Amanda Price
Columbia,Pa
Summary
Dedicated and motivated undergraduate student with a strong academic background in biology and a passion for entomology. Experienced in both laboratory and field settings, with a focus on freshwater ecosystems and insect biodiversity. Proven leadership and time management skills as a dual-sport student-athlete in soccer and lacrosse. Eager to pursue advanced studies and a future career in entomological research and conservation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab Technician
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
Lancaster, PA
12.2025 - Current
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and analyses to ensure compliance with established protocols and standards.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and accuracy in results.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot technical issues, improving overall lab efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures, enhancing the reliability of test outcomes through systematic checks.
- Engaged in continuous learning to adopt new technologies and methodologies within the laboratory environment.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
Internship
Bartlett Tree Experts
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Critical thinking skills to prevent damage to customer property as well as maintaining safety of work crew
- Correct pruning procedures to maintain health and success of trees for customers
- Understanding of common management for diseases and insects that negatively impact the Arboreal practice.
Salesperson
Sheetz
01.2021 - 05.2025
- Communication with team members as well as customers to achieve “total customer focus”
- Organization and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment
Education
Bachelors of Science - Biology
Mount Aloysius College
Cresson, Pa12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Gettysburg College
Gettysburg, Pa05-2022
Skills
- Lab/Technical: PCR, water quality testing, insect identification
- Software: Excel, R, ArcGIS
- Language: Conversational in spanish
- Other: Public speaking, writing, teamwork
- Sample preparation
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Laboratory techniques
- Analytical thinking
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Specimen handling
- Safety protocols
- Sterile technique
- Issue troubleshooting
Timeline
Lab Technician
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories
12.2025 - Current
Internship
Bartlett Tree Experts
06.2025 - 08.2025
Salesperson
Sheetz
01.2021 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Gettysburg College
Bachelors of Science - Biology
Mount Aloysius College