Feben Habtehyimer
Durham ,NC
Summary
Scientific research professional with robust foundation in academic research and analysis. Proven ability to contribute to impactful studies, with strong focus on collaborative efforts and achieving research objectives. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic research settings, utilizing critical thinking and analytical skills to advance study outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Student Researcher
Duke University
Durham, NC
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to inform research direction and methodology.
- Developed experimental protocols to ensure reproducibility and reliability of data collection.
- Analyzed data using statistical software to derive meaningful insights from research findings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align project goals and share research progress.
- Performed Tissue Culture Growth and Immunofluorescent staining assays to support research studies.
- Used GraphPad Prism to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of qPCR data.
- Maintained accurate records of experimental procedures and results, contributing to well-organized databases for future reference.
Research Technologist, Department of Infectious Diseases
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
11.2021 - 06.2024
- Extracting plasma and peripheral blood mononuclear cells in HIV and Sars-CoV-2 transplant patients.
- Conducting and analyzing multiple binding immunoassays using Meso Scale Discovery (MSD).
- Collaborating with national sites and labs on campus to ensure correct samples are received and processed.
- Coordinating supplies to national sites ensuring they have the required resources to deliver samples.
- Meticulous organization of extracted blood samples in software database and notebook records.
- Maintaining of lab equipment and reagents used in experiments.
- Training new employees on lab assays and data management.
Research Assistant, Hancock Lab
Towson University
Towson, MD
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Developed a novel application of differential thermal melt analysis following multiplex qPCR to screen for recombinant mycobacteriophages.
- Acquired expertise in Mycobacterium smegmatis growth, liquid and solid media preparation, sterile technique, conventional and quantitative PCR, primer design, bacteriophage titering, plaque purification, and phage genomic DNA purification.
- Generated electrocompetent cells and transformed them with bacteriophage DNA using electroporation.
- Maintained and updated meticulous records of all experiments performed, including experimental details and results.
- Authored a successful grant proposal by providing compelling justification for the proposed research while a student.
- Authored a poster and presented the results of my research at a 2021 ACS regional meeting.
- Mentored two undergraduate students in performing lab activities and in engaging in the scientific process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology, Biochemistry and Bioinformatics (MB3)
Towson University
Towson, MD05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Chemistry
Towson University
Towson, MD05-2021
Master of Science - Molecular Genetics And Microbiology
Duke University
Durham, North Carolina, NC12-2025
Skills
- Software: Microsoft Office, Meso Scale Discovery
- Laboratory: Thin layer chromatography, primer design, PCR, agarose gel analysis, tissue culture growth, sterile technique, aseptic technique, bacterial cell culture growth, blood processing, immunoassays, genomic DNA purification and quantification
- Scientific writing
- Written and oral communication
- Statistical software proficiency
Timeline
Graduate Student Researcher
Duke University
08.2024 - 12.2025
Research Technologist, Department of Infectious Diseases
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
11.2021 - 06.2024
Research Assistant, Hancock Lab
Towson University
02.2020 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Chemistry
Towson University
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology, Biochemistry and Bioinformatics (MB3)
Towson University
Master of Science - Molecular Genetics And Microbiology
Duke University
COURSEWORK
- Virology, Duke University (Spring 2025)
- Microbial Pathogenesis, Duke University (Spring 2025)
- T Cell Biology, Duke University (Fall 2024)
- Genetic Switches, Duke University (Fall 2024)
Work Preference
Salary Range
$50000/yr - $200000/yrLEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Member, American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology September 2019 to 2021
- Member, Forensic Science Student Organization September 2019 to 2021
- Member, National Society of Leadership and Success February 2017 to 2021