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UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Professional Summary

Efficient Research Assistant with success in independent and team-driven research environments. Proven public speaking skills and experienced in presenting research at conferences. Currently completing a bachelors of science degree in marine biology. I intend after I graduate to further my career as a pathobiologist and earn a masters in parasitology and pathobiology. I am currently working in a aquaculture pathobiology lab where I have worked on the pathogen invasion figure of an acanthocephalan worm in the Maine environment for three years. I have also aided Dr. Bricknell and Dr. Piesz during salmon vaccine trials in which I helped develop gel media for bacterial growth, PCR gels for genetic analysis of tissue samples, prepared fish for animal testing and maintained fish during experiments, I have also prepared several tissue samples for histology analysis and genetic analysis. I am committed to further advancing my understanding of pathobiology.

Skills
  • Running experiments
  • Understanding of pathobiology, chemistry needed to prepare and run PCR gels, prepare gel media and incubate pathogens to analyze
  • Inventory and supply management
  • Skilled in reading PCR gels, analyzing data, preparring molecular samples for analysis
  • Experiment development
  • Grant writing
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Database searches
  • Research reporting
  • Meeting participation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Specimen and sample preparation
  • Research design
  • Conducting assays
Work History
03/2017 to CurrentUndergraduate Research AssistantCompany Name | City, State
  • Collected, prepared and tested wide range of biological samples.
  • Supervised undergraduate students working on research projects.
  • Prepared literature for reports, presentations or submission to peer-review journals.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
  • Assisted faculty members with research assignments on the molecular identification of various pathogens and parasites.
  • Planned, modified, and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
  • Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
  • Completed several scientific diagrams used in peer-reviewed journal publications
  • Undergone animal safety training, BSL2 training, and autoclave safety training
05/2017 to 12/2019Undergraduate ResearcherCompany Name | City, State
  • Conducted laboratory experiments on pathogens and parasites in European green crabs during field collections, dissections, and PCR gene identification after thorough planning and research.
  • Developed top-level skills in collaboration, interpersonal communication and writing as result of hands-on work and training.
  • Cooperated with others in team-based environment to identify pathogen invasion timelines and figures from data collected and analyzed over several years.
  • Developed and executed a lab stimulated infection model of the acanthocephalan worm in the Maine ecosystem
10/2012 to 08/2016Personal AssistantCompany Name | City, State
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
  • Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
  • Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction while handling salon product returns quickly and professionally.
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
  • Maintained reports of transactions and greeted customers when entering and leaving establishment.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
06/2013 to 08/2014Camp CounselorCompany Name | City, State
  • Instructed participants on activities' goals, procedures and safety considerations to promote beneficial outcomes for all campers.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Maintained facility, equipment and vehicles to promote safe and secure environment for campers and staff.
  • Kept accurate records on participants' activity attendance, disciplinary actions and medication usage to improve camper documentation.
  • Delivered first aid for accidents and injuries in compliance with established procedures to promote campers' well-being and health.
  • Adhered to all emergency procedures associated with camp program.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
  • Performed clerical duties, including registering participants and answering specific event inquiries.
Education
Expected in 05/2021Bachelor of Science | Marine BiologyUniversity of Maine, City, State
05/2016High School DiplomaOconee County High School, City, State
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • University of Maine
  • Oconee County High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant
  • Undergraduate Researcher
  • Personal Assistant
  • Camp Counselor

Degrees

  • Expected in 05/2021 Bachelor of Science | Marine Biology
    05/2016 High School Diploma

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