Anyssa Rodriguez
Edinburg
Summary
Disciplined and passionate experienced research scientist that has a natural affinity for overcoming challenging situations when performing arduous scientific techniques. Experienced in various aspects of laboratory management, laboratory protocols, execution of scientific experiments, and ability to analyze scientific data. Reliable, self-motivated team player with excellent communication, planning and problem solving abilities with a voracious appetite for knowledge.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Technician
University Of Texas Rio Grande Valley
01.2023 - Current
- Adapted quickly to changes in test protocols or methodologies, maintaining productivity during periods of transition.
- Assisted in the development of new laboratory methods, leading to increased testing capabilities.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Coordinated and managed laboratory projects and experiments.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
- Performed diagnostic tests involving processes such as western blotting analysis and immunocytochemistry.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Graduate Research Assistant
University Of Texas Rio Grande Valley
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Cancer research at the Biomedical Research Facility under the UTRGV School of Medicine Immunology and Microbiology Department.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Contributed to professionally-written scientific paper for publication.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
- Assisted faculty members with data collection for potential academic publications.
- Analyzed acquired information and presented to professors.
- Planned, modified, and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Maintained laboratory operations, updating and revising standardized operating procedures and reordering raw materials and supplies to sustain experiments and workflow.
- Educated undergraduate students on safe use of lab equipment and reagents and chemicals.
- Studied growth, structure, development and general characteristics of various types of cancer cells.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of The Incarnate Word
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted faculty members with research assignments on projects.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Searched scientific literature and selected and modified methods and procedures most appropriate for research goals.
- Extracted DNA or performed diagnostic tests involving processes such as gel electrophoresis, western blotting analysis, and RT-PCR.
- Collected and analyzed biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Education
Master of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX05.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Experimental Design
- Project Management
- Experiment Management
- Scientific Writing
- Analyzing and Synthesizing Data
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Hard Working
Accomplishments
- Published 'Role of Nutraceuticals in COVID-19 Mediated Liver Dysfunction' in Molecules. 2020.
- Awarded the Plaque of Honor at the UT Health Rio Grande Valley SOM International Conference on Cancer Health Disparities Research Symposium. 2021.
- Presented research at the UTRGV School of Medicine Research Colloquium. 2021.
- Presented research at the UTRGV SOM International Conference on Cancer Health Disparities Research Symposium. 2021.
- Presented research at the American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting. 2022.
- Participated in the UTRGV School of Medicine Research Symposium. 2022.
- Participated in the UTRGV School of Medicine International Conference on Cancer Health Disparities Research Symposium. 2023.
- Participated in the UTRGV School of Integrated Biological and Chemical Sciences Research Symposium. 2024.
Relevant Technical Skills
- Colony Formation Assay
- Confocal Imaging
- GFP Stable Cell Line Generation
- Immunocytochemistry (ICC)
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
- Invasion Assay
- Migration Assay
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Proliferation Assay (MTT)
- Real Time PCR
- Scratch Wound Assay
- Transfection
- Western Blotting Analysis
Certification
- Basic Introduction to Biosafety - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Biomedical Research Investigator and Key Personnel - 27 Sep 2021 - 26 Sep 2025
- Biomedical Responsible Conduct of Research Course - 27 Sep 2021 - 26 Sep 2025
- Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC) - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Emergency and Incident Response to Biohazard Spills and Releases - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Initial Biosafety Training - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Institutional Official: Animal Care and Use - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2026
- Investigators, Staff and Students - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2026
- NIH Recombinant DNA Guidelines - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Personal Protective Equipment - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Responsible Conduct of Research - Biomedical Responsible Conduct of Research Course 1. - 27 Sep 2023 - 26 Sep 2025
- Working with Animals in Biomedical Research -Refresher Course - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2025
- Working with Mice in Research - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2026
- Working with IACUC - Investigators, Staff and Students - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2026
- Microsoft Word - April 2015
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
University Of Texas Rio Grande Valley
01.2023 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
University Of Texas Rio Grande Valley
06.2020 - 12.2022
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University Of The Incarnate Word
01.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of The Incarnate Word
- Basic Introduction to Biosafety - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Biomedical Research Investigator and Key Personnel - 27 Sep 2021 - 26 Sep 2025
- Biomedical Responsible Conduct of Research Course - 27 Sep 2021 - 26 Sep 2025
- Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC) - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Emergency and Incident Response to Biohazard Spills and Releases - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Initial Biosafety Training - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Institutional Official: Animal Care and Use - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2026
- Investigators, Staff and Students - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2026
- NIH Recombinant DNA Guidelines - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Personal Protective Equipment - 07 Mar 2024 - 07 Mar 2025
- Responsible Conduct of Research - Biomedical Responsible Conduct of Research Course 1. - 27 Sep 2023 - 26 Sep 2025
- Working with Animals in Biomedical Research -Refresher Course - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2025
- Working with Mice in Research - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2026
- Working with IACUC - Investigators, Staff and Students - 01 Mar 2023 - 01 Mar 2026
- Microsoft Word - April 2015
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