ChemDraw
Chris Amurrio
Research Assistant
Falls Church,VA
Summary
Driven research assistant experienced in conducting graduate-level laboratory research. Has worked in very interdisciplinary environments from organic synthesis to microbiology. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
Languages
3
3
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Planned, modified, and executed research techniques & procedures
- Ran & analyzed Western Blots for in vitro experiments
- Solid-phase DNA synthesis, purification, and subsequent protein bioconjugation
- Reported weekly via online meetings & in writing to PI
Teaching Assistant
University Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Lab instructor of 3 general chemistry courses & primary point of contact
- Demonstrated & enforced basic chemistry lab protocols
- Gathered & organized materials for lab
- Created visual aids & online materials to support learning environment
Lab Aide
University Of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Properly labeled chemicals for effortless identification
- Properly stored or disposed of all lab materials
- Instrument troubleshooting (IR & GC)
- Demonstrated & enforced safe laboratory technique & proper PPE
Peer Chemistry Tutor
University Of Mary Washinton
Fredericksburg, VA
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Planned lessons in allotted time to strengthen understanding in weak topics of general chemistry & organic chemistry
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills & correct weaknesses
- Designed group science dictionary to help guide students in classroom & lab
- Maintained records of student progress
Undergraduate Research Student
University Of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Carried out various reactions with enzymes involving setup, purification, and product characterization (via GC-MS, IR, NMR)
- Consistently analyzed data for optimization of kinetic enzymatic resolution
- Applied for & awarded $2000 local research grant
- Met in-person biweekly with PI & undergraduate collaborators
- Research generated much momentum, project was passed down to three undergraduates
Assistant Manager
McDonald's
Fredericksburg, VA
09.2018 - 07.2019
- Supervised employees & trained new employees
- Ordered & stocked inventory, reviewed sales & profits
- Provided weekly work schedules to employees
- Met weekly with managers to improve store operation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA 08.2017 - 05.2020
Skills
GC-MS
Software
Google Drive
MS Office
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
University Of Pittsburgh
08.2020 - 12.2020
Research Assistant
University Of Pittsburgh
07.2020 - 04.2021
Lab Aide
University Of Mary Washington
01.2020 - 05.2020
Peer Chemistry Tutor
University Of Mary Washinton
08.2019 - 05.2020
Assistant Manager
McDonald's
09.2018 - 07.2019
Undergraduate Research Student
University Of Mary Washington
01.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Mary Washington
08.2017 - 05.2020
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