CRamirez_Resume_
Education
Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas Dec 2018
Master of Science in Human Nutrition (Thesis), GPA: 3.82
Certifications
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification 2018
Work Experience
XBiotech, Austin, Texas � Clinical Research Coordinator (40 hrs/week) Jan 2019 � Present
� Establish regular lines of communication plus administer protocol and related study
training to assigned sites
� Evaluate the quality and integrity of site practices
� Manage progress by tracking regulatory submissions, recruitment, case report form
(CRF) completion, and data query resolution
Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas � Graduate Instructional Assistant (20 hrs/week) Aug 2017 � Dec 2018
� Oversaw and instructed the lab portion of the Food Systems course � included
overseeing proper use of kitchen equipment, sanitation, and cooking methods
� Prepared study materials and conducted review sessions prior to test days for the
Introduction to Nutrition course
� Assisted with laboratory upkeep and research related to nutrition in neuroscience
and physical activity
Best Food FITS, San Marcos, Texas � Coordinator (15 hrs/week) Jan 2018 � May 2018
� Created nutrition education materials, weekly menus, and shopping lists for cooking
classes provided to local families
� Supervised cooking classes conducted by Texas State undergraduate students
Greengate Farms, Austin, Texas � Food Justice Advocate (15 hrs/week) May 2017 � Jul 2017
� Harvested, cleaned, and packed vegetables used for Community Supported
Agriculture (CSA) bags
� Initiated and developed relationships with local Austin businesses
� Created communication materials and contact database
St. Johns WIC Clinic, Austin, Texas � Nutritionist (40 hrs/week, During Grad Program: 15 hrs/week) Mar 2016 � Jul 2017
� Assessed clients iron, health history, BMI, and dietary habits to provide proper
nutrition education
� Answered client health and diet questions as well as use the WIC referral system to
refer clients to appropriate providers
Longhorn Village, Austin, Texas � Dietary Aide (40 hrs/week) Dec 2015 � Mar 2016
� Assured work was performed in accordance with all federal and state regulations for
sanitation and infection control
� Helped prepare for meals while maintaining meal schedule as well as performed
cleaning duties
Corpus Christi ISD, Corpus Christi, Texas � Substitute Teacher (12 hrs/month) Oct 2015 � Dec 2015
� Guided the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and
objectives as indicated in the lesson plans
� Provided instruction methods and materials that were appropriate for meeting
lesson objectives
Faith Mission WIC Clinic, Brenham, Texas � Breastfeeding Coordinator / Nutritionist (45 hrs/week) May 2014 � Jul 2015
� Evaluated program operations and developed strategies for program improvement
during weekly meetings with the Director
� Audited folders monthly for quality assurance and in preparation for the State Audit
� Enhanced the Breastfeeding program through internal modifications and various
external outreach projects
� Trained and supervised Breastfeeding Peer Counselors following the proper state
training guides
� Performed clinical duties that assessed client�s iron, BMI and health history for
nutrition assessment and education
Activities
4th Annual Penn State Addiction Symposium, Penn State College of Medicine Nov 2018
� Conducted and participated in the writing of a systematic review for research
related to nutrition and addiction
� Presented a poster on the manuscript titled Nutrient Supplementation for Addiction
Recovery: A Systematic Review
Texas Sprouts, University of Texas Feb 2016 � Dec 2016
� Research project with the University of Texas which provided elementary schools
with a garden and taught nutrition classes for students and parents in order to
examine changes in dietary habits after a year-long intervention
� Assisted with nutrition lessons that involved cooking demonstrations, gardening and
garden walks, and group assignments
Leadership
Nutrition and Physical Activity Lab, Texas State University Aug 2017 � Dec 2018
Principal Investigator
� Prepared research to be approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
� Trained research staff on proper use of equipment in the lab (e.g. BodPod, VO2 max
test, cognitive assessments)
� Conducted and collected data on tests ran on participants
� Analyzed data and prepared manuscript for submission to a nutrition journal
AIESEC, Texas A&M University
Vice President of Communications, Member Aug 2012 � Dec 2013
Honors/Awards
American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education (AAHHE) � USDA Fellowship 2018
Phi Upsilon Omicron Honor Society Aug 2017 � Dec 2018
Education
Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas Dec 2018
Master of Science in Human Nutrition (Thesis), GPA: 3.82
Certifications
ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification 2018
Work Experience
XBiotech, Austin, Texas � Clinical Research Coordinator (40 hrs/week) Jan 2019 � Present
� Establish regular lines of communication plus administer protocol and related study
training to assigned sites
� Evaluate the quality and integrity of site practices
� Manage progress by tracking regulatory submissions, recruitment, case report form
(CRF) completion, and data query resolution
Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas � Graduate Instructional Assistant (20 hrs/week) Aug 2017 � Dec 2018
� Oversaw and instructed the lab portion of the Food Systems course � included
overseeing proper use of kitchen equipment, sanitation, and cooking methods
� Prepared study materials and conducted review sessions prior to test days for the
Introduction to Nutrition course
� Assisted with laboratory upkeep and research related to nutrition in neuroscience
and physical activity
Best Food FITS, San Marcos, Texas � Coordinator (15 hrs/week) Jan 2018 � May 2018
� Created nutrition education materials, weekly menus, and shopping lists for cooking
classes provided to local families
� Supervised cooking classes conducted by Texas State undergraduate students
Greengate Farms, Austin, Texas � Food Justice Advocate (15 hrs/week) May 2017 � Jul 2017
� Harvested, cleaned, and packed vegetables used for Community Supported
Agriculture (CSA) bags
� Initiated and developed relationships with local Austin businesses
� Created communication materials and contact database
St. Johns WIC Clinic, Austin, Texas � Nutritionist (40 hrs/week, During Grad Program: 15 hrs/week) Mar 2016 � Jul 2017
� Assessed clients iron, health history, BMI, and dietary habits to provide proper
nutrition education
� Answered client health and diet questions as well as use the WIC referral system to
refer clients to appropriate providers
Longhorn Village, Austin, Texas � Dietary Aide (40 hrs/week) Dec 2015 � Mar 2016
� Assured work was performed in accordance with all federal and state regulations for
sanitation and infection control
� Helped prepare for meals while maintaining meal schedule as well as performed
cleaning duties
Corpus Christi ISD, Corpus Christi, Texas � Substitute Teacher (12 hrs/month) Oct 2015 � Dec 2015
� Guided the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and
objectives as indicated in the lesson plans
� Provided instruction methods and materials that were appropriate for meeting
lesson objectives
Faith Mission WIC Clinic, Brenham, Texas � Breastfeeding Coordinator / Nutritionist (45 hrs/week) May 2014 � Jul 2015
� Evaluated program operations and developed strategies for program improvement
during weekly meetings with the Director
� Audited folders monthly for quality assurance and in preparation for the State Audit
� Enhanced the Breastfeeding program through internal modifications and various
external outreach projects
� Trained and supervised Breastfeeding Peer Counselors following the proper state
training guides
� Performed clinical duties that assessed client�s iron, BMI and health history for
nutrition assessment and education
Activities
4th Annual Penn State Addiction Symposium, Penn State College of Medicine Nov 2018
� Conducted and participated in the writing of a systematic review for research
related to nutrition and addiction
� Presented a poster on the manuscript titled Nutrient Supplementation for Addiction
Recovery: A Systematic Review
Texas Sprouts, University of Texas Feb 2016 � Dec 2016
� Research project with the University of Texas which provided elementary schools
with a garden and taught nutrition classes for students and parents in order to
examine changes in dietary habits after a year-long intervention
� Assisted with nutrition lessons that involved cooking demonstrations, gardening and
garden walks, and group assignments
Leadership
Nutrition and Physical Activity Lab, Texas State University Aug 2017 � Dec 2018
Principal Investigator
� Prepared research to be approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
� Trained research staff on proper use of equipment in the lab (e.g. BodPod, VO2 max
test, cognitive assessments)
� Conducted and collected data on tests ran on participants
� Analyzed data and prepared manuscript for submission to a nutrition journal
AIESEC, Texas A&M University
Vice President of Communications, Member Aug 2012 � Dec 2013
Honors/Awards
American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education (AAHHE) � USDA Fellowship 2018
Phi Upsilon Omicron Honor Society Aug 2017 � Dec 2018