Amy Li
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Experienced with laboratory techniques and research methodologies. Utilizes advanced data analysis to support scientific inquiries. Knowledge of collaborative research environments and adapting to evolving project needs. Ready to join a new organization collaborating with other professionals in a laboratory environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Technician II
Charles River Laboratories
12.2024 - 02.2026
- Observe animals for general health and overall well being.
- Perform basic in-life technical procedures
- Assist in cohabitation smears of all species.
- Read basic study protocols and extract pertinent information.
- Review documentation of functions performed as part of quality control requirements.
- Retrieve and view Standard Operating Procedures using appropriate database.
- Handle, restrain, and provide care for rats, mice, rabbit, guinea pig, and hamster
- Maintain clean work areas
Research Assistant
PlantVillage
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Worked with AI to collect and annotate Phenotypic data.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
Plant Culture and Biotechnology Course
Penn State University
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Genetically modified Petunia plants using Agrobacterium mediated Transformation.
- Collected and tested samples of cells and tissues to conduct studies.
- Presented elevator pitch on a product that could help with increased soil salinity in the Mediterranean.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Invertebrate Zoology Course
Penn State University
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Collected water samples and analyzed the contents of the water sample.
- Dissected numerous amounts of invertebrates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Penn State University
State College, PA05.2024
Skills
- Dissection
- Gavage
- Intravenous injection
- Subcutaneous injection
- Intramuscular injection
- Vena cava blood collection
- Jugular vein blood collection
- Lateral tail blood collection
- Data collection
- Animal handling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research Technician II
Charles River Laboratories
12.2024 - 02.2026
Research Assistant
PlantVillage
01.2024 - 05.2024
Plant Culture and Biotechnology Course
Penn State University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Invertebrate Zoology Course
Penn State University
08.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Penn State University