Danielle Hess
College Station,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional skillful in sample analysis, data recording and laboratory maintenance. Resourceful and adaptable individual with experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Scientist
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Texas - Analytical Development
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Scientist - June 2022-August 2023
Associate Scientist - August 2023- Present
- Pioneered a Next Generation Sequencing laboratory by writing SOPs, managing equipment, and developing assays
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
- Developed a qPCR assay to identify mycoplasma species in media, cell, virus, and plasmid samples
- Established and executed client methods for ELISA, 260/280, PCR, AUC, BCA, and compendial methods
- Acted as a trainer for PCR, ELISA, 260/280, and AUC assays.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment by adhering to best practices for chemical handling and waste disposal.
Barback and Tasting Room Attendant
Blue Ostrich Winery and Vineyard
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Delegated mentor for 5 new employees in serving, selling, and cleaning procedures
- Ensured optimal customer satisfaction by assessing client preferences and excellent customer service.
- Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
Education
Master of Science - Applied Biotechnology
University of Wisconsin - Platteville
05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05.2022
Texas A&M University
05.2022
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX12.2021
Skills
- PCR Techniques
- Next generation sequencing
- Electrophoresis Techniques
- Spectroscopy Techniques
- ELISA assay
- Assay development
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Self Motivation
Publications
Co-author and editor of: “Annotating Putative D. discoideum Proteins Using I-TASSER.”
doi: 10.17912/micropub.biology.000420
Research Experience
Annotating Putative D. discoideum Proteins Using I-TASSER
January 2021 - May 2022
- Investigated the structure and function of hypothetical proteins using I-TASSER
- Selected by the research professor to complete training for 8 new students
- Edited and finalized annotations from fellow students before publication
- Annotating Putative D. discoideum Proteins Using I-TASSER
Biomedical Research Certificate
January 2020 - December 2021
- Instructed fellow students on relevant bioinformatics tools including Galaxy and MATLAB
- Collaborated with a team to produce bioinformatic analysis on Next Generation Sequencing data
- Completed 18 credit hours in research laboratories and classrooms with a 4.0 GPR
Activities
Memorial Student Center Development Director (Texas A&M University)
September 2020-May 2022
- Organized 7 events, 2 luncheons, and two student training event to facilitate student-donor relations
- Trained 17 student organizations to create budget and funding presentations
- Managed a $18,000 budget to plan various events to build student leaders
Timeline
Associate Scientist
Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies Texas - Analytical Development
06.2022 - Current
Barback and Tasting Room Attendant
Blue Ostrich Winery and Vineyard
08.2018 - 09.2019
Master of Science - Applied Biotechnology
University of Wisconsin - Platteville
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University