I am a preclinical oncology scientist with a BS in clinical neuroscience. Alongside my professional work, I am pursuing a part-time, online master's degree through the Harvard Extension School to deepen my knowledge and expertise in immunology and cancer research. Outside of the laboratory, I work part time at a climbing gym and am deeply involved in the community. During my free time I enjoy volunteering for UpEnding Parkinson's, an organization dedicated to helping those facing neurodegenerative disease access therapeutic movement, confidence, and community through adaptive climbing. I also actively support the local homeless shelter by crocheting sustainable sleeping mats with recycled plastic bags. Living with chronic health conditions, including type one diabetes, has shaped my perspective as both a scientist and an advocate, and reinforced my commitment to connect and engage with my community. I am motivated to continue to building a career that bridges science with real-world impact, and I seek opportunities that will help me achieve my goals.

• Research Assistant

  Pharmaceuticals · Henry Jackson Foundation

  Jan 2020 – Jan 2023

• Oncology Scientist

  Pharmaceuticals · AstraZeneca

  Jan 2023 – Present

• Swimming

  Varsity

  2012 – 2016

• Research Assistant

  The Henry Jackson Foundation · Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other

  2020 – 2023

  Research topic:

  Radiobiology

• Tutor, mentor, and personal aide

  Volunteering · Roanoke Refugee Program | Virginia Tech

  2017 – 2020

  Mission:

  To assist in after school programs for young children in refugee families, and provide assistance with activities of daily living and adjustment to local refugee families.

• Preparing "plarn" (plastic yarn) and crocheting.

  Volunteering · AstraZeneca

  2024 – Present

  Mission:

  Recycle plastic bags into sleeping mats for thr local homeless shelter.

• Provide top-rope belay and coaching.

  Volunteering · UpEnding Parkinsons

  2025 – Present

  Mission:

  Help community members with neurodegenerative diseases access therapeutic physical activity, gain confidence, and find support in their community.