Enrique Reyes
Edmond,OK
Summary
Experienced Microbiologist with proven experience improving scientific community by performing accurate research while complying with laboratory safety protocol and standards. Outstanding data management and report development skills contributing to research funding efforts. Currently trained in clinical microbe identification and reporting, but do not count with the ASCP board certification exam.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiologist
Institute For Environmental Health
07.2019 - 05.2023
- Interpreted research findings and summarized data into reports.
- Conducted experiments related to cell culture.
- Viewed and compared genomic content.
- Ordered laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Assessed host range and efficiency of Salmonella spp, E. coli, and Listeria spp. bacteriophages.
- Performed bioengineering of bacteriophages of interest in the pursuits of introducing reporter genes.
- Refined molecular techniques like PCR, Plasmid extraction and isolation, DNA extraction and isolation, and maintaining pure colonies and bacteriophage stocks.
- Worked closely with PhD level researchers to provide timely results and preparation of technologies for identification of pathogenic agents in various foods.
- Managed overall laboratory functions.
- Kept accurate databases of specimens collected and stored in repository.
COVID-19 Tester
Institute For Environmental Health
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Performed RT-PCR for nasopharyngeal specimens.
- Troubleshooting of RT-PCR assay for CoVid-19
- Storage and cataloging of nasopharyngeal specimens according to regulatory specifications and in company policies.
- Logging and protection of patient identifying information according to HIPAA law.
- Customer service for acquisition of results or trouble shooting inconsistencies.
Media Preparations
Central Washington University
08.2016 - 06.2019
- Handled Preparations of various selective, differential and enrichment media for microbiology courses.
- Prepared laboratories for specific lessons pertaining microscopy and identification of microorganisms.
- Responsibilities pertaining managing sterilization and maintaining an optimal aseptic profile for all utensils used within the microbiology laboratory.
- Worked closely with professors to provide an engaging and fully stocked experienced for students.
- Provided a space for students to help with my obligations to teach them about the back end of the academics branch of microbiology.
Education
MSHS - Clinical Microbiology
George Washington University
Washington, DC08.2023
Master of Science - Microbiology
Central Washington University
Ellensburg06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2017
Skills
- PCR and variations
- Plasmid DNA and Genomic DNA extraction and isolation
- Microscopy
- Staining
- Preparation of reagents, dyes and media
- Electroporation and various bioengineering techniques
- Traditional microbiology techniques
- Excel Proficiency
- LIMS Proficiency
Timeline
COVID-19 Tester
Institute For Environmental Health
01.2021 - 10.2022
Microbiologist
Institute For Environmental Health
07.2019 - 05.2023
Media Preparations
Central Washington University
08.2016 - 06.2019
MSHS - Clinical Microbiology
George Washington University
Master of Science - Microbiology
Central Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology
Central Washington University
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