Queenster Nartey
Pioneer, Innovator, Mentor, Trailblazer, Transformational Speaker
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Education:
B.A. in Biological Chemistry
Grinnell College May 2016
Favorite Quote:
"Never say never"
A Bit About Me
Queenster is a proud Ghanaian-American who resides in the Chicagoland area. She earned her B.A. in Biological Chemistry from Grinnell College where conducted research that led to national recognition, conference awards, and her first journal article publication. Her curiosity and willingness to challenge herself opened doors for her as a Research Fellow at the U.S. FDA, a Research Coordinator at Johns Hopkins, and most recently, a Clinical Research Coordinator at Northwestern University.
Outside of work, Queenster is pursuing her postbaccalaureate certificate in Advanced Biology Studies for Health professions. She also serves as the Co-Founder & Board President of the IINSPIRE LSAMP Alumni Committee (ILAC), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides practical academic, financial, and professional assistance to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color students in STEM.
Queenster is inquisitive, an avid journalist & reader, a flight-catcher, and an implementer of bold, unique, and radical ideas. She intends to live a fruitful, flourishing, and fulfilling life, and empowers others to do the same.
Work Experience
November 2021- Present
November 2018 - August 2021
June 2016 - November 2018
Northwestern University, Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center
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Clinical Coordinator for Phase I - IV Lymphoproliferative disorders Clinical Trials
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Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
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Research Coordinator for the pancreatic multidisciplinary clinic, cyst clinic, colorectal cancer, & pancreas genetic education
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Extensive patient interactions
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Abstract and developed webpage on-going research
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (US FDA)
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ORISE Fellow for Division of Food Contact and Safety
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Recipient of Competitive Grant & Conference Travel Award
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Poster presenter at national conferences
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Co-authored journal article published to improve safety assessments
August 2012 - May 2016
Grinnell College Undergraduate Career Highlights
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3 summer research experiences
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Studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark, and explored 9 other European countries
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Co-authored Published Journal Article & featured in local and national newspapers- New York Times & Washington Post
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Recipient of 3 poster awards, including "Outstanding Poster" in Microbiology at Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS)
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Leadership Experience
July 2017- Present
February 2017 - Present
August 2012 - July 2021
Co-Founder & President of Board of the IINSPIRE LSAMP Alumni Committee (ILAC)
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Mission: Provide practical academic, financial, and professional assistance to BIPOC in STEM
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Vision: Increase BIPOC retention in STEM at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a more accurate representation in academia, industry, healthcare, business, government, and other sectors
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Milestones: Obtained 501(c)(3) status, launched 5 operations, raised ~$4,000​
Invited Speaker & Panelist
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Grinnell College Toxicology Seminar
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Grinnell Prize Panelist
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6x Speaker & panelist at Grinnell College Admitted Students Weekend
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5x Speaker, panelist, and session host at the IINSPIRE LSAMP Annual Conference
Selected Grinnell College Leadership
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Class of 2016 Fund Director & Commencement Committee Representative
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Senior Interviewer & Multicultural Intern at the Office of Admissions
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Peer Mentor, Tutor, Student Supervisor, & Biological Chemistry Student Educational Policy Committee
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