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LABORATORY MANAGER/ RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIST
Professional Overview
Scientific professional with high-level analytical and critical thinking skills, expertise in quantitative research, applied mathematics and technical writing. Extensive academic and hands-on training in analytical procedures with success in producing results in laboratory experiments with an excellent ability to take direction from supervisors and work independently with minimal oversight. Highly adaptable to challenging environments and demonstrates exceptional solving skills by responding quickly to problems and generating effective solutions. 
Core Qualifications
  • Luminex
  • Collection, preparation and transportation of environmental,clinical specimen
  • Flow cytometry 
  • Bacterial transformation
  • Purification
  • Gel electrophoresis
  • Cell culture (Primary & cell lines)
  • Restriction digestion
  • Bacterial culturing in broth and agar
  • Streak and spread plate and slant methods
  • Plasmid isolation in microbes
  • Spectrophotometry
  • Sodium dodecyl sulfate polyacrylamide gel (SDS-PAGE)
  • Feeder cell preparation using chemical and gamma irradiation procedure
  • Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
  • Cloning of Plasmodium falciparum genes
  • Light and confocal microscopy
  • Histochemistry
  • PCR primer design
  • Roka Atlas System®
  • Next Generation Sequencing
  • qPCR analysisg
  • DNA Library Prep
  • Proficiency in LIMS,OSCAR, MS Word 2016, MSPowerPoint 2016, MS Excel 2016
  • Operating Systems: Mac OS, MS Windows
  • Typing 45 WPM
Education
Master of Science : Biotechnology, 2017 Johns Hopkins University － Baltimore, MD
GPA 3.84
Relevant Coursework: Science, Medicine and Policy in Biodefense, Biodefense & Infectious Disease Laboratory Methods, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry
Bachelor of Science : Biology, 2012 Loyola University Chicago － Chicago, IL
 GPA:3.0
Relevant Coursework: Biology Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Drug Development, Organic Chemistry and Biostatistics
Associate of Arts Degree : Biotechnology, May 2010 Florida State College － Jacksonville, FL Biotechnology Related Course Work: Cell Culture, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology Methods and Advanced Microbiology
Experience
Laboratory Manager/ Research Technologist
August 2014 to Current Johns Hopkins University － Baltimore, MD
  • The primary responsibilities of this position are to oversee daily operations of the research laboratory including, purchasing laboratory supplies and equipment, organize the lab in preparation for internal and external laboratory inspections, ensure adherence to study protocols as well as monitor compliance of good animal laboratory practices in accordance to internal and external regulations, maintain equipment and resolve technical issues.
  • In addition, I worked with lab personnel in conducting experiments that pertained to specific studies.
FastGen Technologist
February 2014 to September 2014 GeneDx － Gaithersburg, MD
  • The primary duties of this position are to prepare DNA samples for BRCA1 and BRCA 2 cancer testing.
  • Robotic equipment such as a Light Cycler and Next-Generation sequencing are used to quantify and sequence DNA.
  • In addition, validations are conducted on reagents, assigned panels and equipment.
April 2013 to November 2013 QC Microbiologist Silliker Inc － Chicago, IL
  • The responsibilities of this position are to prepare and perform routine testing of in-process samples, raw materials, and finished products for food safety and quality assurance.
  • In addition, routine environmental monitoring GLPs, equipment and processes are conducted according to established procedures.
  • Knowledge of the Laboratory Information Management System, laboratory methods and technical instrument experience and knowledge of ZetaSafe software are required to complete job responsibilities.
Independent Research Project
October 2012 to December 2012 Loyola University of Chicago － Chicago, IL
  • Assisted in a faculty member's research on Plasmodium falciparum genes that potentially play a role in the infectivity of malaria.
  • The purpose of the experiment was to clone a region of the PFC0250c gene to be inserted into a designed plasmid for future knockout parasites by way of homologous integration.
  • Tasks performed for this project were: Designed primers, TA cloning, Transformation, Plasmid preparation and DNA quantification, Restriction digest, Gel electrophoresis, and Gel purification.
Work History
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Department
Interests
American Medical Student Association *Promoting Connections in Research *American Chemical Society *Global Medical Brigade: Honduras *Women in Science and Mathematics *Global Alliance for Africa
Skills
Biology, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, c, cancer, Cell Culture, Chemistry, DNA, Drug Development, experiment, experiments, food safety, Genetics, Infectious Diseases, Infectious Disease, LIMS, Laboratory Information Management System, Mac OS, Massage Therapy, materials, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Windows, MS Word, Molecular Biology, Next, Operating Systems, PAGE, PCR, personnel, processes, protocols, purchasing, quality assurance, research, Robotic, Typing 45 WPM
Additional Information
  • AWARDS AND HONORS *CPR Certified 2012 *Teachers Award 2003 *Student of the Quarter 2003 *First Flight 94 Activities *American Medical Student Association *Promoting Connections in Research *American Chemical Society *Global Medical Brigade: Honduras *Women in Science and Mathematics *Global Alliance for Africa
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Johns Hopkins University
  • GeneDx
  • QC Microbiologist Silliker Inc
  • Loyola University of Chicago
  • Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Department

School Attended

  • Johns Hopkins University
  • Loyola University Chicago
  • Florida State College

Job Titles Held:

  • Laboratory Manager/ Research Technologist
  • FastGen Technologist
  • Independent Research Project

Degrees

  • Master of Science : Biotechnology , 2017
    Bachelor of Science : Biology , 2012
    Associate of Arts Degree : Biotechnology , May 2010

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