Graduate School Admissions

For applicants to PhD and master's programs in the sciences

Why work with me

PhD in Biological and Biomedical Sciences from Harvard University, with dissertation work at Harvard Medical School / Joslin Diabetes Center under Rohit N. Kulkarni. NIH F31 Predoctoral Fellowship awardee, Sternlicht Director's Fund recipient (one of two), and a research mentor for undergraduate, PhD, and MD/PhD trainees during my postdoctoral appointment at UT Health San Antonio.

I've sat on graduate admissions committees and reviewed applications; I've also written my own statements that opened doors to competitive programs. Both perspectives shape how I work with applicants.

Who this is for

Undergraduates, post-bacc researchers, and career-changers applying to PhD or master's programs in biology, biomedical sciences, chemistry, or related fields. I work with applicants targeting top-tier research programs.

What's included

• Program-fit analysis — research interests, faculty alignment, lab dynamics
• Personal statement / statement of purpose coaching, draft-by-draft
• Research-experience framing — how to articulate what you actually did and why it matters
• Letter-of-recommendation strategy and outreach to potential advisors
• Interview preparation, including faculty meetings and casual lab visits

Format

Sessions are 60–90 minutes. Most applicants engage me from spring/summer through application season in the fall. Remote sessions are available everywhere; in-person available in San Diego/Coronado. Bilingual English / Spanish.

Investment

Pricing is structured by package; please get in touch for current rates and availability.

Get in touch to discuss your situation.