Cooper J. Reines

Pullman,USA

Summary

Detail-oriented and motivated undergraduate in Genetics and Cell Biology with hands-on experience in molecular biology, microbiology, and biochemistry laboratory techniques. Proven ability to perform DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, and sample preparation in regulated laboratory settings. Skilled in laboratory information management systems (LIMS), quality control (QC), and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Committed to upholding GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and biosafety protocols. Eager to leverage technical and analytical skills in a clinical research, biotech, or academic lab environment to support scientific discovery and innovation.

Overview

year of professional experience

Work History

Lab Assistant / Project Assistant

Washington State University – Dr. Brueggeman Barley Lab

03.2024 - 05.2024

Extracted DNA from barley plant samples using column-based and manual methods
Quantified DNA concentrations with spectrophotometry (Nanodrop)
Prepared samples for PCR and ran amplification protocols using thermal cyclers
Visualized PCR results via gel electrophoresis to assess primer efficiency
Participated in lab maintenance tasks including greenhouse cleaning and sample harvesting
Managed plant sample collections and maintained accurate sample logs
Utilized basic bioinformatics tools for genetic sequence analysis

Lab Assistant

Washington State University – Dr. Viveka Bubonic Plague Flea Lab

01.2023 - 04.2023

Sanitized and autoclaved glassware and media for bacterial culture preparation
Prepared bacterial media and solutions in compliance with SOPs
Monitored and recorded plate colony growth and prepared samples for DNA extraction
Checked laboratory safety equipment and participated in weekly safety audits
Scheduled and coordinated usage of the lab's autoclave and dishwasher

Education

Bachelor of Science - Genetics and Cell Biology

Washington State University

Pullman, WA

07.2025

Skills

DNA extraction and purification
PCR and RT-PCR
Gel electrophoresis and gel documentation
Colony counting, streak plating, aseptic techniques
Solution/media preparation and reagent formulation
Pipettes (single & multi-channel), centrifuge, spectrophotometer

Thermal cyclers, incubators, water baths
Basic bioinformatics tools (eg, BLAST, sequence alignment)
Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards

Hobbies and Interests

Professional: Staying current with advances in cellular and molecular biology; mastering new lab techniques and instruments; collaborating in hypothesis-driven research; exploring emerging tools in biotech and synthetic biology., Personal: Logic puzzles, chess, escape rooms, culinary experimentation (baking and recipe testing).

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