Laboratory Coordinator

• Jan 2023 - Present

Laboratory Coordinator for a biotechnology company focusing on genetically encoded phage displayed peptide and peptide derived libraries to discover target ligands. Lab tasks include:-Phage display panning (recombinant protein and cell)-Post processing of panning samples-NGS preparation-Media/glassware preparation-General lab maintenance-Data processing/analysisAdmin tasks include:-Inventory management-Shipping and receiving-Purchasing equipment and supplies-Instrumentation setup, calibration, maintenance, and repairs-Invoice tracking/management Show less

Biochemistry lab technician

• Jul 2022 - Jan 2023

High Content Analysis Core Technologist

• Jul 2021 - Apr 2022

Operation of molecular biology equipment, including end-point PCR, real-time PCR (RT-PCR), QIAxcel, BioAnalyzer, Qubit, centrifugesProduction of shRNA plasmidsPerform next-generation sequencing from total RNA, DNA following industry standard protocolsCommunicate with clients via email and phone about the facility and the services provided and answer technical questions about sequencing experimentsCommunicated with clients regarding, and helped organize the merging of The Applied Genomics Core with the High Content Analysis CoreManage charges submitted to clients and reconcile all charges monthly to submit through billing systemProvide technical assistance to Flow Cytometry facilityPreparation of reagents (instrument sheath and ethanol)Perform calibration of instrumentsAssist in operation of cell sorters, including performing sorts for facility users Show less

The Applied Genomics Core (TAGC) Technologist

• Apr 2018 - Apr 2022

Extracted nucleic acids from samples provided by clientsPerformed quality assessment and sample analyses for Sanger sequencingPerformed rodent genotyping from tail notch samples to electrophoresis gel analysisOperated the QIACabinet, including providing client assistance, updating inventory, and replenishing suppliesOperated molecular biology equipment, including centrifuges, end-point PCR, real-time PCR (RT-PCR), QIAxcel, BioAnalyzer, Qubit, nanodrop, etc.Communicated with clients via email and phone about services provided and answered questions about sequencing experimentsPerformed next-generation sequencing from total RNA, DNA following industry standard protocolsManaged client invoicing and billing for laboratory services Show less

Scientist

• Apr 2016 - Apr 2018

Inputted inventory into the online database, LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) Prepared livestock hair, tissue, semen, and blood samples for DNA extraction Extracted DNA using Qiagen Biosprint and spin columns Performed DNA quantification using Thermo Scientific Fluoroskan and Invitrogen Qubit Fluorometer technology Normalized sample concentrations manually, and with Qiagen QIAgility automated PCR setup Demonstrated knowledge of safety and decontamination protocols through WHMIS training, fire warden training, and CPR level C and AED training. Managed and tracked laboratory logistics including sample distribution to partner labs through couriers, delivery of results, and supply management with Microsoft Excel. Created and managed a supply inventory system for laboratory supplies and client supplies using a combination of laboratory workbooks and Microsoft Excel Workbooks. Inventoried thousands of bovine samples (hair, DNA, blood) into LIMS with a high degree of accuracy and organized these samples for long term storage in biobank Show less