Anna Blanco
Miami,FL
Summary
Analytical Research Lab Intern with strong expertise in data analysis, experimental design, and laboratory safety protocols. Demonstrated ability to enhance productivity and efficiency in project execution. Proven skills in problem-solving and critical thinking, contributing to successful outcomes through effective teamwork and communication. Committed to maintaining high standards in clinical laboratory operations and adaptable to various work shifts.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Lab Intern
Florida international university, Tree Lab
Miami, FL
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Prepared reports summarizing project progress and results for management review.
- Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Collected field samples according to established protocols.
- Utilized microscopes and other equipment to analyze specimens or samples.
- Participated in seminars related to the research topics being studied.
- Assisted with the design of experiments for laboratory testing.
- Created presentations summarizing research findings for internal staff.
Cashier
Steves Pizza House
Miami, FL
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
Lab Intern
Florida International University, MMC
Miami, FL
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Recorded data from experiments in lab notebooks.
- Assisted faculty members with grant applications by gathering relevant information about their research interests.
- Implemented quality control measures when conducting tests or analyzing data sets.
- Developed experimental protocols and procedures based on research objectives.
- Collaborated closely with other scientists to develop hypotheses and testable models.
- Evaluated results of laboratory tests and reported findings to supervisor.
- Maintained inventory of supplies and reagents used in the lab.
- Attended seminars given by visiting scientists to learn about current trends in the field.
- Participated in group meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects.
- Provided technical support to other researchers in the lab setting.
- Analyzed large datasets using statistical software packages such as R or SAS.
- Assisted with the preparation of samples for analysis.
- Maintained and calibrated lab instruments and equipment to streamline use.
- Analyzed experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
- Compiled field observations and converted into data to prepare for experiments and tests.
Intern
Florida Oceanographic Society
Stuart, FL
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Biotech Highschool
Miami, FL06-2021
Some College (No Degree) -
Florida International University
Miami, FLSkills
- Data analysis
- Experimental design
- Microscope operation
- Field sampling
- Laboratory techniques
- Project management
- Inventory management
- Event planning
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Scientific writing
- Data interpretation
- Research design
- Lab safety protocols
- Web-based research
- Creating presentations
- Recordkeeping
- Sample collection
- Undergraduate research
- Scientific experiments
- Work prioritization
- Analytical thinking
- Microsoft Excel
- Qualitative research
- Report writing
- Adobe applications
- Research paper writing
- Problem-solving
- Research support
- Deadline driven
- Lab equipment operation
- Verbal and written communication
- Presentation preparation
- Statistical analysis
Affiliations
- Under water society President in highschool
Timeline
Research Lab Intern
Florida international university, Tree Lab
05.2025 - 08.2025
Cashier
Steves Pizza House
08.2019 - 10.2019
Lab Intern
Florida International University, MMC
06.2019 - 08.2019
Intern
Florida Oceanographic Society
05.2018 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Biotech Highschool
Some College (No Degree) -
Florida International University