Maria Mikaela Isabel Liquido
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Resourceful Graduate Research Assistant passionate about advancing knowledge in Biochemistry and Biotechnology through high-quality research. Self-motivated professional with excellent communication, planning and problem solving abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
DOST- Philippine Nuclear Research Institute
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Created surveys and questionnaires to collect data for research projects.
- Maintained and calibrated various types of lab equipment.
- Scheduled appointments with test subjects over phone and through email.
- Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
Purchasing Executive
MNHL Engineering Services
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Identified and implemented options to reduce overall product cost such as consolidation, volume discounts and use of low cost transportation alternatives.
- Negotiated with material suppliers to finalize deals and facilitate shipment of materials.
- Directed and supervised personnel in properly maintaining incoming raw materials.
- Collaborated with quality control department to rectify customer complaints or quality issues with inventory.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Monitored and evaluated vendor performance to determine compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
- Generated reports, documents and analysis in [MS Project] for senior management review and approval.
- Contacted location managers and department supervisors to assess requirements.
Online Business Owner
SkinCoco PH
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and payroll to handle financial needs.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Corresponded with online customers to address questions or complaints about products, policies, or shipping methods.
- Promoted products in online communities through weblog or discussion-forum postings, e-mail marketing programs or online advertising.
- Uploaded digital media to online storefront, auction sites or other shopping Web sites for advertising purposes.
- Monitored trends in online retail to identify new opportunities for growth.
- Established and maintained e-commerce website to promote and sell products.
- Managed financial tracking, inventory coordination and social media marketing.
- Collaborated with supply vendors and distributors to purchase supplies in bulk with favorable discounts.
Education
High School Diploma -
De La Salle University
Binan, Laguna, Philippines06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Santo Tomas
Manila, Philippines06.2022
Professional Masters of Science - Industrial Microbial Biotechnology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05.2025
Skills
- Bid Process Management
- Excellent Verbal/Written Communication
- Quality Assurance Standards
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Specimen Preparation
- Statistical Analysis
- Research Reporting
- Research Paper Writing
- Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
- Literature Reviews
- Research and Analysis
- Specimen and Sample Preparation
Certification
1.) [Frontiers in Materials Science, Diversity of the Healthcare in Shanghai, Introduction to AI], Fudan University Summer International Program
2.) [Macromolecule 1-3, Physics (A1, C1, & B1), Chemistry 1-5, Biology 1-7, Math 1-3, and Earth and Space],International Summer Program (ISP) at the Graduate School of Science, Osaka University
3.) [Molecular Dynamics], University of California Berkeley
4.) [Prescription Drug Regulation, Cost, and Access: Current Controversies in Context], Harvard University
5.) First Aid/CPR Certified
Affiliations
- Rotary International
- Red Cross Philippines
- Gawad Kalinga Foundation
- UST Biochemical Society
- International Student Ambassador Club
- UNICEF Philippines
- Mailom-Javier Foundation
Fields of Interest
- Organogenesis of Ectopic Tissue in the Lymph Node.
- One-Step Ligation on RNA Amplification to Detect Drug-Resistant HIV.
- Novel therapies for Parkinson's and Alzheimer's Disease.
- Stem cells and their applications in transplant and regenerative medicine.
- In vivo CRISPR/Cas9 targeting of fusion oncogenes for selective elimination of cancer cells.
Research Experiences
- Camellia sinensis Induces Cancer Apoptosis, National Institute of Technology, Akashi College Japan - Mini Research for Academic Year 2015-2016
- Physiochemical Analysis of Organic Scrub Soap Using Aloe Barbadensis Miller Mucilage Extract and Pulp, De La Salle University - Capstone Research for Academic Year 2016- 2017
- Evaluation of Ipil-ipil (Leucaena leucocephala) Seed Gum as Co-Encapsulating Agent for Targeted and Controlled Delivery of Powdered Insulin Plant (Chamaecostus cuspidatus), University of Santo Tomas - Biochemistry Thesis [Presented in the following research conventions: Natural Products Society of the Philippines (Dec 2, 2021), National Research Council of the Philippines (March 15, 2022), Science Council of Asia (March 15-17, 2022) (Qualified as one of the TOP 10 competing finalists))
- A Comparative Analysis of the Potential Anticancer Properties of Tetrahydrocannabinol, Cannabidiol, and Tetrahydrocannabivarin Compounds Through In Silico Approach (2022)
Publications
- Lim, H. E., Liquido, M. H., Sugcang, R. J., Parker, C. B., & Villaflores O. B. (2021) A Dive throughthe “Cure alls” and Home Remedies: Salves and Liniments
- Dacasin, A., Liquido, M. M. I. ., Maglaqui, E. D. A., Origenes, A. R., Santiago, L. ., & Devanadera, M. K. . (2022). EVALUATION OF IPIL-IPIL (Leucaena leucocephala) SEED GUM AS CO-ENCAPSULATING AGENT FOR TARGETED AND CONTROLLED DELIVERY OF POWDERED INSULIN PLANT (Chamaecostus cuspidatus). Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Food Sciences, 12(4), e6149. https://doi.org/10.55251/jmbfs.6149
Timeline
Purchasing Executive
MNHL Engineering Services
07.2022 - 07.2023
Research Assistant
DOST- Philippine Nuclear Research Institute
05.2022 - 06.2022
Online Business Owner
SkinCoco PH
01.2019 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
De La Salle University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Santo Tomas
Professional Masters of Science - Industrial Microbial Biotechnology
University of Arizona
1.) [Frontiers in Materials Science, Diversity of the Healthcare in Shanghai, Introduction to AI], Fudan University Summer International Program
2.) [Macromolecule 1-3, Physics (A1, C1, & B1), Chemistry 1-5, Biology 1-7, Math 1-3, and Earth and Space],International Summer Program (ISP) at the Graduate School of Science, Osaka University
3.) [Molecular Dynamics], University of California Berkeley
4.) [Prescription Drug Regulation, Cost, and Access: Current Controversies in Context], Harvard University
5.) First Aid/CPR Certified
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