I enjoyed creating the data we used for the audit study I worked on. We used basic code which was a nice refresher for Python as I hadn't used it in a few semesters. I also liked working on a team and biweekly updates on how the study was going.
What I wish was different
I wish I was assigned to do more and be more involved in the research. While I was an important part of the team, I wanted to do more of the analysis of the data.
Advice
Ask questions. Always try and be more involved or ask if you can work on other projects. I was able to assist in a secondary project within the study a few months in, and I feel like it really enhanced my experience.
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Research Assistant
May 2021 • Chapel Hill, NC
What I liked
I loved the atmosphere and the team I worked with!
What I wish was different
Advice
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Admissions Social Media Intern
June - August 2020 • Chapel Hill, NC
What I liked
Invaluable opportunity to learn about social media management, collaboration, and much more. I have had a wonderful time
What I wish was different
I wish that I had the opportunity to not be remote.
Advice
Make sure you connect with your coworkers and managers and don't be scared to speak up!
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Research associate
June - August 2019 • Chapel Hill, NC
What I liked
Great employer/private investigator. Good Hours
What I wish was different
Less independence
Advice
You’ll learn how much you really like research!!
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Research assistant
May - August 2017 • Chapel Hill, NC
What I liked
Very busy and engaging, learned a lot and felt like it was very helpful in my studies and gained practical experience. I won’t in a lab looking at endothelial cell signalling mechanisms and genetics
What I wish was different
I could continue doing the internship for a longer time. Since it’s so far away I can’t work there during the semester.
Advice
Work hard, do more than what’s expected, ask good questions, and participate.
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Clinical research assistant
June 2018 • Chapel Hill, NC
What I liked
I liked getting the experience. It was very relevant to my field and I learnt a lot of new things and met a lot of new people
What I wish was different
I wish I had known more people going in or had more friends in chapel Hill
Advice
I would definitely recommend this job for anyone trying to get research experience
