Cuong Chi DU
Lab Assistant
Houston,TX
Summary
Competent Laboratory Assistant well-versed in equipment calibration, specimen preparation and sample testing. Forward-thinking and hardworking team player with extensive experience working in labs and performing thorough research. Familiar with automated lab equipment laboratory information systems. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level lab technician position to help launch career while achieving company goals.
Energetic and detail-focused individual with knack for meticulous organization and accuracy. Possesses foundational knowledge in laboratory safety and procedures, along with skills in data entry and basic lab equipment handling. Committed to contributing to systematic and efficient laboratory operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Patient Care Representative
Celebrity Spine & Joint
Houston, Texas
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Screened patients for financial assistance and aided in preparing required funding documents.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or external facilities when necessary for further treatment or evaluation.
- Enhanced communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers through clear explanations of treatment plans and procedures.
Research Assistant
University of Houston- Downtown
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted successful research on exopolysaccharide (EPS) extraction from Myxococcus Xanthus
- Meticulously recording and analyzing data to contribute to understanding microbial polysaccharides
- Executed a detailed study on EPS extraction from Myxococcus Xanthus, maintaining accurate data records and achieving research objectives successfully
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Lab Assistant
University Of Houston-downtown
Houston, Texas
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Performed routine laboratory tests, such as cell culturing, PCR and ELISA assays
- Documented results accurately in lab notebooks according to scientific standards
- Handled administrative tasks for laboratory staff and overall operations
- Completed equipment maintenance and calibration tasks according to standards
- Demonstrated testing procedures and equipment to new laboratory personnel
- Got certificate from BioRad company for Western Blot
Biology Seminar Speaker
University Of Houston-downtown
Houston, Texas
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Researched and presented in seminar about triple negative breast cancer (TNBC)
- Research and presented in seminar about lung cancer
Education
Associate of Science - Pre-Medicine
Houston Community College
Houston, TX 01.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
University of Houston
Houston, TX 09.2021 - 12.2024
Skills
- Laboratory Diagnostic Equipment
- Specimen Processing
- Supply Maintenance
- Laboratory Testing
- Chromatography
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Client Relations
- Rapid Data Entry
- Medically Literate
- Organizational skills
- Patient education
Certification
BioRad certification for Western Blot
BioRad certificate in Western Blot
Achieve certificate from Biorad Lab for Western Blot skill
Timeline
Patient Care Representative
Celebrity Spine & Joint
09.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
University of Houston- Downtown
01.2024 - 05.2024
Lab Assistant
University Of Houston-downtown
08.2023 - 12.2023
Biology Seminar Speaker
University Of Houston-downtown
01.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
University of Houston
09.2021 - 12.2024
Associate of Science - Pre-Medicine
Houston Community College
01.2019 - 05.2021
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