Cover Letter

To whom it may concern,

I am writing to apply for the position of research assistant at OHSU. As a graduate majoring in
Biology at Pacific University and also a pre-med, I have a deep understanding for human biology
and clinical terminology. Under the supervision of my two researching pharmacists at Pacific for
the past year, I was the primary investigator for my research paper on liver enzyme genotype with
Excel and R-language so I am confident with the IRB preparation, statistical data analysis, scientific
report and computer programming, especially with statistical analysis and data visualization on big
data using business intelligence tools such as R-language and MATLAB. I am currently enhancing
my understanding about SAS and Tableau with online certificate courses.
Besides, I had long-term experience with HER, ICD-10 code and medical scribing when I
volunteered as a medical front office staff and worked as a scribe for a physician assistant in a
family clinic so I am familiar with HIPPA and patient care delivery.
Along with my strong science background in clinical terminology and relevant experience, I
believe I can play a great teammate as I also have strong interpersonal skills to ensure effective
communication. As someone who is hard-working and love to learn, I am prepared to challenge
myself and learn new tools to meet our goals.
Highlights of my qualifications include the following:
- A comprehensive knowledge of medical conditions, human anatomy and pharmacology.
- Able to communicate effectively between supervisors and colleagues.
- Capable of performing computer software, data entry and report generating.
I am excited to acquire a deeper understanding of the medical field and different types of
research methods at your facility. Any further discussion about my qualifications would be
appreciated. Below you will also find my references. Thank you for the consideration.

Sincerely,
Man Thai
Phone: (971) 777-4747
Email: thai5782@pacificu.edu
e-portfolio: www.linkedin.com/in/man-thai
 MAN T. THAI

2819A 22nd Ave (971) 777-4747

Forest Grove, OR 97116 thai5782@pacificu.edu
www.linkedin.com/in/man-thai
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PROFILE

Motivated pre-medical student with experiences in both rural clinic and central hospital, domestically and
internationally
Good interpersonal communicator and professional oral presenter

EDUCATION
Pacific University Forest Grove, OR

Major: Biology May 2013 Present

Minor: Psychology
Honors/Awards: Deans List Spring 2014 - 2015
Pacesetter Scholarship 2013-2017
President Scholarship 2013-2017
Eva. Krebs Grant 2014-2017
Sara Hopkins 2015-2016
Scholarship
Capstone Research CYP2D6 phenotype frequency Fall 2016

Language Skills: Vietnamese and Chinese

Coursework: Organic Chemistry Clinical Neuroscience Anatomy and Physiology

Biochemistry Behavioral Statistics Community Psychology
Psychoactive drugs Introductory Physics Cell Biology
Inorganic Chemistry Advanced Calculus Medical Terminology
Bioorganic Parasitology Genetics
Mechanism

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Senior Capstone Project Fall 2016

PACIFIC UNIVERSITY and MOLECULAR TESTING LABORATORY Forest Grove, OR
Collaborated with laboratory supervisor to process patients data of 80000
Analyzed and compared CYP2D6 enzyme phenotype frequencies between
different models in R- language with several statistical tests
Reported the procedure and results in style of a scientific paper
Present at poster session to communicate to audiences from different disciplines

Biomathematics Workshop Summer 2015

PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Forest Grove, OR
Participated in daily lectures of speakers from OHSU
Modeled the annual occurrence of red algae bloom in the Columbia River Estuary in MATLAB
Reported the procedure in style of a scientific paper
Gave oral presentation to communicate the result to audiences from different disciplines.

MEDICAL VOLUNTEERING
General Front Office Volunteer: 2015 2016
GENEVA HEALTH CENTER Forest Grove, OR
Completed front desk tasks including patient check-in and billing along with
medical assistants
Managed patient documents electronically in Practice Fusion

Primary Doctors Shadowing: Spring 2015

GENEVA HEALTH CENTER Forest Grove, OR
Observed physicians and nurses whilst working
Communicated and interacted with patients and staff within the clinic

Orthopedic Surgeon Shadowing: January 2015

WESTSIDE KAISER PERMANENTE Hillsboro, OR
Observed physicians and nurses whilst working.
Communicated and interacted with surgeons and staff within the department.

Patient Advocacy Volunteer: 2014-2015

WESTSIDE KAISER PERMANENTE Hillsboro, OR
Directed and escorted patients in specific area.
Operated beverage cart throughout the building.
Assisted CNA and nurses with preparing beds and stocking supplies.

Physicians Shadow: Summer 2014

CHILDREN HOSPITAL I Ho Chi Minh,
Assisted nurses in daily charting and giving medication. Vietnam
Communicated and escorted patients in and out.
Observed physicians and nurses whilst working.
Rotated within several departments on a weekly basis.

WORK HISTORY

Medical Scribe Fall 2016

MAPLE STREET CLINIC Forest Grove, OR
Effectively observed patient care and accurately documented procedures for charting.
Assisted health providers in organizing chart notes and diagnosis codes.

Language Ambassador Fall 2015

PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Forest Grove, OR
Coordinate multi-cultural events on campus.
Assist professors and staff at Center for Language and International Collaboration.
Promote awareness of diversity between multilingual students.
A farm hand Intern Summer 2015
SANTOS FAMILY FARM Yamhill, OR
Planned schedule for rotation of 100+ crops.
Followed the procedure of organic vegetables production including seeding, transplanting, and harvesting,
Washed and packaged post-harvested produce.
Came up with marketing strategy and sold products to market and local restaurants.
Student Aide 2015 - 2016
FOREST GROVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Forest Grove, OR
Provided further explanation on lectures for students of class size 15+.
 Prepared lectures and supported students with special circumstances one-on-one.

Math grader for Pre-calculus Fall 2014

PACIFIC UNIVERSITY Forest Grove, OR
Incorporated with professor to give appropriate grades and guides to answer key.
Graded weekly homework with class size 20+.

ACTIVITIES
Chinese Club Assisted in coordinate exploring Chinese language and tradition 2013-present
events
International Students Club Formed network of diverse students through cultural activities 2013-present
Pre-medicine Club Active participant in health sciences and career preparatory 2013-present
activities
International Circle K Club Frequently participated in fundraising and community events 2013-present

References:
Marina Suzuki, PharmD, PhD
Email: marina.suzuki@pacificu.edu
Roxana Ciochina, PhD
Email: rciochina@pacificu.edu
Barbara Colter, Clinic Administrator
Phone: (503) 357-2136 ext 263