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Background, Objective
Young, talented graduate seeking a challenging career within the field of Biochemistry or Toxicology. Able to demonstrate thorough and detailed research capabilities in Biology, Chemistry, and Instrumental Analysis. Furthermore, much experience has been gained in the field of Biochemistry with guidance from Dr. Christopher Veldkamp. Regarded by peers and mentors as hardworking and dedicated with a strong demonstration of leadership and communication skills. Work experience and academic preparation has allowed many valued abilities to develop (Skill Areas).
Skill Areas
  • Quantum Mechanics and Biochemical Principles 
  • Protein Transformation, Expression, and Purification
  • Spectroscopy Techniques (UV-Vis, IR, FTIR, AES, MS, NMR, Raman)
  • SDS-PAGE, Electrophoresis
  • Reagent Preparation
  • Chromatography Techniques (GC, HPLC, metal affinity, cation/anion exchange)
  • Autoclave and Sterilization Lab Techniques
  • Grant and Research Writing
  • Communication and Presentation Skills
  • Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Hardware and Home Improvement Sales
  • Retail Management
  • Leadership, Critical Thinking, and Organization
Education
Bachelor of Science : Chemistry, 2017 University of Wisconsin-Whitewater － Whitewater, WI, United States

Emphasis in Biochemistry. Minor in Criminology. Coursework in Physical Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, Calculus, Biochemistry, Genetics, Organic/Inorganic Chemistry, Environmental Toxicology, Forensics Documentation, Criminological Theory, and more. Independent Research in Biochemistry for one year, mentor: Dr. Veldkamp, published multiple times in 'Nature'. Paper publication on chemokine research in progress. Student-athlete in soccer. Employed part-time (at least 25 hours per week) during entire degree advancement. Graduated Cum Laude. GPA 3.4. Interested in continuing education.
Associate of Science : 2014 McHenry County College － Crystal Lake, IL, United States

Pre-med focused upon enrollment. Concentration in Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Social Science coursework. Basic chemical and biological laboratory skills acquired. Phi-Theta Kappa member for two years. Student-Athlete in tennis with multiple scholarships given. GPA 3.8. Graduated with High Honors. Employed part-time (at least 30 hours per week) during entire degree advancement. 
Work Experience
Sales Associate
April 2014 to Current Menards － Crystal Lake, IL Hardware and Garden Center departments. Multiple store location experience, Woodstock IL and Janesville WI. Gained much product knowledge in hardware and many other departments. Attended meetings with opportunity of even more product knowledge and company/vendor insight. Some responsibilities include inventory tracking, customer assistance, and acting as manager-on-duty. Also, given responsibilities of directing other team member and development of team meeting topics. Awarded Service Hero and earned many wage-increases during employment. Offered multiple management positions.
Maintenance Crew Member
March 2012 to August 2017 School District 165 － Marengo, IL Collaborated with team members in the development and renovation of four educational buildings. Some responsibilities included carpet/tile removal, painting, security, landscaping, and transport of district owned property-lifting of at least 50 pounds. Named team leader for some projects and also had responsibilities of collaboration with teachers and other staff. Numerous compensation advancements awarded during employment. Always received high performance scores on each work review completed by my supervisor, Suellen Lopez (Locust Elementary School Principle).  
Memberships, Affiliations, & Awards
American Chemical Society ~ UW-Whitewater Dean's List, 2015-2017 ~ UW-Whitewater Chemistry Club E-board ~ UW-Whitewater Physics Club Member ~ McHenry County College Dean's List, 2012-2014 ~ McHenry County College President's List, 2012-2014 ~ McHenry County College Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, 2012-2014 ~ Academic Athlete of the Year, McHenry County College 2014 ~ Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference Gold Award ~ National Honor Society, Marengo Community High School 2009-2012 ~ IHSA All Conference and All Academic Awards in Soccer and Basketball, 2011 and 2012 ~ IHSA Team Academic Achievement Award in Soccer, 2011 and 2012 ~ HOSA club member, Marengo Community High School 2011 and 2012
Community Service
Volunteer Special Education Bus-aid, Marengo School District 165 ~ Volunteer Camp Counselor & Soccer Referee, Marengo Park District ~ Kitchen aid, Rockford Rescue Mission ~ Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society- Books for Africa, Breast Cancer Walkathon, Red-Cross Blood Drive, and Adopt a Highway ~ Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)- Food Drive, Red-Cross Blood Drive, Cancer Walkathon, and Special Olympics basketball tournament volunteer official (Sycamore IL).
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Menards
  • School District 165

School Attended

  • University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
  • McHenry County College

Job Titles Held:

  • Sales Associate
  • Maintenance Crew Member

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Chemistry , 2017
    Associate of Science : 2014

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