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Work History
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Intercollegiate Athletics
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Jaila Robinson

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Summary

Detail-oriented DNA Analyst I with expertise in presumptive testing and evidence handling at the New Orleans Police Department Crime Laboratory. Proven ability to maintain chain of custody and ensure quality control, while effectively collaborating with teams to enhance laboratory operations. Committed to accuracy and integrity in forensic analysis.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

DNA Analyst I

New Orleans Police Department Crime Laboratory
New Orleans
06.2024 - Current
  • Conduct presumptive screening for blood, semen, and potential contact DNA on crime scene evidence.
  • Utilize an alternate light source (ALS) to locate and document biological stains on various substrates.
  • Prepare samples for subsequent DNA analysis, and enter case data and test results into LIMS, ensuring accuracy and traceability.
  • Maintain strict adherence to chain of custody, evidence integrity, and contamination-free protocols, with quality control checks.

Server

Degidio’s Bar and Restaurant
St. Paul
05.2021 - 06.2024
  • Delivered exceptional service in fast-paced dining environments, taking customer orders accurately for timely service, and high satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with restaurant staff to maintain efficient operations, and trained new servers on procedures and best practices for consistent quality.

Forensic Biology Teaching Assistant

Saint Louis University
St. Louis
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Designed laboratory scenarios and simulations, facilitated lab sessions, and explained proper lab techniques to enhance students' analysis comprehension.
  • Proctored exams, maintained laboratory equipment, enforced safety protocols, and assisted the professor for course success.

Intern

Missing Person Support Center
St. Louis
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Streamlined record organization through NamUS databases and Microsoft Excel, cross-referenced crime scene DNA with family submissions, and ensured accuracy in record maintenance.

Peer Instructor

Saint Louis University
St. Louis
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assessed student comprehension of coursework, and developed instructional resources for diverse learning needs.
  • Led a diverse group to successfully navigate the first year of college with minimal challenges.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science, Minor in Biology

Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO
05.2023

High School Diploma - Richfield, Minnesota

Academy of Holy Angels
Richfield, Minnesota
06.2019

Skills

  • Presumptive testing
  • Evidence handling and compliance
  • Biological fluid identification
  • Laboratory documentation and LIMS
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Reagent preparation and maintenance
  • ISO/IEC 17025 compliance
  • Policy writing

Intercollegiate Athletics

Saint Louis University Women’s Track and Field Team, Division I, 08/2019 to 05/2023

  • Dedicated 15-20 hours weekly to conditioning, weight training, team meetings, travel, and meets while managing a full 12+ credit course load per semester., Showcased leadership and teamwork in both in sports and academic/professional settings.

Extracurricular Activities

Forensic Research Project, 01/2023 to 05/2023

  • Conducted an independent research project on the effectiveness of crime scene processing techniques while investigating the potential degradation of DNA using these techniques.

Forensic Science Club Vice President of Internal and External Affairs, 08/2020 to 05/2023

  • Develop monthly content for club members on important information regarding club, and Forensic Science program.

Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Mentorship Coordinator, 08/2020 to 05/2023

  • Ensure program quality related to the matching and monitoring of the relationship between mentee and mentor while coordinating events to enhance the sense of community amongst members.

Timeline

DNA Analyst I

New Orleans Police Department Crime Laboratory
06.2024 - Current

Forensic Biology Teaching Assistant

Saint Louis University
01.2023 - 05.2023

Intern

Missing Person Support Center
05.2022 - 08.2022

Peer Instructor

Saint Louis University
08.2021 - 12.2021

Server

Degidio’s Bar and Restaurant
05.2021 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science, Minor in Biology

Saint Louis University

High School Diploma - Richfield, Minnesota

Academy of Holy Angels