Connor Isitt
Port Orange,FL
Summary
Motivated biology graduate with a minor in business, offering a strong foundation in both fields. Eager to apply my education and professional skills in a practical setting to contribute to an organization making a meaningful impact.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Assistant
United Medical Research
Port Orange, FL
02.2025 - Current
Microbiology Lab Assistant
AdventHealth
Daytona Beach, USA
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Supported laboratory scientist by completing microbiology duties assigned, including micro specimen processing, slide preparation and staining, culture set ups, and handing of positive blood cultures
- Performed tasks such as answering phones, reprinting labels, documenting equipment temperatures and CO2 levels, and canceling and reordering tests
- Adhered to laboratory rules and regulations: CLIA, HIPPA, and state regulations
- Received and ensured that specimens are correctly labeled and orders are received through the laboratory information system
- Helped maintain laboratory equipment and cleanliness of laboratory and storage facilities
Lab Assistant
University of Florida Blueberry Breeding Program
Gainesville, USA
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted with the review and testing of incoming harvested blueberries to find the best genotypes, which were then made into cultivars and mass-produced
- Analyzed the genotype of blueberries against a standard sample chosen by the lab director
- Completed testing such as pH, firmness, brix, and total titratable acidity (TTA) to determine the quality of every genotype
- Tested 50-150 genotypes every day
- Transcribed and entered all data found into our genotypic database via tablet
- Communicated and reported all results and findings to the lab director to verify
- Collaborated with a team of 4 people to ensure the validity of results found in my testing
- Supported the tissue culture lab with plant initiation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biology; MInor in Business Administration
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL08.2023
Associate of Arts -
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL05.2021
Skills
- Laboratory equipment management
- Organizational Skills
- Analysis Skills
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Research and analysis
- Attentional to detail
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification
Timeline
Clinical Research Assistant
United Medical Research
02.2025 - Current
Microbiology Lab Assistant
AdventHealth
03.2024 - 02.2025
Lab Assistant
University of Florida Blueberry Breeding Program
02.2023 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biology; MInor in Business Administration
University of Florida
Associate of Arts -
Daytona State College
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