Charles Gates III
Choctaw,Oklahoma
Summary
Experienced laboratory professional prepared for this role with strong background in specimen handling, data entry, and quality control. Adept at maintaining high standards and ensuring accuracy while meeting deadlines. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within team and adapt to changing needs. Skilled in laboratory protocols, safety procedures, and equipment maintenance, consistently delivering reliable results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specimen Processing Technician
Diagnostic Laboratory Of Oklahoma
07.2024 - Current
- Streamlined specimen processing workflow, implementing effective organization strategies for sample storage and retrieval.
- Expedited critical test results by promptly notifying appropriate medical personnel of any abnormal findings or discrepancies.
- Supported diagnostic accuracy by troubleshooting and resolving specimen-related issues in a timely manner.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring data integrity throughout the processing procedure.
- Optimized use of laboratory resources by tracking inventory levels and replenishing supplies as needed, minimizing downtime due to shortages.
- Provided exceptional customer service to medical professionals and patients alike, addressing any concerns or questions related to specimen processing in a timely and professional manner.
Student Research Assistant
Langston Uni. Agriculture Research Department
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared letters of recommendation for students looking to obtain internships and cooperative opportunities.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Developed strong analytical skills by utilizing statistical software to analyze large datasets for meaningful insights.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Maintained and calibrated various types of lab equipment.
- Presented research findings at departmental meetings, promoting awareness of current projects within the academic community.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
- Increased efficiency in lab operations by maintaining a clean and organized work environment while adhering to safety protocols.
- Taught small groups of students focused on specific parts of coursework.
- Assisted with training new student researchers on proper laboratory techniques, contributing to overall team productivity.
- Helped students develop diligent study habits and strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Assisted in the completion of research projects, conducting literature reviews and gathering relevant information.
- Adapted quickly to new areas of focus within the lab or department, demonstrating flexibility in learning new concepts or methods.
Teaching Assistant
Langston University
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
- Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Served as a mentor to new teaching assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for classroom management and instruction.
- Taught courses under the guidance of senior instructors.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Student Research Intern
Kansas State University
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
- Enhanced research quality by meticulously compiling and analyzing data from various sources.
- Presented research findings to faculty members, effectively communicating complex concepts in an understandable manner.
- Assisted with preparing project-related reports, presentations and manuscripts.
- Managed, prepared and manipulated extensive databases.
- Participated actively during meetings by sharing ideas and providing constructive feedback on ongoing projects.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Laboratory Science
Oklahoma Christian University
Edmond, OK12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Pre-med Biochemistry
Langston University
05.2024
Skills
- Research reporting
- Academic Presentations
- Research methods
- Database Searches
- Research Paper Writing
- Multitasking and Organization
- Community Outreach
- Scientific Writing
- Scientific Communication
- Data Collection
- Qualitative Research
- Statistical software
- Cell Culture Techniques
- Microbiology Techniques
- Chemical Reagent Preparation
- Chromatography
- PCR Techniques
- Electrophoresis Proficiency
- Mass spectroscopy
- NEFA-HR Assay
- YSI Assay
- SDS Page
- Western Blotting
- Sysmex Maintenance
- ACL TOP 300 Maintenance
- Quality Control
Leadership Experience
NAACP, Langston, Oklahoma, Educational Chairman, 08/2020 - 05/2022, Organized several events on campus that would best interest students locally and nationally., Collaborated with other NAACP chapters at other universities to spread awareness of scholarship opportunities, social justice matters, and educating students to "Know the Polls" before elections and voting matters., Orchestrated several events with guest speakers to come to campus and provide seminars pertaining to student-related issues such as financial aid, sexual education, study habits, and other ways to become a prepared scholar.
Accomplishments
- Trained undergraduate students on laboratory techniques and research fundamentals.
- Educated undergraduate students on clinical good practices and laboratory techniques.
- Presented research on The Expression of Annexin A2 on Prostate Cancer cells at NCUR at the University of Warwick in Coventry England.
- Delivered poster presentation on NRF2 Regulation Post Activation inCD4+ T-Cells in Mice at SACNAS conference in Puerto Rico in 2023.
Research
- LUNAR BC NASA, Langston, Oklahoma, Student Research, 08/2019 - 05/2020, Investigated the underlying issues of astronauts who experience prolonged exposure to a microgravity environment., Conducted research to identify possible countermeasures of Immune System Dysregulation due to Microgravity Conditions., Tested and analyzed various plant extracts to determine which would best preserve T-cell viability in zero gravity., Presented several supplemental research on what plant extracts could best aid T-cell viability under stress.
- UNT HSC Undergrad Research, Fort Worth, Texas, Student Research, 05/2020 - 08/2020, Inspected and clarified the issues associated with prostate cancer regarding morbidity due to the high metastatic rate typically found in terminal cancer., Identified that cancer patients diagnosed early typically have a survival rate of 89% in the first four years of diagnosis., Supported preliminary efforts to understand the significance of concentrated protein levels in correlation with metastasis in prostate cancer., Assisted in collecting data to further research opportunities and proposed using gene therapy as a therapeutic agent for prostate cancer treatment.
Affiliations
- Student Government Association (SGA)
- Premedical Grind
- Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
- Kansas IDEA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (K-INBRE)
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Certification
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Timeline
Specimen Processing Technician
Diagnostic Laboratory Of Oklahoma
07.2024 - Current
Student Research Assistant
Langston Uni. Agriculture Research Department
08.2023 - 05.2024
Teaching Assistant
Langston University
08.2022 - 05.2024
Student Research Intern
Kansas State University
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Pre-med Biochemistry
Langston University
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Certificate of Technical Studies - Medical Laboratory Science
Oklahoma Christian University
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