Alexander Oliver
Stoughton,MA
Summary
I am a determined candidate with experience in using micro-pipettes, balances, pH meters and other molecular biology and organic chemistry related techniques. I also have experience in Amazon warehouse work, which has provided me with the ability to work in a fast paced environment that demands a lot of physical activity and precision. Finally I have software QA experience, which while a different field, follows a similar pipeline as the chemical compound QA process.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Researched GFP in the molecular modeling space for potential use in the identification of disease such as Dengue virus.
- Engaged in sever molecular biology protocols including PCR, bacterial transformations, and enzyme digestion along with the related processes such as pipetting, and creating a bacterial culture.
- Also used molecular modeling software MOE to predict the effects of mutations on the structural integrity of GFP and it's potential reactions with Dengue virus.
Sortation Center Associate
Amazon
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Processed packages of varying sizes and weights onto pallets and was able to safely wrap and transport them upon completion
- Required quick adaptation, a large emphasis on safety, and strong teamwork as the conveyor belt system could be very dangerous and people could easily get seriously injured if anyone failed to process the packages correctly.
Software Quality Assurance Intern
AcadiaSoft
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Tested extensively to find issues and confirm changes in their Margin Manager software and reported such activities.
- Engaged with the quality assurance pipeline that enabled the product to be continuously worked on and improved.
- Fostered essential communication skills to ensure many members of a team were all working on the same page and spending our time efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stoughton High School
Stoughton, MA06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Bioinformatics And Molecular Biology
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY08.2020
Skills
- Knowledge of standard lab techniques and equipment (eg Balances, pipettes, stir bases, pH meters etc…)
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Ability to lift to 50 pounds
- Ability to remain in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
- Ability to perform repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
- Ability to work safely and conscientiously in a manufacturing environment
Timeline
Sortation Center Associate
Amazon
11.2023 - 01.2024
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
06.2019 - 08.2019
Software Quality Assurance Intern
AcadiaSoft
06.2018 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Stoughton High School
Bachelor of Science - Bioinformatics And Molecular Biology
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute