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Mckenzie Hawes

Research Assistant at Navigen, Inc.
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Mckenzie Hawes is a research-focused professional with 5 years of experience in biology, possessing expertise in molecular techniques, with a strong educational background in biology and chemistry.
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Location
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, US
Skills
  • Total Rna Extraction
  • Agarose Gel Electrophoresis
  • Dna Extraction
  • Measure Dna Concentration
  • Spectrophotometers
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I am McKenzie Hawes, currently based in Salt Lake City, Utah. I hold a degree in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Health Psychology from Dixie State University, where I was also a dedicated student-athlete in women's soccer. Over the past 4 years, I've been working as a Research Assistant at Navigen, Inc., where I focus on RNA extraction and electrophoresis techniques. My previous experience includes working as an Ophthalmic Clinical Technician and conducting research on noncoding RNAs, which I presented at various symposiums. I possess a strong skill set in molecular biology techniques, aseptic procedures, and microscopy. I am passionate about research and eager to contribute to advancements in the field of biology.

Experience

  • Navigen, Inc.
    • Salt Lake City, Utah
    • Research Assistant
      • Oct 2018 - Present
      • Salt Lake City, Utah

  • Spokane Eye Clinic
    • Spokane, Washington Area
    • Opthalmic Clinical Technician
      • Sep 2017 - Aug 2018
      • Spokane, Washington Area

  • Dixie State University
    • St. George, UT
    • Research Experience
      • Jan 2016 - May 2017
      • St. George, UT

      I studied the physical and functional interaction between two noncoding RNAs, hTR and hMRP in human cells. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:- Designed gene specific primers for cloning hTR and hMRP cDNA into pEGFP-N1 mammalian expression vector- Cultured and maintained HeLa cells according to BSL2 protocol- Transfected HeLa cells with mammalian expression vectors- Presented research poster at Utah's Conference of Undergraduate Research (UCUR) and Dixie's Research Symposium

  • Washington County School District
    • St. George, UT
    • Head Women Soccer Coach
      • Jul 2016 - Mar 2017
      • St. George, UT

      -Managed and coached 32 high school girl while maintaining a high level of team expectation and discipline-Hired, trained, and managed two assistant coaches-Planned practices, handled team gear, and organized team trips for the season

Education

  • 2012 - 2017
    Dixie State University
    Biology Major, Chemsitry Minor, Health Psychology Minor, Biology, General

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