Iryna Graham
Lexington,KY
Summary
Dynamic laboratory technician with extensive experience at Kansas State University, excelling in data analysis and laboratory maintenance. Proven ability to manage equipment calibration and inventory oversight while fostering independent and collaborative work environments.
Skilled in synthesizing peptides, preparation of biochemical samples, work with laboratory animals, cell culture, C. elegance, chemical and biological substances, keeping accurate logs and data notebook, keeping track of chemical inventory.
Responsible worker, hard working, stress-resistant person with calm temperament, quick learner.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Perform testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation..
- Perform routine lab and department maintenance to keep the area clean and orderly, make orders and reports, keep accurate logs and data.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Maintained laboratory equipment worth over 50K$ to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Storing, transporting, preparing and analyzing samples, synthesizing peptides and other products.
- Work with cell culture and C. elegans a model for lifespan and healthspan research.
- Buffer and solutions preparation. Operated laboratory equipment such as microscope, centrifuge, peptide synthesizer, speedVac dryer and vacuum oven,
particle analyzer DLS and Zeta potential, western blot gel, spectrophotometer, evaporator, cell counting and others. - Support laboratory staff with resolving problems and helping with special projects.
- Instructed over 10 students on proper operation of laboratory equipment and execution of experiments.
Laboratory Animal Technician
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of animal living areas, including kennels and operating rooms.
- Monitored animal behavior and health to identify signs of distress or illness.
- Provided nursing care by monitoring vital signs of animals.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications for thorough documentation.
- Sterilized and maintained surgical equipment to ensure operational readiness.
Medical Laboratory Technician
MTM Eurolab
Kyiv, Ukraine
06.2016 - 10.2018
- Conducted tests for hormones by radio-immune method, general blood and urine tests, blood preparation for analysis, plasma and serum isolation.
- Processing and issuing the results of the analysis to patients, working with the database of patients.
- Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results, data notebook, keep track of chemical inventory.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
Student Laboratory Technician
Instytut Biokhimiyi Imeni O.V. Palladina Nan Ukr
Kyiv, Ukraine
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Biology, Specialization : Biochemistry
National Taras Shevchenko University of Kyiv
Kyiv, Ukraine06.2016
Skills
- Multilingual communication
(English, Russian, Ukrainian) - Ability to lift and carry over 50
pounds - Independent and team collaboration
- Inventory oversight
- Data analysis
- Laboratory maintenance
- Equipment calibration
Certification
- Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) (ID 111570)
- Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC) (ID 111374)
- NIH Recombinant DNA Guidelines (ID 111373)
- Animal Biosafety (ID 111367)
- Initial Biosafety Training (ID 111365)
- Biosafety/Biosecurity - Biosafety for Comparative Medicine Group (ID 111637)
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Kansas State University
09.2022 - 06.2025
Laboratory Animal Technician
Kansas State University
08.2022 - 09.2022
Medical Laboratory Technician
MTM Eurolab
06.2016 - 10.2018
Student Laboratory Technician
Instytut Biokhimiyi Imeni O.V. Palladina Nan Ukr
09.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Biology, Specialization : Biochemistry
National Taras Shevchenko University of Kyiv
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