ANDREW KIM
Germantown,MD
Summary
A senior chemistry student at UMCP. Passionate about bioanalytical chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sample Prep Technician
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
10.2023 - Current
- Currently assisting in the development of plasma derived therapies by drawing 100+ samples daily for PCR and serological tests (offsite)
- Maintains good laboratory practices according to SOPs.
- Assists in the purification of proteins in SPE and ATYA tests through salt addition in blood samples.
Teaching Assistant
UMD - Department of Biometrics
08.2024 - Current
- Currently leading weekly discussion sections for a biometrics course, guiding 28 students through data analysis techniques and statistical concepts
- Providing feedback to enhance student learning, fostering critical thinking and practical application of biometrics principles
Research Assistant
UMD Department of Engineering
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Learned how to utilize modeling software (Creo) and operated 3D printing systems to successfully create a feedback system for additive manufacturing machinery
- Consumed relevant literature to create presentations for Principal Investigators (PIs) and other supervisors
Research Assistant
UMD Department of Plant Sciences
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Collected samples, ran trials, and collaborated with peers in order to determine efficient nitrogen sources for S. Cerevisiae.
- Published poster for presentation at university science fair.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Maryland At College Park
College Park, MD05-2025
Skills
- Physical Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- High Performance Liquid Chromatography
- Gas Chromatography (With Flame Ionized Detector, Mass Spectrometer)
- Analytical Chemistry
- Technical Writing
- Literature Review
Accomplishments & Certifications
- University Dean's List
- Certified Nursing Assistant (Maryland Board of Nursing)
- Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED
Personal Information
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
UMD - Department of Biometrics
08.2024 - Current
Senior Sample Prep Technician
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
10.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
UMD Department of Engineering
07.2022 - 05.2023
Research Assistant
UMD Department of Plant Sciences
12.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Maryland At College Park