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Recent Professional Experience

Background & Expertise

August 2023 - Present
Graphic Design, Freelance
As a graphic artist I have leveraged over 20 years of expertise to produce professional graphic art including contributions to "The Senses: A Comprehensive Reference 2nd ed." and the Warren Sports Hall of Fame Induction Program for 2024. Other notable works include designing scientific illustrations for journals, enhancing educational materials for medical neuroscience students, improving the visual clarity and accessibility of financial data, and converting textual laboratory proceedures into easy-to-follow visual protocols.
January 2019 - August 2022
Laboratory Coordinator, Northeast Ohio Medical University
Led dynamic teams of graduate and professional school teaching assistants, utilizing my adeptness in graphic design through the Adobe Creative Suite to enhance teaching materials. Additionally, I managed budgets while fostering invaluable external vendor relationships, optimizing operations and empowering a seamless virtual learning environment during COVID.
January 2018 – January 2019
Research Assistant II, Northeast Ohio Medical University
Spearheaded the establishment of a cardiac research laboratory by devising and optimizing graphical and textual protocols. My meticulous budget management and comprehensive training initiatives contributed to a streamlined operation, further enhancing the institution's research capabilities.
August 2017 – December 2018
Adjunct Professor, Youngstown State University
Successfully guided and engaged undergraduate students through three STEM courses, fostering an interactive and enriching learning experience. Through my dedicated instruction and commitment to academic growth, I contributed to shaping the next generation of aspiring minds in the field of biology.

Education

Academic History

August 2017
Youngstown State University
M.S. Biological Sciences
I had the privilege of being awarded the prestigious Cushwa-Shearing Fellowship. This comprehensive program equipped me with the knowledge and skills to conduct groundbreaking research, leading to the publication of an original experiment exploring the impact of diet on pineal gland growth in aged male rats.
June 2014
Youngstown State University
B.S. Biological Sciences
Achieved a solid foundation for my journey into the realm of scientific exploration. Through rigorous coursework and hands-on experiences, I honed my analytical skills and gained a deep understanding of biological processes, preparing me for a successful transition into the diverse landscapes of both academia and professional research.
Cartoon of Aaron Mrvelj in a spaceship
"But for Newton himself there was no completeness only a questioning – dynamic, protean, and unfinished... He sought order and believed in order but never averted his eyes from the chaos.

James Gleick

Canopy of trees with sunlight shining through.