![Khansa Nasir](https://jobicy.com/react/themes/app/images/avatar.jpg) Khansa Nasir # Biological Sciences Student Actively looking · Member since 9 Aug 2025 [Message](https://jobicy.com/dashboard-page.md) ShareLocationUnited StatesDesired salaryUnspecifiedWork preferenceFull TimeExperience levelNot set * [Overview](#overview) * [Portfolio 0](#portfolio) * [Services 0](#services) ## About Professional summaryI am a detail-oriented Biological Sciences student with a GPA of 3.77, possessing hands-on research experience in molecular biology, microbiology, and biochemistry techniques. My skills include DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, ELISA, and bacterial/plant culturing. I am proficient in data analysis, literature review, and scientific presentation, showcasing strong organizational abilities and a proven track record of both independent and team-based lab work. Additionally, I have experience in inventory management, accurate record-keeping, and following detailed protocols to ensure the validity and reproducibility of results. I am multilingual and adept at cross-cultural communication, which enhances my ability to work in diverse environments. ## Skills 6 capabilities[Data Analysis](https://jobicy.com/talent/data-analysis.md)[Leadership](https://jobicy.com/talent/leadership.md)[Project Management](https://jobicy.com/talent/project-management.md)[Relationship Building](https://jobicy.com/talent/relationship-building.md)[Teamwork](https://jobicy.com/talent/teamwork.md)[Technical Writing](https://jobicy.com/talent/technical-writing.md) ## Experience Career history ### Summer Leadership Institute intern · Indo-American Center July 22 – August 22Strengthening South Asian relations among youth, participating in organizing elections, and creative projects throughout the Devon area, building relationships with local authorities to voice South Asian community concerns. ### Vice President · Truman College, Environmental Club Sep 2021 – Dec 2022Organizing and managing community work services, collaboration with Sierra Club for Chicago Beach CleanUp, developing sustainable environment in campus; Hydroponics, building bee colonies, composting. ### Student Organization Ambassador · Truman College, Student Government Association (SGA) Sep 2021 – June 2022Proposing budget proposals and requesting approvals for club projects, building relations with other campus-wide club representatives, updating SGA officials with club’s activities and future project plans. ### Tiny Earth Researcher · University of IL at Chicago 2025Investigated soil bacteria for potential antibiotic-producing strains, isolated, cultured, and characterized microbes from environmental samples, performed serial dilutions, streak plating, Gram staining, biochemical tests, and antibiotic assay, contributed to data analysis and presentation of findings. ### DNA Barcoding Researcher · University of IL at Chicago 2025Collected and prepared local plant specimens from the Apiaceae family for molecular identification, extracted DNA, performed PCR amplification, and analyzed results with gel electrophoresis, analyzed DNA sequences using BLAST to evaluate species similarity and evolutionary links. ## Education Learning history ### University of IL at Chicago Jan 2023 – June 2025Bachelor in Biological Sciences GPA: 3.77/4.00 ### Harry S Truman College Aug 2021 – Dec 2022Associate in Science, Biological Sciences GPA: 3.94/4.00 This professional hasn’t added portfolio projects yet. This professional hasn’t listed any services yet.