Experience

GT Molecular

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Production Lead

  • Jun 2023 - Present

• Manufacturing Associate

  • Feb 2022 - Jun 2023



Food Safety Net Services

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Microbiologist

  • Jul 2019 - Feb 2022

  · Performing microbiological and biochemical testing of food products for common food-borne pathogens and analyzing test data by using various analytical methods, such as Polymerase Chain Reaction System (PCR-BAX), the Genetic Detection System (GDS), the VITEK Immuno Diagnostic Assay System (VIDAS), and cultural confirmation. · Utilize Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for logging in client’s samples, data entry, and releasing the results. · Set up client’s samples… Show more · Performing microbiological and biochemical testing of food products for common food-borne pathogens and analyzing test data by using various analytical methods, such as Polymerase Chain Reaction System (PCR-BAX), the Genetic Detection System (GDS), the VITEK Immuno Diagnostic Assay System (VIDAS), and cultural confirmation. · Utilize Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for logging in client’s samples, data entry, and releasing the results. · Set up client’s samples according to their requests of methods of screening samples and communicating directly with clients on laboratory results throughout the project period and providing updates and interpretation of results. · Assisting in QC duties, training new technicians, and maintaining laboratory equipment and instrumentation. · Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team. Show less · Performing microbiological and biochemical testing of food products for common food-borne pathogens and analyzing test data by using various analytical methods, such as Polymerase Chain Reaction System (PCR-BAX), the Genetic Detection System (GDS), the VITEK Immuno Diagnostic Assay System (VIDAS), and cultural confirmation. · Utilize Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for logging in client’s samples, data entry, and releasing the results. · Set up client’s samples… Show more · Performing microbiological and biochemical testing of food products for common food-borne pathogens and analyzing test data by using various analytical methods, such as Polymerase Chain Reaction System (PCR-BAX), the Genetic Detection System (GDS), the VITEK Immuno Diagnostic Assay System (VIDAS), and cultural confirmation. · Utilize Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for logging in client’s samples, data entry, and releasing the results. · Set up client’s samples according to their requests of methods of screening samples and communicating directly with clients on laboratory results throughout the project period and providing updates and interpretation of results. · Assisting in QC duties, training new technicians, and maintaining laboratory equipment and instrumentation. · Assisting with managing priorities and schedule such that individual goals as well as team goals are achieved with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team. Show less



Colorado State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Undergraduate Laboratory Assistant

  • Jan 2018 - May 2019

  · Worked with a principal investigator to coordinate qualitative research focused on the understanding of replication mechanism of Flavivirus and the development of novel strategies for the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases caused by Flavivirus. · Detected the binding ability of thermobodies towards Zika envelope proteins to block virus entry into the host cell, and determined the binding affinity of each thermobody towards Zika-related virus and Zika-unrelated virus to confirm… Show more · Worked with a principal investigator to coordinate qualitative research focused on the understanding of replication mechanism of Flavivirus and the development of novel strategies for the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases caused by Flavivirus. · Detected the binding ability of thermobodies towards Zika envelope proteins to block virus entry into the host cell, and determined the binding affinity of each thermobody towards Zika-related virus and Zika-unrelated virus to confirm their binding specificity by performing Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA). · Communicated with researchers in other laboratories for advice and comments to improve the quality of experiments to gain successful outcomes on the project. · Managed lab supplies kept track of replenished materials, prepared purchase orders, and ensured timely receipt of ordered goods. Show less · Worked with a principal investigator to coordinate qualitative research focused on the understanding of replication mechanism of Flavivirus and the development of novel strategies for the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases caused by Flavivirus. · Detected the binding ability of thermobodies towards Zika envelope proteins to block virus entry into the host cell, and determined the binding affinity of each thermobody towards Zika-related virus and Zika-unrelated virus to confirm… Show more · Worked with a principal investigator to coordinate qualitative research focused on the understanding of replication mechanism of Flavivirus and the development of novel strategies for the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases caused by Flavivirus. · Detected the binding ability of thermobodies towards Zika envelope proteins to block virus entry into the host cell, and determined the binding affinity of each thermobody towards Zika-related virus and Zika-unrelated virus to confirm their binding specificity by performing Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA). · Communicated with researchers in other laboratories for advice and comments to improve the quality of experiments to gain successful outcomes on the project. · Managed lab supplies kept track of replenished materials, prepared purchase orders, and ensured timely receipt of ordered goods. Show less



Teriyaki Wok 2

• Fort Collins, Colorado

• Server, Cashier

  • Oct 2016 - Jun 2017

  · Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service, and communicated clear expectations and goals for each team member. · Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the response. · Take positive action to meet growing responsibility by adapting to various work conditions requiring the ability to transition into a managerial or nontraditional role. · Promote client/member retention through anticipating and exceeding wants and… Show more · Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service, and communicated clear expectations and goals for each team member. · Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the response. · Take positive action to meet growing responsibility by adapting to various work conditions requiring the ability to transition into a managerial or nontraditional role. · Promote client/member retention through anticipating and exceeding wants and needs of clients. Show less · Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service, and communicated clear expectations and goals for each team member. · Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the response. · Take positive action to meet growing responsibility by adapting to various work conditions requiring the ability to transition into a managerial or nontraditional role. · Promote client/member retention through anticipating and exceeding wants and… Show more · Responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service, and communicated clear expectations and goals for each team member. · Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the response. · Take positive action to meet growing responsibility by adapting to various work conditions requiring the ability to transition into a managerial or nontraditional role. · Promote client/member retention through anticipating and exceeding wants and needs of clients. Show less



Sushi Tazu

• Denver, Colorado

• Server

  • Apr 2014 - May 2015

  · Demonstrate excellent time management, and developed and maintained a positive working relationship with others. · Encourage member retention by taking the independent initiative to reach business goals while effectively communicating with employees. · Provide professional, friendly and engaging customer service by anticipating and exceeding wants and needs of clients. · Strive to make more meaningful and challenging contributions to the betterment of the labor environment · Demonstrate excellent time management, and developed and maintained a positive working relationship with others. · Encourage member retention by taking the independent initiative to reach business goals while effectively communicating with employees. · Provide professional, friendly and engaging customer service by anticipating and exceeding wants and needs of clients. · Strive to make more meaningful and challenging contributions to the betterment of the labor environment