Jeffrey Z.
About Jeffrey Z.
Jeffrey Z. is an undergraduate learning assistant at Yale University, where he leads problem-solving groups and mentors peers. He holds a B.S./M.S. in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry and Computer Science, and has experience as a software engineer intern and in various leadership roles.
Work at Yale University
Currently, Jeffrey Z. holds multiple roles at Yale University. He has been an Undergraduate Learning Assistant since 2019, where he leads problem-solving groups of 20-30 students. This position highlights his leadership and group facilitation skills. Additionally, he serves as a Peer Mentor for the Science, Technology and Research Scholars (STARS) Program since 2019, collaborating with students and faculty to address learning gaps. Furthermore, he has been an Undergraduate Researcher in the Guo Lab at the Yale University School of Medicine since 2017, contributing to research efforts in the field.
Education and Expertise
Jeffrey Z. studied at Yale University from 2017 to 2021, earning a B.S./M.S. in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry and Computer Science. His academic background includes a strong focus on interdisciplinary subjects, evidenced by his tutoring in computer science, biochemistry, algorithms, and language computation. Prior to Yale, he attended Western Canada High School, where he achieved an Alberta High School Diploma with a 4.00/4.00 unweighted GPA. He also completed the International Baccalaureate program, earning a score of 44/45.
Previous Work Experience
Jeffrey Z. has a diverse work history that includes a Software Engineer Internship at Samsara in 2019, where he worked for two months in San Francisco, California. He also served as the International Finance Director for Operation Med School Career Conferences from 2015 to 2019, overseeing financial operations for the organization. Additionally, he co-founded Helix Health Science Research Opportunities, where he held the position of Chief Operating Officer from 2016 to 2017 in Calgary, Canada.
Leadership and Communication Skills
In his current roles at Yale University, Jeffrey Z. demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills. As an Undergraduate Learning Assistant, he leads groups of students, facilitating their understanding of complex subjects. His role as a Peer Mentor in the STARS Program involves collaborating with both students and faculty to identify and address common learning gaps. This experience showcases his ability to work effectively in team settings and communicate complex ideas clearly.