Cooper V. - Summer Associate Consultant

Nashville, United States

Experience

Jun 2025 - Aug 2025

3 months

Waltham, United States

Functioned in the Patient Centricity Center of Excellence, simultaneously staffed to three different projects: a rare disease digital ethnography targeted for publication, oncology message testing for competitive positioning, and a neurodegenerative disease landscape analysis across 6 indications and 4 markets to inform clinical trial design
Translated qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights into disease landscapes and patient experiences, crafting clear narratives in the form of high-quality deliverables including PowerPoint decks, insight summaries, and Excel analyses
Collaborated with cross-functional, cross–time zone teams, integrating internal and client feedback to deliver high-quality deliverables on schedule

Jan 2025 - Present

11 months

Nashville, United States

Designing and executing an honors thesis in the Allison Walker lab using machine learning-driven models to predict novel biosynthetic gene clusters possessing antimicrobial and antifungal properties
Developed and utilized skills in analyzing large-scale genomic datasets, running custom scripts on Vanderbilt’s supercomputing cluster, and applying microbiology and cell culture techniques to isolate and extract biologics for mass spectrometry analysis

Jul 2024 - Dec 2024

6 months

Cambridge, United States

Executed high-throughput laboratory experiments including liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, concentration, pH, and endotoxin analysis for quality control of oligonucleotides
Conducted two independent projects: optimizing liquid chromatography methods for new strongly retaining oligonucleotides and performing a freeze-thaw stability study; presented findings to Process Development and Medicinal Chemistry teams
Managed and operated QTOF and SQD mass spectrometry equipment, supporting fast-paced and collaborative research workflows

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

3 months

Lincoln, United States

Developed a synthetic signaling pathway using hydrogels as smart materials under Dr. Stephen A. Morin
Earned a poster presentation award and travel grant, allowing presentation of research at ACS New Orleans

Jan 2023 - Jun 2023

6 months

Belmont, United States

Conducted FDA and DOA-compliant microbiological and chemical laboratory experiments on food and beverage products, ensuring adherence to experimental protocols and sterile technique while handling pathogens in a high-throughput environment
Demonstrated proficiency in advanced laboratory techniques, including microbial identification (Listeria, Salmonella, Staphylococcus), media preparation, and strict adherence to biosafety protocols

May 2022 - Aug 2024

2 years 4 months

Wellesley, United States

Conducted regular home visits, building rapport to provide emotional support to patients in end-of-life and their families
Managed patient records, intake, and scheduling while ensuring accuracy and HIPAA compliance
Completed 40-hour ethics, cultural competence, emotional counseling, and OSHA biohazard training