Academic Coach

• Sep 2021 - Present

Research Technician II

• Nov 2019 - Mar 2021

Perform in vitro cell manipulations, tissue culture, and HIV infections of mucosal samplesPerform immunohistochemistry experiments and analysisPerform multiparameter flow cytometryOptimize panels and perform flow cytometry on bacterial cellsPerform and analyze molecular biology experiments such as RNA/DNA isolations, real time PCR quantitation Optimize and perform nanoluciferase assays Perform intracellular cytokine staining assayDesign, execute, and optimize biological assaysPerform statistical analysis Show less

Research Technician I

• Jan 2018 - Nov 2019

Perform in vitro cell manipulations, tissue culture and HIV infections of mucosal samples. Perform immunohistochemistry experiments and analysis. Perform and analyze molecular biology experiments (RNA/DNA isolations, real time PCR quantitation). Perform intracellular cytokine staining assay. Prepare and maintain reagent, stocks, and cultures. Operate under GCLP’s.

Research Technician- HVTN Endpoints Laboratory

• Apr 2017 - Feb 2018

Perform flow cytometric immunological assays, including intracellular cytokine staining. Perform ELISPOT and other assays for identification of cytokine producing cells. Collect and analyze data.

Laboratory Technician- HVTN

• Apr 2016 - Apr 2017

Handle blood products with sterile technique and tissue culture technique. Isolate and cryopreserve PBMC, aliquot serum, plasma and process mucosal samples. Isolate cells for DNA preparations. Work with Protocol team. Handle, receive, ship and inventory temperature dependent specimens. Maintain precise laboratory records and operate under GCLPs. Prepare and maintain reagents, stocks, and cultures. Collect and analyze data. Author SOPs for supplies, reagents and equipment as necessary.

Office Assistant

• May 2008 - Mar 2016

Operate within HIPAA compliance. Take vitals, record and report patient medical history, and prepare patients for examination. Assist physician during medical procedures. Schedule procedures and surgeries with surgical center, patients, and other clinics. Perform post-operative dressing changes and x-rays. Schedule patient visits. Manage medical records and billing.

Back and Front Office Assistant

• Jun 2008 - Jan 2013

Student Athletic Trainer

• Jan 2014 - May 2015

Assisting with rehabilitation, taping, charting on the progress of athletes, first aid of athletes.

Athletics and Exercise Science Office Aide

• Jan 2013 - Dec 2013

Elementary Academic Tutor

• Sep 2012 - Mar 2013