Tony Ricks Jr.
Harrisburg
Summary
Analytical Columbia University student in Neuroscience & Behavior, transitioning to a research role at Columbia Irving Medical Center. Skilled in leveraging AI tools for synthesizing complex information into actionable insights, enhancing decision-making in healthcare and biotech. Proven ability to communicate effectively across teams and manage priorities independently.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Incoming Student Researcher
Columbia Irving Medical Center
09.2026 - Current
- Initiated research experience in Columbia's medical research environment, contributing to interdisciplinary problem-solving at the intersection of neuroscience, health, and innovation.
Independent Academic / AI Workflow Projects
01.2023 - Current
- Used AI tools and large language models to organize, analyze, and synthesize large volumes of information across academic and planning-related workflows.
- Built structured summaries, comparison frameworks, and recommendation documents from unorganized qualitative inputs.
Inbound Expert Team Lead
Target
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Helped lead inbound operational workflows in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment, supporting efficient inventory processing and execution of daily priorities.
- Coordinated across team functions to maintain organization, improve workflow continuity, and meet time-sensitive demands.
- Developed strong operational judgment through prioritization, problem-solving, and detail-intensive execution.
Website Development Intern
Training Matters LLC
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed to website development and digital content initiatives for a veteran-owned coaching and professional development company.
- Organized and refined website materials to improve clarity, structure, and user experience for external audiences.
- Supported the translation of business needs into functional digital content in a small-team environment.
- A veteran-owned coaching and professional development company.
Peer Academic Support / Tutoring
Lackawanna College
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Supported peers in understanding challenging academic material and building structure around assignments, deadlines, and study plans.
Education
B.A. - Neuroscience & Behavior, Public Health, Artificial Intelligence
Columbia University
New York, NY05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Neural Science
New York University
New York, NYAssociate of Arts - Transfer Coursework
De Anza College
Cupertino, CASkills
- ChatGPT
- Claude
- Perplexity
- Gemini
- Prompt design
- Research synthesis
- AI-assisted workflow analysis
- Process documentation
- Workflow analysis
- Stakeholder communication
- Prioritization
- Team coordination
- Excel
- Google Sheets
- PowerPoint
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office
- Written summaries
- Recommendation writing
- Presentation support
- Simplifying complex topics
Additional Information
Strong interest in biotechnology, healthcare, operations, and AI. Comfortable learning unfamiliar functions quickly, asking thoughtful questions, and identifying practical opportunities for AI and automation to improve workflows.
Timeline
Incoming Student Researcher
Columbia Irving Medical Center
09.2026 - Current
Inbound Expert Team Lead
Target
05.2024 - 02.2025
Website Development Intern
Training Matters LLC
05.2023 - 08.2023
Independent Academic / AI Workflow Projects
01.2023 - Current
Peer Academic Support / Tutoring
Lackawanna College
08.2022 - 12.2022
B.A. - Neuroscience & Behavior, Public Health, Artificial Intelligence
Columbia University
Bachelor of Science - Neural Science
New York University
Associate of Arts - Transfer Coursework
De Anza College