HANNAH GIER
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Research Scientist experienced in molecular biology, microbiology, and product-focused R&D. Skilled in DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, microbial culture, graphene nanoparticle technologies, and microscopy (SEM & fluorescence). Proficient with bioinformatics tools and data analysis, and experienced in SOP development, lab operations, and cross-functional project support. Recognized for adaptability, creative problem-solving, and a disciplined work ethic.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Life Magnetics
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Managed laboratory operations: supply ordering, budgeting, QuickBooks documentation, inventory, safety compliance, and HR administrative tasks.
- Demonstrated proficiency in aseptic techniques and laboratory safety procedures.
- Develop SOPs, safety documents, and QC workflows for consistent lab operations.
- Maintained lab documentation, data traceability, and reproducibility.
- Optimized graphene nanoparticles for DNA, RNA, and cellular extraction.
- Performed RT-PCR, liquid handling, and culturing techniques on diverse organisms including bacteria and yeast.
- Applied extensive microbiology knowledge to improve diagnostic methods for dairy cattle diseases, urine, blood, and wastewater.
- Discovered customers through project development.
- Manufactured graphene nanoparticles.
- Managing company website.
Secretary
Irish Hills Marina
07.2016 - 07.2021
- Detailing watercrafts for customers.
- Maintaining customer accounts and company expenses via QuickBooks.
Education
Master of Science - Biology- Ecology, Evolution, & Organismal Studies
Eastern Michigan University
05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Madonna University
05.2021
Associates of General Studies - Mathematics & Natural Sciences
Washtenaw Community College
05.2019
Skills
- Maintaining laboratory documents and data
- Project development
- Cell culturing
- Aseptic technique
- SOP development and compliance
- SEM & Green Fluorescent Microscope analysis
- QuickBooks
- RT-PCR & Q-PCR
- Graphene Nanoparticle Usage
- Website development
- BioDrop & Nanodrop
- NCBI, SnapGene, Clustal Omega, & R
- DNA, RNA, & tissue extractions and isolations
- Microsoft (Word, Excel, &PowerPoint)
- Liquid Handling
- Graphene nanoparticle manufacturing
- Customer Discovery
Timeline
Research Assistant
Life Magnetics
06.2023 - 11.2025
Secretary
Irish Hills Marina
07.2016 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Madonna University
Associates of General Studies - Mathematics & Natural Sciences
Washtenaw Community College
Master of Science - Biology- Ecology, Evolution, & Organismal Studies
Eastern Michigan University