Laboratory Manager/ Research Technologist Resume Example Johns Hopkins University

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, 2017Johns 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, 2012Loyola 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 2010Florida State College － Jacksonville, FLBiotechnology Related Course Work: Cell Culture, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology Methods and Advanced Microbiology

Experience

Laboratory Manager/ Research Technologist
August 2014 to CurrentJohns 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 2014GeneDx － 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 2013QC 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 2012Loyola 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

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

Laboratory Manager/ Research Technologist Resume Example

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