Student

• Jan 2022 - Present

Media Technician II

• Jan 2020 - May 2020

• Created, sterilized and dispensed different media types for shipping out to different parts of the company. • Quickly learned the protocols and the techniques within a fast-paced team environment. • Prepared batch record and accurate documentation using different worksheets and LIMS systems. • Gave thorough input on schedule change and handoff from morning to evening shift to increase production and accuracy. • Learned sterile technique and protocols to ensure media sterility. • Communicated quickly and efficiently with team members and management to ensure deadlines were met on time. Was laid off due to COVID

Associate Scientist I

• 2016 - 2018

• Operated DNA sequencing instruments in a high paced environment with demanding schedules with reliable and consistent results. Analyzed and critiqued sequencing results. • Performed PCR amplification, purification of DNA samples, and quantification of DNA using spectrophotometers. • Chosen to prepare the bacterial colonies and perform the more difficult sequencing techniques for RCA protocol. • Received samples, ran quality control checks and carried out troubleshooting of issues involving samples. • Accurately documented and tracked client research samples throughout the entire workflow using CLIMS. • Organized and maintained the laboratory, laboratory instruments and refrigerators. Maintained appropriate inventory of lab supplies. Completed extensive BSL-2 and BSL-3 safety training. • Experience working with 96-well plates, pipettes and multi-channel pipettes, DNA handling. • Use of Microsoft Excel to keep track and order different primers and reagents. Accomplishments • Quickly picked up lab techniques as new hire without having to attend four-week lab training at headquarters. • As first member of team, served on hiring committee and participated in organizing lab space and processes. • Proposed and implemented more efficient work schedules to accommodate company growth. • Chosen to work new intermediate work shift due to quality and accuracy of DNA sequencing and ability to work quickly, accurately, and efficiently. • Increased lab efficiency by coordinating morning and night shifts to handle increased volume of samples. • Trained new employees on lab SOPs, sample handling, and procedures. • Communicated effectively with clients.

Intern

• 2014 - 2015

• Sampled materials using flow cytometry from a variety of plants to determine polyploidy specimens for future development and analysis. • Organized seed classification system for all of the vegetable cultivars for quick access by all researchers. • Ability to jump in, coordinate and participate in the design and execution of lab operations. • Made buffers and solutions; maintained and cleaned equipment and completed small scale experiments. • Developed ideas for promoting lab efficiencies. • Entered data and results into Microsoft Excel

Undergraduate Student Researcher

• 2013 - 2013

Worked as an undergrad with a graduate student from Uganda. Tested for starch content in different Cassava plants found in Uganda. Extracted starch and ran gels to distinguish amounts of proteins found in different plants. Used PCR amplification to upscale research progress. Worked as an undergrad with a graduate student from Uganda. Tested for starch content in different Cassava plants found in Uganda. Extracted starch and ran gels to distinguish amounts of proteins found in different plants. Used PCR amplification to upscale research progress.

Checker

• Sep 2008 - Dec 2011

Courtesy Clerk

• Sep 2008 - Dec 2011