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Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Rhodes College
Memphis, TN05.2023
Austin McKay
Mandeville,LA
Summary
Skilled Researcher enthusiastic about supporting advancements biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology. Passionate about increasing knowledge to drive growth and needed improvements. Proficient in conducting laboratory and field experiments while using complex research methods and data collection procedures. Hardworking and driven with superior organizational and analytical skills combined with unparalleled dedication to research excellence. Skilled in molecular design and 3D imaging programs. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Skills
- In Vitro Assay Development
- RNA Isolation Techniques
- Cell Culture Expertise
- Western Blotting Proficiency
- PCR and qPCR Techniques
- Chromatography Techniques
- Protein Purification Methods
- Bioinformatics Knowledge
- Mass Spectrometry Knowledge
- Molecular Biology Techniques
- Gel Electrophoresis Expertise
- Enzyme Assays Development
- Immunohistochemistry Techniques
- Research Paper Writing
Education
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
Work History
SWE Teacher
St. Tammany Parish School Board
10.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Varsity Defensive Back Coach
Fontainebleau High School
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective defensive strategies.
- Analyzed game footage for strategic insights, sharing findings with the team to improve their understanding of opponents tactics.
- Coordinated defensive drills that focused on specific areas needing improvement, resulting in increased resilience during games.
- Managed football summer programs, tryouts, practice schedules and routines.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Fontainebleau High School
11.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective practice routines and drills.
- Assisted head coach in strategizing game plans for successful outcomes in competitive matches.
- Managed basketball summer programs, tryouts, practice schedules and routines.
Sports Performance Assistant Coach
Ochsner Performance Training
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Enhanced team performance by developing and implementing effective training programs tailored to individual athlete needs.
- Implemented cutting-edge workout routines designed to increase strength, agility, endurance, and overall fitness for all athletes.
- Significantly reduced injury rates through close observation of physical condition development preventive exercises implementation targeting common problem areas.
Front Desk Attendant
East Memphis Athletic Club
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by efficiently managing front desk operations and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Streamlined check-in and check-out processes for improved guest experience and reduced wait times.
- Maintained a professional and welcoming environment at the front desk, contributing to positive guest feedback.
- Handled guest complaints with professionalism and empathy, resolving issues in a timely manner to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Managed phone lines effectively, directing calls to appropriate departments while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
- Processed payments accurately and securely for both room charges and incidental expenses during guest stays.
- Organized and maintained thorough record-keeping systems for guest information and billing details to ensure accurate documentation.
- Conducted guided tours and informed guests about programs offered.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Rhodes College
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Planned, carried out, and wrote formal results / conclusions with supervision from faculty members on research projects focused on the rearrangement of compounds through different organic chemistry reactions that were focused on the amino acid Serine.
- Enhanced research outcomes by conducting thorough literature reviews and data analysis.
- Contributed to the completion of multiple research projects, managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
- Presented research findings at university events, showcasing the value of undergraduate research efforts.
- Developed skills in various research methodologies, ensuring high-quality work across diverse projects.
- Participated in regular lab meetings, contributing valuable insights and suggestions for ongoing projects.
- Maintained detailed records of all experiments conducted, ensuring easy accessibility and proper documentation procedures were followed.
- Applied critical thinking skills when troubleshooting issues encountered during experimentation or while interpreting results from any collected data sets.
Certification
BLS and CPR Certified
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout
- Rhodes College Football Athlete Fall 2019 - Spring 2022
- 3.7 GPA
- cum laude Graduate
- 6 Semesters of Extensive Lab / Research Experience
- Tri Beta Member, Rhodes Chapter (National Biology Honor Society)
- Gamma Sigma Epsilon, Rhodes Chapter (National Chemistry Honor Society)
- Certified ASBMB Graduate with Proficient Achievement (Top 32% of All Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Major Graduates in 2023)
Affiliations
- Pi Kappa Alpha
Quote
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
Software
Python
Timeline
Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Fontainebleau High School
11.2023 - Current
SWE Teacher
St. Tammany Parish School Board
10.2023 - Current
Varsity Defensive Back Coach
Fontainebleau High School
08.2023 - Current
Sports Performance Assistant Coach
Ochsner Performance Training
06.2023 - 10.2023
Front Desk Attendant
East Memphis Athletic Club
04.2022 - 11.2022
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Rhodes College
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Rhodes College
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