Alina Cardoza
Tracy,United States
Summary
Detail-oriented Scientific Technician with experience in field data collection and data entry. Skilled handling samples and maintaining equipment. Strong communication skills and talented working positively with scientific teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Assistant
California Department Of Fish And Wildlife
2011.04 - 2012.12
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Tracked collected specimens by tagging, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Collaborated with other departments to establish cohesive inventory operations.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
Field Scientist
Delta Keeper
2008.06 - 2011.06
- Prepared spreadsheets by testing and gathering samples and summarizing findings.
- Assisted with data review and analysis for regulatory and operational reporting.
- Collected water samples from semi-processed and raw water.
- Inspected sanitary conditions at public facilities.
- Worked with site to determine compliance with applicable environment regulations.
- Determined chemical composition and nature of pollutants by analyzing and collecting water samples.
Laboratory Technician
H.J. Heinz Company
2001.08 - 2006.12
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Interpreted and documented results of tests into active databases and communicated results to internal customers.
- Functioned as primary data generator to record and calculate data and sign assay sheets.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science
The University of The Pacific
Stockton, CA12.2011
Skills
- Analytical Decision Making and Problem Solving
- Knowledge of Basic Chemistry Principles
- Record Preparation
- Data Analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Regulatory Compliance
- Effective Interpersonal, Written, and Verbal Communication
- Chemical Handling
- Team Collaboration
- Data Analysis
- Research Assistance
- Safety Protocol
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
California Department Of Fish And Wildlife
2011.04 - 2012.12
Field Scientist
Delta Keeper
2008.06 - 2011.06
Laboratory Technician
H.J. Heinz Company
2001.08 - 2006.12
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Science
The University of The Pacific
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