Amira Ali
Greensboro
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate aspiring physician with experience in clinical care, biomedical research, and community-based education. Demonstrates strong communication, teamwork, and patient-centered care skills across diverse settings. Motivated by personal experience as a first-generation immigrant to support underserved communities and reduce barriers in healthcare and education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Duke University Health System
Durham
05.2025 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, assisted with activities of daily living, and ensured patient comfort to promote overall well-being.
- Monitor and record vital signs, reporting changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
- Conducted hourly rounding to assess patient needs, enhance safety, and improve quality of care.
- Offered emotional support to patients and families, helping to navigate high-stress clinical environments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support efficient patient care delivery.
Research Assistant
Rau Lab, UNC School of Medicine
Chapel hill
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Analyzed experimental results and interpreted findings to support research objectives.
- Assisted with lab experiments and collected high-quality data to advance biomedical research.
- Collaborated with lab members, including graduate researchers, in executing and improving experimental procedures.
- Prepared samples and maintained lab equipment while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Science Educator
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
Chapel Hill
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supervised the “Launch Lab,” guiding children through hands-on experiments and STEM challenges.
- Encouraged curiosity and critical thinking through interactive demonstrations and activities.
- Ensured a safe, supportive, and fun environment for young learners during all programming.
- Performed live science stage shows for children and families, delivering educational content in an exciting and engaging way.
SMART Summer research internship
UNC School of Medicine
Chapel hill
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Accepted into a competitive biomedical research internship at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
- Conducted experiments and analyzed data to interpret results, contributing to understanding of biomedical research.
- Presented research findings at Undergraduates Research Symposium, engaging with academic community and promoting research insights.
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
High Point
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Ensured efficiency and accuracy while serving customers in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and provided excellent service.
- Trained new employees and facilitated team operations to enhance service delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and dining area.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Caroilna At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC12-2025
Associate of Science - Associate of Science
Guilford Technical Community Collage
Jamestown05-2023
Skills
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Laboratory techniques
- Data analysis
- Research methods
- STEM education
- Team collaboration
- Bilingual: Fluent in Arabic and English
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) — North Carolina (2025)
Publications
- Co-author, Genetic Determinants of Heart Failure Susceptibility and Response in the Collaborative Cross Mouse Population. Accepted for publication.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Duke University Health System
05.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
Rau Lab, UNC School of Medicine
05.2024 - 12.2025
Science Educator
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center
05.2024 - 08.2024
SMART Summer research internship
UNC School of Medicine
05.2024 - 07.2024
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill
02.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Caroilna At Chapel Hill
Associate of Science - Associate of Science
Guilford Technical Community Collage