Danielle Gordon
CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY POSTGRADUATE
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About
Early-career cardiovascular physiology postgraduate with strong experience in scientific research, data interpretation, and academic writing. Skilled in translating complex physiological concepts into clear, structured content for diverse audiences through tutoring, research reporting, and educational support. Particular interest in medical writing, scientific communication, and content development within the healthcare and life sciences industry.
Experience
Clinical Research Assistant at North-West University (2026-01 – Present)
- Involved in clinical and field-based physiological data collection across multiple South African cohort studies.
- Childhood Hypertension Consortium of Africa: participated in school-based clinical assessments; conducted blood pressure and anthropometry measurements in paediatric participants; assisted with participant coordination and field data collection.
- African Prospective Study for the Early Detection and Identification of Cardiovascular Disease and Hypertension: performed cardiovascular and haemodynamic assessments; measured blood pressure and haemodynamic parameters using Finapres technology; assisted in longitudinal data collection.
- Maintained accurate participant records and research documentation while working within ethical and standardised clinical research protocols.
Judge – Biomedical Division at Eskom Expo for young scientists (2026-08-21 – 2026-08-21)
- Judged entries in the biomedical division.
Independent Laboratory Research Experience at North-West University (2026-05 – 2026-05)
- Completed 55 hours of independent laboratory work analysing biological samples from a previous cohort study.
- Performed enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) procedures independently using commercial assay kits.
- Generated and analysed biomarker data contributing to the study’s research database.
- Maintained accurate laboratory documentation and data records and followed standardised research protocols.
Tutor – Cardiovascular & Neurophysiology at North-West University (2025-08 – Present)
- Delivered academic support to undergraduate students in complex physiology topics.
- Explained advanced scientific concepts in simplified, structured formats.
- Assisted students in understanding and interpreting course material and assessments.
- Adapted communication style for different learning needs.
Art Instructor for Children (2026-04 – Present)
- Designed and delivered structured lessons for young learners.
- Demonstrated ability to translate ideas into engaging, understandable content.
Class Assistant – Physiology Department at North-West University (2021-02 – Present)
- Marked and evaluated academic assessments with attention to detail and consistency.
- Supported teaching staff in delivering course content and assessments.
- Reinforced understanding of academic standards and scientific accuracy.
- Conducted laboratory-based physiological analyses and data collection contributing to the study database.
- Worked with large datasets from human cohort studies and maintained accurate data records and documentation.
- Exposure to scientific protocols, reporting and research workflows.
Education
MHSc in Cardiovascular Physiology – North-West University (2026)
BHSc Honours Degree in Cardiovascular Physiology – North-West University (2024)
BSc in Physiology and Psychology – North-West University (2023)
