Derek McLean
Franklin,MA
Summary
Biology major seeking to use research and problem solving experience to positively impact the community. Efficient worker who demonstrates consistent results while managing multiple projects. Motivated, quick to learn, and sees a project to completion. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Lab Worker
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Specialized in conducting glucose and ketone tests with accuracy and precision in mouse models.
- Analyzed and interpreted data, accurately identifying and reporting laboratory results.
- Assisted with research into Alzheimer's disease by conducting required experiments.
Lab Instructor
University of Hartford
08.2024 - Current
- Applied advanced education to help students struggling with material and techniques.
- Demonstrated skills and safety procedures to students during laboratory sessions.
- Partnered with primary instructor in teaching students and enforcing laboratory rules.
- Worked with program director to develop and implement successful lesson plans.
- Observed students to assess progress with laboratory work and assign grades.
- Maintained accurate program documentation with attendance, participation and incident reporting.
- Facilitated student participation by delivering fun, engaging lessons.
Work Study Student
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Worked collaboratively with club directors to implement rosters and budgets.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Groundworker
Walpole Country Club
05.2023 - 08.2023
- - Maintained a top country club in Massachusetts
- - Helped lead beautification projects on grounds
- (4 months)
Sales Associate
vineyard vines
06.2022 - 05.2023
- - Helped manage shipments from warehouse to storefront
- - Assessed customer needs and helped find correct product
- - Maintained customer relations through friendly communication
- (1 year)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT05-2026
Bridgton Acadmy
Bridgton, ME05.2022
High School Diploma -
Bishop Feehan High School
Attleboro, MA05.2021
Skills
- Scientific writing
- Chemical handling
- Laboratory equipment maintenance
- Oral communication
- Cell culture
- Scientific research
- Gram-stained slide preparation
- Equipment calibration
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Reagent mixing
Timeline
Student Lab Worker
10.2024 - Current
Lab Instructor
University of Hartford
08.2024 - Current
Groundworker
Walpole Country Club
05.2023 - 08.2023
Work Study Student
08.2022 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
vineyard vines
06.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Hartford
Bridgton Acadmy
High School Diploma -
Bishop Feehan High School