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Cassandra Austin

Research Assistant
Lansing,MI

Summary

Results-oriented Research Assistant with a background in scientific research practices, publications and statistical analysis. A current Biochemistry and Molecular Biology/Biotechnology student experienced in Horticulture research with proficiency in various lab techniques.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Michigan State University - Dept. Of Horticulture
3 2023 - Current
  • Utilized various fruit quality instruments, including FirmTech, Texture Analyzer, pH meter, Brix refractometer, and titratable acidity meter.
  • Identified and quantified fruit volatiles with SPME-GCMS.
  • Conducted statistical analysis using Python, contributing to future research publications.
  • Created and presented scientific research poster.
  • Performed vital horticulture responsibilities: harvesting, scouting for pests, watering, weeding, and pruning.

Creative Coordinator

Diggin'
09.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated organization events, activities, and meetings.
  • Successfully recruited members and encouraged participation.
  • Curated visual assets for use in digital marketing campaigns.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology/Biotechnology

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
09.2020 - 04.2024

Skills

GCMS

Titration

Extraction

Distillation

TLC

H NMR Spectroscopy

IR Spectroscopy

Uv-Vis Spectroscopy

Timeline

Creative Coordinator

Diggin'
09.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology/Biotechnology

Michigan State University
09.2020 - 04.2024

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Michigan State University - Dept. Of Horticulture
3 2023 - Current
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