Alexei Arockiadass
Norcross,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented Laboratory Technician experienced in conducting and analyzing laboratory assays while upholding quality control standards. Proficient in operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Maintains compliance with safety procedures, ensuring project success. Collaborates effectively with colleagues on complex research procedures.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
QualTex Laboratories
Norcross, Georgia
09.2024 - Current
- Performed routine laboratory tests, ensuring adherence to SOPs and accuracy of results.
- Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment, contributing to reliable testing outcomes.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions efficiently.
- Organized and labeled samples, facilitating efficient tracking and identification throughout processes.
Sterilization Tech
Smile Tuners
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Executed strict sterilization protocols to uphold health and safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and sterility of dental instruments and equipment to support safe patient care.
- Assisted Doctor during dental procedures to enhance patient experience and treatment efficiency.
Teaching Assistant
Georgia Tech - Dr. Decker
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students, fostering individual understanding of course material.
- Engaged students with innovative tasks to promote deeper understanding.
- Collaborated with professors and other TAs to create a supportive and effective learning environment.
- Grade assignments and assist in lesson preparation.
- Assisted professor in classroom activities to enhance student engagement.
Lab Assistant
CLIA Laboratory at Georgia Tech
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Processed Covid saliva samples for testing, ensuring accurate and timely analysis.
- Follow strict protocols to ensure accurate handling, labelling and documentation of samples.
- Ensured adherence to HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality.
- Maintain a clean and sterile environment to avoid contamination.
- Worked with Autoclaves and followed strict sterilization procedures.
- Entered and logged sample data, maintaining precise records for tracking and reporting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA05-2023
Skills
- Chemical and biological safety procedures
- DNA isolation
- knowledgeable in PCR testing
- Collecting and isolating DNA
- Sterilization processes
- PCR testing
- Lab equipment operation
- Following SOPs
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Task prioritization
- Able to operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment such as Hamilton star, Cobas 6600/8800, etc
Volunteer Experience
- International Club, Created safe spaces for international students and provided them with necessary resources to make their transition to the country easier.
- Environmental Club, Combating climate change on a small scale by cleaning up public spaces and planting more trees.
- Med-Share, Participated bi-weekly in the sorting, packaging and distribution of medical supplies for underserved communities in other countries.
Awards
- High Honors, Met High GPA requirements at graduation, 2023
- President’s List, 2019
- President’s List, 2020
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
QualTex Laboratories
09.2024 - Current
Sterilization Tech
Smile Tuners
06.2023 - 12.2023
Teaching Assistant
Georgia Tech - Dr. Decker
01.2022 - 05.2023
Lab Assistant
CLIA Laboratory at Georgia Tech
08.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgia Institute of Technology