(Justin Hayworth/Grinnell College)
Hi. I'm Anika Jane.
Resume
Work Experience
A writer with a background in the life sciences, I see myself as a translator, deconstructing the "language of science," to ensure that concepts and discoveries can be understood by a wider audience. My favorite science stories occur at the intersection of microbiology and the environment, but I've also been known to get stoked about earthworms, immune systems, manure, glaciers, bioengineering, and bison!
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I am lucky that my full-time job is thinking about science, and that thinking tends to spill over into my hobbies. Whether hiking, birdwatching, running, reading, or painting, I'm often considering my place in nature and the science that surrounds me.
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Currently, I am the Science Writing Fellow in the Office of Communications and Marketing at Grinnell College in Grinnell, IA. I share the stories of research, faculty, and students in the STEM disciplines and create written and multimedia content that is shared on the college website, social media platforms, and beyond. Learn more about my education and experience below.
2022 - Present
Science Writing Fellow
Grinnell College, Grinnell, IA
Working with faculty, students, and alumni in the sciences to create written and multimedia content shared on the college website, social media platforms, and beyond
Spring 2022
Undergraduate Research Scientist: Environmental Microbiology
Hinsa-Leasure Laboratory, Grinnell College, Grinnell, IA
Isolated bacteriophage from confined animal feeding operation (CAFO) pig manure and searched phage genomes for genes that may contribute to the environmental spread of antibiotic resistance.
Spring 2022
Teaching Assistant
Summer 2021
Undergraduate Research Scientist: Virology
Nebraska Center for Virology at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln, Lincoln, NE
Screened drug candidates in vitro (in live cell cultures) for the treatment of ZIKA virus infection, and determined the potency and toxicity of the most promising antiviral.
2018 - 2022
Foundation Fellow
Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation, Grinnell, IA
Developed grant programs to respond to local needs in community health and provide sustainable funding. Conducted extensive research to write community assessments, strategic plans, and grant applications.
Education
2022
Grinnell College
B.A. Biology and Spanish
Skills
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Writer and copy-editor
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Effective interviewer.
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Creates content for diverse platforms, ranging from institutional websites to TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.
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Has experience in photography and videography, as well as editing in Adobe Photoshop and Premier Pro.
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Proficient in Microsoft and Google Suites.
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Spanish (fluent).