Ellie Barnes

Biomedical Health Sciences Student at Purdue University | John Martinson Honors College

United States

About

Experience

  • Red-Cross Lifegaurd at Purdue University
    Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

    Monitor pool safety, enforce facility rules, and provide emergency response and customer assistance as a lifeguard at the Cordova Recreational Center

  • Purdue University College of Health and Human Sciences (1 yr)
    • Undergraduate Research Assistant
      Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

      I currently work in Dr. Kerstein’s lab, where I gain hands-on research experience while collaborating with a team of scientists. My work includes carrying out polymerase chain reactions, extracting DNA, and contributing to data analysis. Currently we are analyzing which transcription factors encode for amacrine cells in the eye. This role has helped me build a strong foundation in research methodology, teamwork, and critical thinking.

    • Health and Human Science Student
      Aug 2025 - Present · 1 yr

  • Red-Cross Certified Head Gaurd in Training at Jewish Community Center
    Jun 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

    Executed safety protocols and emergency procedures (CPR, first aid) and manage pool chemicals for compliance Managed lifeguards and monitored pool area to ensure adherence to safety rules

  • Ice Cream Server at LiftOff Creamery
    Jun 2023 - Jun 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

    I created meaningful customer experience through serving icecream and greeting guests. I also organized and managed stock at the store through recording in spreadsheets and communicating with managers. I also learned how to manage the cash register transactions and process customer payments.