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ISABEL GUTIERREZ ZUBIATE

El Paso,Texas

Summary

experience in molecular biology and lab maintenance, honed at University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)'s Department of Biological Sciences and SUMO-Influenza Laboratory. Excelled in conducting cellular experiments and managing data analysis, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills and a commitment to excellence. Proven ability to collaborate effectively and present findings clearly.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Department of Biological Sciences, UTEP
El Paso, Texas
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided individualized instruction and developed lab materials
  • Maintained lab equipment and ensured smooth lab operations

Research Assistant

SUMO-Influenza Laboratory, UTEP
El Paso, Texas
06.2021 - Current
  • Conducted cellular and molecular biology experiments, focusing on SUMOylation
  • Performed PCR, protein purification, Western blotting, and transfections
  • Managed data analysis and experiment records

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Campus OffiCE of Undergraduate Research, UTEP
El Paso, Texas
07.2020 - 12.2022
  • Assisted in drafting research proposals and conducting experiments
  • Presented findings at annual COURI symposia

Research Assistant

Dr. Li Research Group, UTEP
El Paso, Texas
07.2020 - 05.2021
  • Investigated water pollutant degradation using gold nanoparticles
  • Collaborated on lab-on-a-chip design for catalytic studies

Education

PhD - Biosciences

University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, Texas
06-2027

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, Texas
12.2022

Skills

  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Culture
  • Protein Techniques
  • Microscopy
  • Lab Maintenance
  • Microsoft Office

Accomplishments

  • Dodson Research Grant (2024-2025) – Funded graduate research project.
  • Collaborative Author – Nature (2023): Alternative splicing of the SUMO1/2/3 transcripts affects SUMOylation.
  • Presenter – COURI Symposium (2021, 2022), Medical of Americas Symposium (2024), Biomedical Sciences Symposium (2024).

Languages

  • Spanish, Native fluency
  • English, Advanced proficiency

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Department of Biological Sciences, UTEP
08.2023 - Current

Research Assistant

SUMO-Influenza Laboratory, UTEP
06.2021 - Current

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Campus OffiCE of Undergraduate Research, UTEP
07.2020 - 12.2022

Research Assistant

Dr. Li Research Group, UTEP
07.2020 - 05.2021

PhD - Biosciences

University of Texas At El Paso

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Texas at El Paso
ISABEL GUTIERREZ ZUBIATE