Jad Kassab

Pre-med student @ UNC Chapel Hill | Neuroscience B.S. | Accelerated Research Scholar

Waxhaw, North Carolina, United States

About

Undergraduate student interested in the medical field with a focus in neuroscience. Contact me at [email protected] or [email protected]

Experience

  • Brain Metabolism Lab Student Researcher at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine
    Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

    - Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism - Focus on the intersection of neuroscience and endocrinology/metabolism - Direct patient contact through clinical research

  • Research Assistant at UNC Biology Department
    Sep 2025 - Present · 11 mos

    - Bautch Lab - Angiogenesis research - Cell imaging, PCR, tissue culture, genetic sequencing

  • Young Adult Advocacy Council at Breakthrough T1D
    Aug 2021 - Present · 5 yrs

    - About 100 18-28 year olds nationwide with a passion for T1D advocacy - Congressional delegate advocating for renewed funding of Special Diabetes Program and insulin affordability

  • Camp Counselor at The Diabetes Family Connection
    Jun 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 2 mos

    - Serve as counselor in week-long camp dedicated to children with Type 1 Diabetes - Perform routine checks on camper blood sugars to ensure they remain healthy - Lead physical activities such as paddle boarding while providing support and advice in diabetes management

  • Trainer at Carolina Boxing Club
    Aug 2025 - Present · 1 yr

    - Part of a training team leading group sessions for 100+ club members - Develop technique and fitness in members through structured workouts