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Allison Fortin

Microbiologist
Chesapeake,VA

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Microbiologist

FTS Labratories
01.2022 - Current
  • Conducts microbiological analyses on food and environmental samples to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Develops and validated laboratory methods for detecting microbial contaminants, improving test accuracy and reliability.
  • Trains new staff on laboratory protocols, safety procedures, and the proper use of equipment to maintain high operational standards.
  • Monitors laboratory equipment performance, ensuring timely maintenance and calibration to uphold testing integrity
  • Prepares detailed reports on experimental findings.
  • Reduces contamination risk by maintaining a sterile laboratory environment and adhering to safety protocols.

Research Assistant

Eastern Virginia Medical School
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assisted in structural studies of actin and actin-binding proteins using advanced cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) to investigate cytoskeletal rearrangements relevant to human health and bacterial pathogenesis.
  • Assisted in data acquisition and processing using automated image acquisition systems.
  • Collaborated with postdocs and senior researchers to study mechanisms of cytokinesis, focusing on the morphology of the contractile ring during cell division.
  • Performed image preprocessing, 2D/3D classification, and refinement workflows using Linux operating system.

Education

Master of Science - Microbiology And Cell Science

University of Florida
Gainesville, United States
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Biology

Virginia Peninsula Community College
Hampton, United States
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Kempsville High School
Virginia Beach, United States
05.2001 -

Skills

Good laboratory practices

Timeline

Microbiologist

FTS Labratories
01.2022 - Current

Research Assistant

Eastern Virginia Medical School
08.2021 - 12.2021

Master of Science - Microbiology And Cell Science

University of Florida
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Old Dominion University
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Biology

Virginia Peninsula Community College
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Kempsville High School
05.2001 -

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