Jacob Newsome
Houston,TX
Summary
Critical thinking Research Technician demonstrating superior data gathering and analysis skills. Astute professional knowledgeable in laboratory terminology, procedures and statistical methods. Ready to join a new organization collaborating with other professionals in a laboratory environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Technician II
Therapeutic Microbiology Laboratory
2023.08 - Current
- Project Leadership: Led the LifeGift project, focusing on cultivating and studying microbes with potential probiotic benefits for Crohn’s disease and other inflammatory bowel conditions
- Technical Expertise: Developed advanced techniques for microbial culture and analysis, enhancing understanding of microbiome impacts on gastrointestinal health
- Skills Applied: Utilized skills in microbiome analysis, data interpretation, and experimental design; maintained rigorous standards in clinical research.
- Handled all troubleshooting tasks on malfunctioning lab equipment working with manufacturers to resolve problems.
- Followed research protocols when gathering data and performing lab experiments.
- Supported senior management with creation and enhancement of continuous improvement of research procedures.
- Kept work areas extremely clean and sanitized properly to avoid errors in research.
Eye Bank Specialist
Lions Eye Bank of Texas- Baylor College of Medicine
2022.12 - 2023.08
- Donor Chart and Medical Record Review: Reviewed donor charts and medical records for organ donation suitability
- Family Consultation: Provided support and guidance to donor families, facilitating communication and addressing their needs
- Cornea Distribution Management: Managed cornea distribution, ensuring suitability for transplantation and coordinating with medical teams
- Hands-On Experience: Gained experience in eye and cornea extraction procedures.
Ophthalmic Technician
Retina Consultants of Texas
2021.11 - 2022.12
- Dilated and recorded patient eye pressure
- Updated medical charts using EMR and IntelliChart systems
- Assisted physicians with intravitreal injections
- Conducted medical exams in Spanish
- Accumulated 2000 clinical hours.
COVID-19 Lab Technician (Temporary)
Astrix Recruiting
2021.09 - 2021.10
- Operated PCR, transfer, and QIAcube machines for COVID-19 testing.
Security Officer
DSI Security
2021.01 - 2021.09
- Controlled and monitored facility access
- Conducted active patrols around the facility
- Ensured facility was locked at the end of the day.
Security Officer
Securitas
2020.01 - 2020.09
- Controlled and monitored facility access
- Conducted active patrols around the facility
- Ensured facility was locked at the end of the day.
Education
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
Texas A&M University – Kingsville
05.2020
Skills
- Scientific terminology
- Reagent preparations
- Laboratory techniques
- Written and oral communication
- Research design
- Inventory ordering
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Quality Assessment
- Molecular Biology
- Cell Culture
- Experimental design
Undergraduateresearchexperience
- Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP), The Ohio State University, 06/2019, Dr. Peter Piermarini, Tested the effects of CINNEX, a plant-derived molecule with suspected insecticidal properties, on 1st and 3rd instar larvae. Conducted research on various plant-derived insecticides' effects on Aedes aegypti. Maintained mosquito larvae colonies and performed bioassays to evaluate CINNEX's impact on larval development.
- McNair Scholars Program, Texas A&M-Kingsville, 05/2018 - 12/2018, Dr. Richard Laughlin, Investigated the role of iron in Salmonella Typhimurium infections.
Timeline
Research Technician II
Therapeutic Microbiology Laboratory
2023.08 - Current
Eye Bank Specialist
Lions Eye Bank of Texas- Baylor College of Medicine
2022.12 - 2023.08
Ophthalmic Technician
Retina Consultants of Texas
2021.11 - 2022.12
COVID-19 Lab Technician (Temporary)
Astrix Recruiting
2021.09 - 2021.10
Security Officer
DSI Security
2021.01 - 2021.09
Security Officer
Securitas
2020.01 - 2020.09
Bachelor of Biomedical Science -
Texas A&M University – Kingsville
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