Samantha Goode
Harwich
Summary
Junior pre-medical student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with a passion for the understanding and treatment of neurological conditions. Dynamic research assistant with a strong foundation in neuroscience and hands-on experience in patient care at Cape Cardiology MD. Proven ability to translate innovative ideas into impactful research, exemplified by presenting interoception research at the international SAS conference.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Carolina Affective Science Laboratory
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Conducted approximately four lab sessions weekly, collecting psychological and biological data on interoceptive abilities.
- Received valuable guidance in how to translate innovative ideas into quality research.
- Pursued an independent project on the mediating relationship between anxiety and interoceptive abilities, and presented the abstract at the Annual Society for Affective Science Conference in Portland, OR, in March 2025.
Medical Assistant
Cape Cardiology MD
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Completed initial assessments of patients by taking vitals, conducting ECGs, and reconciling medications and problem lists.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding health concerns and procedures.
- Responsible for charting, pre-charting, and pulling all relevant medical records prior to visits to ensure comprehensive care.
- Acquired hands-on experience in cardiac care, medication management, and interpreting ECG results under Dr. Eleanor Sullivan.
Intensive Special Education ESY Teaching Assistant
Monomoy Regional High School
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided instruction and care for students with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, and diverse disabilities in the ESY (Extended School Year) summer session.
- Taught essential life, vocational, and communicative skills to help neurodiverse students thrive in the real world.
- De-escalated challenging situations and delivered physical intervention when necessary.
- Developed creative problem-solving skills through hands-on experience in dynamic classroom settings.
- Gained a deeper understanding of the out-of-the-box thinking required for best supporting neurodiverse individuals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience Major, Biology Minor
UNC Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05-2027
High School Diploma -
Monomoy Regional High School
Harwich, MA06-2023
Skills
- Scientific research
- Neuroscience fundamentals
- Computational EEG analysis
- Special education
- Medical assisting
- Patient care
- Clinical charting
- EMR proficiency
Certification
- Group 2 Social and Behavioral Research Training
- Human Subjects Protection Training
- Good Clinical Practice Training
Involvement
- Care Yaya - Patient Care Associate
- Universities Allied for Essential Medicines, UNC Chapter - Medical Brief Editor
- Science in Sevilla Summer 2025 Study Abroad Program
- Carolina Pediatric Attention, Love, and Support Member
- American Legion Auxiliary Massachusetts Girls State Return Volunteer Counselor
- Alpha Chi Omega Sorority Member
Relevant Coursework
- Neuroscience: Introduction to Neuroscience, Learning, Sensation & Perception, Brainwaves, Novel Therapeutics for Neurological Diseases
- Biology: Introduction to Biology, Cell Biology, Stem Cell Biology, Evolutionary Genetics
- Chemistry: General Chemistry 1 & 2, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry 1
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Cape Cardiology MD
05.2024 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
Carolina Affective Science Laboratory
10.2023 - 05.2025
Intensive Special Education ESY Teaching Assistant
Monomoy Regional High School
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience Major, Biology Minor
UNC Chapel Hill
High School Diploma -
Monomoy Regional High School