Angel Lu
Rapid City
Summary
Motivated Biology major and Tiospaye Scholar with hands-on experience in microbiology research, clinical shadowing, and healthcare data management. Skilled in Excel, EHR systems (Tebra), and lab techniques such as HPLC, microscopy, and proteomic analysis. Passionate about advancing representation in STEM and pursuing a career in healthcare or biomedical research.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Tiospaye Scholar
SDSM&T
08.2024 - Current
- Selected for a competitive NSF-funded program supporting Native American students in STEM through academic, financial, cultural, and professional development.
- Contributed to the Tiospaye community by attending weekly meetings, participating in campus events, and volunteering in outreach and mentoring activities.
- Engaged in a collaborative academic environment focused on retention and graduation success for underrepresented students in science and engineering.
AISES
AISES
08.2024 - Current
- Attended meetings and national conferences focused on advancing Indigenous representation in STEM.
- Engaged in networking, academic support, and professional development activities with fellow Indigenous STEM students.
Research Assistant
SDSM&T
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted research on non-pathogenic bacterial strains to explore growth dynamics, enzyme activity, and exopolysaccharide (EPS) production.
- Utilized genomic and proteomic techniques to analyze microbial metabolic pathways and characterize biomolecule expression.
- Performed EPS extraction and biochemical characterization using HPLC, microscopy, and other analytical methods.
- Prepared bacterial cultures, media, and reagents while maintaining sterile technique and lab safety standards.
- Analyzed and interpreted data using analytical software; presented findings in lab meetings and collaborative discussions.
Job Shadow (Cardiology)
Monument Health Heart and Vascular Institute
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Completed 40 hours of clinical shadowing under Dr. Alexander Schabauer, M.D., FSVMB, FACC, a board-certified specialist in cardiology, vascular medicine, and nuclear cardiology.
- Observed diagnostic and consultative procedures, including EKGs, stress testing, and evaluations for venous insufficiency, hypertension, and cardiac arrhythmias.
- Gained insight into cardiovascular imaging, non-invasive diagnostic tools, and the role of nuclear cardiology in patient care.
- Learned how physicians communicate with patients and interpret diagnostic results within the broader healthcare team.
- Exposed to electronic health records (EHRs), insurance workflows, and HIPAA-compliant patient data management.
Data Analyst
Capital Brain and Spine
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Compiled, cleaned, and reorganized patient health records using Microsoft Excel and Tebra EHR system.
- Migrated datasets from spreadsheets to a new platform for clinical use, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards.
- Collaborated with team members via Microsoft Teams to coordinate data verification and maintain accuracy.
- Gained hands-on exposure to medical data management workflows within a neurosurgery clinic setting.
- Completed HIPAA Training (Texas Medical Association) to ensure secure data handling.HIPAA Training for Medical Office Staff – Texas Medical Association Completed August 16, 2024
- Earned 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and 1.25 Ethics credits
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Certificate ID: 1458548
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
Rapid City05-2026
Associate of Science - Life Sciences
Oglala Lakota College
Kyle, SD05-2023
Skills
- Microsoft Excel (data cleaning, organization)
- Electronic Health Records (Tebra, HIPAA-compliant handling)
- HPLC and microscopy techniques
- Genomics and proteomics analysis
- Research data interpretation
- Clinical observation (EKGs, venous insufficiency, diagnostic workflows)
- Team collaboration (Microsoft Teams)
- Scientific writing and reporting
- Time management and multitasking
- Public speaking and peer mentoring
Timeline
Job Shadow (Cardiology)
Monument Health Heart and Vascular Institute
11.2024 - 03.2025
Data Analyst
Capital Brain and Spine
09.2024 - 11.2024
Tiospaye Scholar
SDSM&T
08.2024 - Current
AISES
AISES
08.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
SDSM&T
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
Associate of Science - Life Sciences
Oglala Lakota College
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