Accomplished young professional seeking a challenging, entry-level role as a Research Associate or Assistant.

  Recent graduate from Arizona State University with a genuine passion for the health science industries.

  Particularly interested in research and development in chemistry and pharmaceuticals, especially related to quality control of products such as medicine, skincare and supplements.

  Solid listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to build and grow relationships with stakeholders.

  Strong time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks.

  Demonstrated ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.

  Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Bachelor of Science (BS), Health Sciences, Arizona State University Tempe, AZ; earned May 2016

  Coursework: Chemistry I and II; Biochemistry; Organic Chemistry I and II; Physics I and II; Biology I and II; Anatomy I and II; Microbiology; Genetics; Calculus; Western Medicine; and Holistic Medicine.

  Laboratory courses: Chemistry; Biochemistry; Organic Chemistry; Physics; Biology; Anatomy; Microbiology.

  Earned Dean s List honors on two separate occasions for outstanding academic achievement.

  Led intramural soccer team to a pair of championships, including earning MVP honors and acting as Captain.

  Key contributor to a team that captured an intramural softball championship.

2012 Graduate, Santa Monica Catholic High School Santa Monica, CA

  Member of the Health Science Club.

  Co-Captain, Varsity Soccer Team, and Kicker for Senior Varsity Football Team.

  Volunteer at Homeless Feeding Center; Jan. 2012-Mar. 2012

Phoenix VA Health Care System Mar. 2016-May 2016

  Completed a Clinical Internship, performing primarily in the Gastrointestinal Department, as well as the Clinical Pharmacy for Outpatient Surgery and the Mental Ward.

Part-Time Busboy/Delivery Associate, Baby Blues BBQ Venice, CA May 2012-July 2012 & July 2015

  Bussed tables and completed timely food delivery to homes and businesses.

Part-Time Electrical Lighting Assistant, HBO Network Los Angeles, CA June 2015-July 2015

  Worked with colleagues to complete electrical installations and maintain lighting.

Dear Hiring Manager:

With this letter, I wish to express my strong interest in joining your organization as a (INSERT JOB TITLE HERE).

As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, I am an accomplished young professional and recent graduate from Arizona State University with a genuine passion for the health science industries. I am particularly interested in research and development in chemistry and pharmaceuticals, especially related to quality control of products such as medicine, skincare and supplements. I offer solid listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to build and grow relationships with stakeholders, as well as strong time management, attention to detail and organizational skills, including prioritizing tasks. Among my additional unique qualifications and achievements:

  Earned Dean s List honors on two separate occasions while earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Sciences in May 2016.

  Completed laboratory courses in Chemistry; Biochemistry; Organic Chemistry; Physics; Biology; Anatomy; Microbiology, as well as courses in Genetics; Calculus; Western Medicine; and Holistic Medicine.

  Acquired valuable, hands-on experience during a Clinical Internship at the Phoenix VA Health Care System, performing primarily in the Gastrointestinal Department, as well as the Clinical Pharmacy for Outpatient Surgery and the Mental Ward.

  Led intramural soccer team to a pair of championships, including earning MVP honors and acting as Captain.

  Key contributor to a team that captured an intramural softball championship.

As your leader, you will find me to be a team player committed to exceeding your performance expectations. I have no doubt that I would be a valuable asset to your operations, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Nicholas Sands

310-902-1294