Rachel Newton

Conduct screening calls to assess eligibility for a study examining adverse health experiences following psychedelic use; manage participant scheduling, study logistics, and progress tracking across all study phases in compliance with IRB. Perform outreach, transcription, and qualitative coding of interviews with Christian clergy from different denominations, analyzing perspectives on psychedelic use, spirituality, and pastoral care.

Clinical Research Assistant at Emory Center for Psychedelics and Spirituality (2025-08 – Present)

• Conduct screening calls to assess eligibility for a study examining adverse health experiences following psychedelic use; manage participant scheduling, study logistics, and progress tracking across all study phases in compliance with IRB.
• Perform outreach, transcription, and qualitative coding of interviews with Christian clergy from different denominations, analyzing perspectives on psychedelic use, spirituality, and pastoral care.

Research Assistant, 2025 Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Fellow at Emory National Primate Research Center (2024-08 – Present)

Conducting an independent project on the effects of early life adversity and chronic stress on neurobiological development using non-human primate models; preparing work for honors thesis.

• Presented findings through oral presentations and posters at Emory University research conferences.
• Completed training in animal care, behavioral ethology, MRI techniques, and statistical analysis in order to handle rhesus macaques, code for their behaviors, and perform data processing (ITK-SNAP, SPSS).

College Student Medical Program & Observership at Emory Winship Cancer Institute (2025-05 – Present)

• Support oncology care teams by transporting patients, maintaining clean environments, and restocking medical supplies.
• Matched with a pediatric radiation oncologist for one-month shadowing experience at Emory Proton Therapy Center; observed patient consultations, treatment planning, and discussions about care.

Medical Assistant & Triage Volunteer at Bethesda Community Clinic (2024-09 – Present)

Deliver direct care for uninsured patients at mobile health clinics across Georgia, serving vulnerable communities.

• Conduct intake interviews, record patient histories, take vitals, and input data into electronic health records.

Summer Intern at United States Air Force, 10th Medical Group (2024-05 – 2024-08)

• Supported group therapy programs focused on substance use recovery by assisting with session structure and materials.
• Observed psychologists and therapists during individual counseling sessions, gaining exposure to mental health care.

Peer Advisor & Mentor, Prepare Committee at Emory Pre-health Advising (PHA) Office, Pathways Center (2025-08 – Present)

• Lead advising sessions with peers to discuss pre-health pathways, coursework planning, and experiential opportunities.
• Co-lead PHA workshops and organize campus-wide events focused on development and preparation for health professions.

English Teacher at Washington English Center (2025-05 – Present)

• Co-teach weekly two-hour online ESOL classes (levels 4-8 and conversation) for adult immigrants and refugees.
• Complete ongoing training to enhance instructional strategies, cultural understanding, and student engagement.

Co-president (Spring 2026-Fall 2026), Head Trip and Pre-Orientation Leader at Outdoor Emory (2024-01 – Present)

• Plan and lead semesterly and pre-O backpacking and hiking trips, prioritizing risk management, inclusion, and bonding.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and training of new student leaders; teach clinics on teamwork, leadership development, and outdoor technical skills.

Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology, Minor in Religion – Emory University, College of Arts and Sciences (2027-05)