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
Microbial identification
Quality control procedures
Pathogen detection
Equipment maintenance
ELFA assay
MDA assay
Laboratory management
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Attention to detail
Excellent communication
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 -