Microsoft Excel
Christian Ahukanna
Biologist
Wichita,Kansas
Summary
Meticulous and highly motivated Biological Sciences graduate with almost 2 years of strong research background in biochemistry, cell biology, and microbiology looking to fill a position as a (position and company). Wishing to leverage aptitude, as well as exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills to (help the ABC Corp with your upcoming challenges (added value)).
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Student Researcher
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
04.2021 - Current
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets and timely produced research paper pending publication in journals.
- Planned, successfully modified and executed research techniques, protocol and assays.
- Prepared presentations, tables and graphs to summarize research results.
- Interpreted and analyzed research data using Solver, to draw conclusions on outcomes.
- Trained incoming teammates on various techniques and assays, detailing the technicalities of tools and protocol used in the lab.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Wichita State University Chemistry Department
Wichita, KS
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Led lab sessions of over 30 students by teaching and demonstrating lab experiments, as well as safety protocols for proper use of chemicals and safe disposal of hazardous materials; all with minimum supervision or oversight from professors.
- Calibrated and maintained lab fume hoods, centrifuges, oxygen sensors, pH meters, thermometers and bomb calorimeters.
- Meticulously maintained student records, checked assignments, proctored tests, and provided grades all according to university standards.
- Devised creative tools such as visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support lab lesson delivery.
- Checked course materials for discrepancies and conferred with academic area chair on questions or issues involving course curricula, instructional strategies and college policies and procedures.
Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader
Wichita State University Office Of Student Success
Wichita, KS
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Developed student-specific tutoring plans in concert with teachers, parents, and administrators that accommodated over 100 students
- Managed schedule of 10+ weekly appointments helping students with homework, test prep, and advanced placement examinations.
- Responded to after hours email and telephone requests to provide students assistance with specific questions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS 08.2016 - 05.2022
Skills
Site-directed mutagenesis and molecular cloning
Primer design
PCR design and sequencing
Protein expression, concentration, detection, dialysis and purification
Leadership, teambuilding and Interpersonal Communication
Creative, Analytical and Critical Thinking
Data management and analysis
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 7 in the development and execution of an independent systematic LDH engineering study.
- Wrote a University- reviewed scientific article on our findings pending publication.
Software
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Access
Database Management
Certification
UMKC Supplemental Instruction Certificate
Timeline
Student Researcher
Wichita State University
04.2021 - Current
UMKC Supplemental Instruction Certificate
08-2019
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Wichita State University Chemistry Department
05.2019 - 01.2020
Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader
Wichita State University Office Of Student Success
08.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Wichita State University
08.2016 - 05.2022