Rene Faun
La Crosse,WI
Summary
STEM-driven Laboratory Technician offering background in platelet research, collecting, processing and analyzing various media specimens. Resourceful and dependable candidate successful at assisting patients' needs and care under hospital settings. Demonstrates efficient task completion and upholding excellent work ethics. Familiar with basic medical terminology and laboratory protocols.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Genetic Laboratory Assistant
Dr. Alder Yu
09.2023 - Current
- Media-making and volume calculations.
- Research, dishwashing and restocking supplies.
- Laboratory that works on Drosophila specimens and circadian rhythm studies.
Microbiology Laboratory Prep Assistant
Jessica Osborn
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Media-pouring and restocking supplies such as media plates, pipettes, and tubes.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of production.
- Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
Mayo Hospice/D.A.R.T Volunteer
Kate Dunnum
01.2023 - Current
- Transport patients in wheelchairs or hospital carts between rooms and testing locations.
- Supply medical scopes for sterilization processing and restock wheelchair accessibility.
- Offer patients their need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Respond to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Safeguard patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Independent Researcher (Undergraduate)
Dr. Cooper Scott
09.2022 - Current
- Research Focus: Hibernation or cold storage on blood clotting effects.
- Goal: Prolong platelet lifespan in cold storage for human blood transfusions.
- Performed venipuncture procedures and undergo examination for platelet apoptosis.
- Studied how certain signal transduction pathways associated with platelet aggregation behave with selective inhibitors.
- Analyzed quantitative data using data analysis tools such as flow cytometry to identify and validate research conclusions.
- Grant-funded research.
Shadowing Student
Dr. Heng Kian Seng/Dr. Alexander Villareal
01.2022 - Current
- Shadowed a reconstructive surgeon, cardiologist, sleep medicine specialists and physician assistants with 65 hours accumulated.
- Discussed real-life case studies with industry professionals to learn appropriate methods and techniques for solving medical complications.
- Observed reconstructive surgeries (liposuction, breast implant, hymen stitch, etc.) in a private clinic.
- Actively recorded personal notes and with observational and anecdotal details after consulting with mentor.
Pre-College Mentor
Laura Lauderdale
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Educated and fostered inspiration in students from underrepresented communities to participate in enrichment opportunities.
- Strengthened English reading comprehension skills, and vocal presentation with Spanish-speaking students.
- Facilitated students in leadership, self-exploration, and intercultural identity development.
- Conducted environmental-focused camps for incoming 7th-12th grade students with workshops focused on biodiversity and fresh-waters.
Physical Activity Mentor
Amanda Pikkaraine
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Volunteered to support the physical health of children with disabilities by prescribing individually-designed activities and outdoor connections.
- Educated children with autism on coping strategies.
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Maintained clean facilities to better serve program needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Wisconsin La Crosse
La Crosse, WI05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Methodist College Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia08.2022
Skills
- Laboratory Testing and Data Collection
- Basic Life Support AHA Certification
- Research and Documentation
- Fluid and Media Measurement
- Laboratory Safety Protocols
- Flow Cytometry
- International Computer Driving License Certified
- Project Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Professional Working
Malay
Limited Working
Korean
Elementary
Timeline
Genetic Laboratory Assistant
Dr. Alder Yu
09.2023 - Current
Microbiology Laboratory Prep Assistant
Jessica Osborn
09.2023 - Current
Pre-College Mentor
Laura Lauderdale
06.2023 - 07.2023
Mayo Hospice/D.A.R.T Volunteer
Kate Dunnum
01.2023 - Current
Physical Activity Mentor
Amanda Pikkaraine
10.2022 - 07.2023
Independent Researcher (Undergraduate)
Dr. Cooper Scott
09.2022 - Current
Shadowing Student
Dr. Heng Kian Seng/Dr. Alexander Villareal
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Wisconsin La Crosse
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Methodist College Kuala Lumpur
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