Yusuf Barudi

Bilingual healthcare and biomedical professional with 4+ years of experience spanning laboratory research, clinical documentation, and patient-facing support. Skilled in molecular experimentation, lab management and safety, and clear clinical communication. Currently contributing to immunology research at a leading U.S. pediatric hospital. Adaptable, globally minded, and committed to improving healthcare delivery and diagnostic quality.

Research Assistant and Lab Manager - Troutman Lab at Cincinnati Children's Hospital (2022-09 – Present)

Lead immunology and molecular biology workflows, including CRISPR/Cas9 editing, genomics library prep, primary cell culture, and diverse molecular and cellular assays. Generate data on transcriptional regulation of inflammation, contributing to grants, abstracts, and manuscripts. Manage daily lab operations and oversee a large multi-strain mouse colony. Train and onboard personnel in safety and operational standards.

• Lead immunology and molecular biology workflows, including CRISPR/Cas9 editing, genomics library prep, primary cell culture, and diverse molecular and cellular assays
• Generate data on transcriptional regulation of inflammation, contributing to grants, abstracts, and manuscripts
• Manage daily lab operations—workflow coordination, equipment oversight, inventory management, cost control—and oversee a large multi-strain mouse colony
• Train and onboard personnel in safety, experimental techniques, documentation, and operational standards
• Serve as safety ambassador and internal auditor supporting IACUC/IBC readiness, inspections, corrective actions, and regulatory compliance

Intern-Biomarkers & Diagnostics - Osman Lab at University of Toledo (2021-05 – 2022-07)

Perform cell-based assays and peer-mentor colleagues in lab procedures

• Perform cell-based assays and peer-mentor colleagues in lab procedures

Rehabilitation Technician at Healthpro-Heritage, Genacross Lutheran Services - Wolf Creek (2019-06 – 2022-03)

Provide patient and administrative support for transport, physical therapy, and equipment in a skilled nursing facility

• Provide patient and administrative support for transport, physical therapy, and equipment in a skilled nursing facility

Medical Scribe - Emergency Department at Flower & Toledo Hospitals (2015-06 – 2017-06)

Document patient history, exams, and treatment plans in real-time using EMR systems

• Document patient history, exams, and treatment plans in real-time using EMR systems

M.S. in Biomedical Sciences - Professional Science Master: Biomarkers & Diagnostics, Bioinformatics – University of Toledo (2021 – 2021)

B.S. in Biological Sciences - Honors - Minor: Chemistry – University of Toledo (2015 – 2015)