Biologist

• Mar 2023 - Present

Research Specialist

• Aug 2014 - Mar 2023

Research Specialist in a functional genomics lab whose main study areas are gene regulations (neuronal and neural crest derived populations) and the development of a functional genetics pipeline (directed at cardiovascular disease and disorders of the neural crest) -Contributed to the application, management, and execution of five grants over the last eight years, including responding to requests for proposal, coordinating with research sponsors, preparing progress reports, monitoring and evaluation, tracking finances, and communicating findings with internal and external stakeholders.-Contributed to the research and analysis of two publications in peer-reviewed journals. -Manages the administration, logistics, and operations of a safe laboratory environment in compliance with federal regulations. -Qualified in laboratory animal care and handling per Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) standards.-Maintained a large stock of zebrafish, both mutant and wild-type lines.-Developed a pipeline for phenotyping fish lines using electrocardiograms (ECG) and echocardiograms-Performed CRISPR Cas9 protocols, genotyping and screenings using SURVEYOR, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), agarose gels and sequencing.-Member of the Department of Genetic Medicine SARS-CoV-2 Preparedness Team and Return to Work Committee Show less

Research Technologist

• Aug 2013 - Aug 2014

Technologist in a human genetics laboratory that studies the genomic impact and role of retrotransposons in disease.-Executed various cell culture, functional, and enzymatic assays using established laboratory protocols and procedures. Maintained detailed electronic and written study records to support research analysis.-Qualified in the use of FACScalibur Equipment and Plate-Reading Luminometer. -Maintained lab environment in compliance with national biohazard, biosafety and radiation standards and other laboratory regulations. -Monitored and ordered reagents and supplies from both internal and external suppliers in accordance with policies and procedures. Inventoried orders upon receipt ensuring accuracy of delivery. Responsible for routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and supplies. Show less

Research Technologist

• Feb 2011 - Aug 2013

-Obtained biosafety level 2 (BSL2) clearance for bench work and animal work.-Trained in laboratory animal care and handling (for mice and rats) according to the Institutional-Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) standards.-Performed genotyping of mice using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and agarose gels. Set up breeding cages according to the genotype results.-Performed and analyzed behavioral tests on cohorts of mice.-Grew and froze cell and bacteria cultures.-Extracted DNA from cell cultures as well as tissue and buccal samples. Trained in primer design and sequencing.-Responsible for ordering internally and externally, and aliquoting from stock reagents.-Trained on and followed standard operating procedures (SOP’s).-Maintain detailed and up to date laboratory notebook Show less

Veterinary Receptionist

• Jun 2010 - Dec 2010

Prepared clients for current and future appointments. Prepared and expedited required administrative paperwork, and payments. Maintained client medical and billing records electronically with back-up hard copy. Prepared clients for current and future appointments. Prepared and expedited required administrative paperwork, and payments. Maintained client medical and billing records electronically with back-up hard copy.

Clinic Volunteer

• Mar 2009 - Jan 2010

Assisted veterinarian in examinations and vaccine preparation and administrative requirements. Sanitized cages for incoming animals. Assisted veterinarian in examinations and vaccine preparation and administrative requirements. Sanitized cages for incoming animals.

Veterinary Assistant (Volunteer)

• Jun 2008 - Aug 2009

Assisted with equine veterinary examinations, vaccine preparation, dental services and medical emergencies. Sanitized equipment and stocked supplies. Assisted with equine veterinary examinations, vaccine preparation, dental services and medical emergencies. Sanitized equipment and stocked supplies.