcus faecalis. Oral presentation at the Honors Transfer Council of California Building
Bridges Conference, UC Irvine, Irvine, CA. April 7, 2018.
Yasseen, K. (2017) Antibacterial activity of cinnamon oil and its synergy with antibiotics against
Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Oral presentation at the IVC/SC Research Symposium, Irvine Valley College, Irvine, CA, November 4, 2017.
Yasseen, K., Luxon, R. (2017) Antibacterial activity of cinnamon oil and its synergy with antibiotics
against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Oral presentation at the Saddleback College Biology Symposium, Saddleback College, Mission Viejo, CA. May 12, 2017.
Yasseen, K., Luxon, R. (2017) Mixture of Cinnamon Oil and Lavender Oil Shows Reduced Antibacterial
Effectiveness Compared with Pure Cinnamon Oil. Oral presentation at the Honors Transfer Council of California Building Bridges Conference, UC Irvine, Irvine, CA. April 1, 2017.
Yasseen, K., Luxon, R., Ramirez, L. (2016) Effects of Essential Oil Combinations on Bacterial Growth
(Mixed Species). Poster presentation at the Saddleback College Biology Symposium, Saddleback College, Mission Viejo, CA. December 2, 2016.
Publications
Yasseen, K., Houlla, B., Kashani, G., Kahn, T. (2019) Antidepressant Efficacy: A meta-analysis of effect size of five common antidepressants [Abstract]. Building Bridges. 18, 46.
Presentations
Yasseen, K., Houlla, B., Kashani, G., Kahn, T. (2018) Antidepressant Efficacy: A meta-analysis of effect
size of five common antidepressants. Oral presentation at the Bay Honors Symposium, UC
Berkeley, Berkeley, CA, May 5, 2018.
Yasseen, K., Houlla, B., Kashani, G., Kahn, T. (2018) Antidepressant Efficacy: A meta-analysis of effect
size of five common antidepressants. Poster presentation at the Western Psychology Association Conference, Portland, OR, April 28, 2018.
Yasseen, K., Houlla, B., Kashani, G., Kahn, T. (2018) Antidepressant Efficacy: A meta-analysis of effect
size of five common antidepressants. Oral presentation at the Honors Transfer Council of California Building Bridges Conference, UC Irvine, Irvine, CA. April 7, 2018.
Yasseen, K., Kashani, G., Houlla, B. (2017). Antidepressant Efficacy: A meta-analysis of effect size of five common antidepressants. Oral presentation at the IVC/SC Research Symposium, Irvine Valley
College, Irvine, CA, November 4, 2017.
Lab Work
UC Student Visitor of the Olgin Lab at the University of California, San Francisco Cardiovascular Research Institute
Publications
Nunes, C.E.P., Yasseen, K., Luxon, R., Williams, H., Koehler, S., Pires, M. (2018) Orchids of the State
Park of Serra do Mar, São Paulo, Brazil Núcleo Santa Virgínia. The Field Museum of Natural History Field Guides. Field Guide #1000.
Poster Presentation
Yasseen, K. (2018) Pharmacoeconomics: The Economic Effect of Brand-name Loss of Exclusivity and Generic Entry. Poster presentation at the Honors Transfer Council of California Building Bridges Conference, UC Irvine, Irvine, CA. April 7, 2018.
Skills and Qualifications
Clinical
Venipuncture
Vital Signs
12-lead Electrocardiography
Basic Airway Management
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Research
Clinical Trial Management Systems
Electronic Data Capture (EDC) Systems
Clinical Trial Procedures
Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
Laboratory Procedures (Western Blot, PCR, etc.)
Computer Literacy
Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe Suite
Statistics: JASP, Excel Data Analysis
Web Design: HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript
Computer Programming: Java, C, and C++
Associations
- American Physician Scientist Association Publicity Chair
- P.E.A.C.E Club Tutoring and Advising Services
- Pre-Medical Honors Society Member
- Muslim Student Association (UC Berkeley) Member
- American Medical Student Association (Saddleback College) Chapter Leader
- Saddleback Pre-Medical Society President
- IVC Psi Beta Psychology Honors Society Member