Laboratory technician with an extensive background in laboratory settings and hands-on experience with analytical instruments, as well as data management. With a Master's in Food Science from UC Davis, eager to apply the degree towards food production focusing on sustainability and improving the food system with a passion to offer creative solutions.
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Haruka Tomishima
Beaverton,OR
Summary
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Sugamo Advance School
Tutor
Job overview
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Brew Dr. Kombucha
Laboratory Technician
11.2021 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Initiated implementation of improved data input format
- Lead sensory panel on products and assist with sensory data analysis
- Hands on experience with Excel and Google Sheets, experienced in data analysis
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
University of California, Davis
Graduate Student Researcher
01.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Master's thesis on Chemical Characterization of Almond Varieties
- Lead the method development on existing analysis
- Experience with GC, HPLC, texture analyzer, moisture analyzer, and spectrophotometer
- Knowledge on chemical and solvent handling, general lab equipment
- Prepared fact sheets, tables, and graphs to summarize research results for publication and presentations
University of California, Davis
Teacher Assistant
01.2021 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Lead a lab section and present weekly on lab procedures and concepts
- Collaborate with other TAs on content and presentation slides
- Make virtual lab videos explaining concepts and walking through lab procedures.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Oregon State University
Sensory Lab Assistant
07.2018 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.
- Helped conduct sensory evaluation for food companies.
Oregon State University
Research Assistant
11.2016 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Honors thesis on Determining sugar byproducts and lignin from Liquid Fraction Process samples
- Experience with HPLC, pH meter, and autoclave
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc.
Research and Development Intern
06.2016 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Assisted in formulation of a new food product development
- Helped create prototype for new packaging ideas
- Prepared samples for tasting presentations
- Executed sanitation/cleaning of work environment.
Education
University of California, Davis
Master of Science from Food Science and Technology
University Overview
Oregon State University
Honors Bachelor of Science from Food Sciences And Technology
University Overview
Minor: Chemistry and Nutrition
Portland Japanese School
High School Diploma
University Overview
Skills
- Lesson/Project Planning
- Leading groups and Teaching
- Organization
- Microsoft Office Programs, Basic computer knowledge
Certification
- HACCP
- Excel Data Analysis
Publications
Publications
The Almond (Prunus dulcis): Chemical Properties, Utilization, and Valorization of Coproducts Annual Review of Food Science and Technology 2022Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Brew Dr. Kombucha
11.2021 - 09.2023
Teacher Assistant
University of California, Davis
01.2021 - 03.2021
Graduate Student Researcher
University of California, Davis
01.2020 - 08.2021
Sensory Lab Assistant
Oregon State University
07.2018 - 06.2019
Research Assistant
Oregon State University
11.2016 - 06.2019
Research and Development Intern
Ajinomoto Foods North America Inc.
06.2016 - 09.2016
Tutor
Sugamo Advance School
University of California, Davis
Master of Science from Food Science and Technology
Oregon State University
Honors Bachelor of Science from Food Sciences And Technology
Portland Japanese School
High School Diploma
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