Caleb Valentine
Edwardsville,IL
Summary
Dynamic Research Technician with extensive experience at Washington University, specializing in neuronal research and data analysis. Proficient in molecular technologies and skilled in project management, I successfully led imaging studies for drug screenings while training team members. Committed to meticulous experimental design and fostering collaboration within the lab environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Technician
Washington University
St Louis, MO
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted neuronal research to gather data for various diseases, such as ALS, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease.
- Cultured various neurons, such as sensory neurons, motor neurons, and dopaminergic neurons, from induced pluripotent stem cells.
- Lead imaging and data analysis research for ABCA3 drug screenings.
- Proficient in using various molecular technologies, such as the D300e, Htai microscope, and CMS.
- Assisted in programming the Biomek, a robot used for various tasks in the laboratory.
- Tracked progress of multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Trained new members of team in various lab techniques and equipment maintenance and operation.
- Operated standard laboratory instruments for data collection purposes.
- Conducted literature reviews to support research objectives and experimental design.
- Maintained records of research activities such as experimental notes, data logs, and other documents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05-2027
Skills
- Data analysis
- Laboratory techniques
- Project management
- Experimental design
- Molecular technologies
- Neuron cultivation
- Imaging software
- Materials inventory control
- Performing experiments
- Molecular biology
- Inventory ordering
- Reagent preparations
- Verbal and written communication
- Data collection
- Laboratory instrumentation
- DNA extraction
- Establishing procedures
- Procedural updating
- Cell culture
- Goal setting
- Biological sampling
- Genetic analysis
- Inventory oversight
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Time management abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Lab result interpretation
- Team building
- Inventory restock and supply
- Team training
Timeline
Research Technician
Washington University
04.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville