Eddie Hughes
La Crosse
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience at UW-Madison's Engineering Bacteriophage Lab, where I engineered T7 bacteriophage mutants. Proven skills in data management and effective communication, complemented by a strong background in teamwork and training. Passionate about scientific research and environmental advocacy, with a commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Bacteriophage Lab
UW-Madison
01.2026 - 05.2026
- In this lab we spent a semester engineering mutants of the T7 bacteriophage in order to test the virulence of different strains versus E.coli using techniques such as YAC, PCR, and phage killing assays.
Technology Aide
Onalaska Theater
11.2023 - 06.2025
- I was head of student technology in my school's theater, where I ran light shows from a computer and led a team of students to keep things running behind the scenes. I also did all the maintenance work involved with light fixtures and electrical systems.
Science Club Teacher
Onalaska School District
09.2024 - 05.2025
- I taught several classes of elementary schoolers throughout our school district about the basics of the scientific method and research through hands-on experiments and lessons.
President of Environmental Club
Onalaska High School
09.2022 - 05.2025
- I was a member and president of my school's environmentalist club where we campaigned to the district to change policies to become more environmentally friendly and to reduce our carbon footprint.
High School Lab Aide
Onalaska High School
09.2023 - 01.2025
- I was a lab aide to an AP Biology teacher after I took the class, where I cleaned and set up labs for physics and biology classes. This gave me lots of experience in working with all sorts of labware.
Service/Food Champion
Taco Bell
Onalaska
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Prepared food items according to company recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and dining areas.
- Provided excellent customer service during high-volume shifts.
- Assisted in training new staff on food preparation techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Molecular/Cellular Biology, Neurobiology
UW-Madison
Madison05-2029
High School -
Onalaska High School
Onalaska05-2025
Skills
- Organization
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication
- Data management
- Fluent in French
- Collaboration
- Training & Development
Awards
- National Marching Award, 2025
- Outstanding Contributor-Concert Band, 2022
- Outstanding Contributor(100+ Hours)-National Honors Society, 2025
Languages
- French
- English
- French
Classes Taken
- Bio 151
- Chem 103
- Chem 104
- Biochem 207
- Stats 371
Timeline
Engineering Bacteriophage Lab
UW-Madison
01.2026 - 05.2026
Science Club Teacher
Onalaska School District
09.2024 - 05.2025
Service/Food Champion
Taco Bell
03.2024 - 10.2024
Technology Aide
Onalaska Theater
11.2023 - 06.2025
High School Lab Aide
Onalaska High School
09.2023 - 01.2025
President of Environmental Club
Onalaska High School
09.2022 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Molecular/Cellular Biology, Neurobiology
UW-Madison
High School -
Onalaska High School