Jason Widjaya
San Diego,California
Summary
Biology graduate skilled in field research, environmental sampling, and scientific reporting. Demonstrated expertise in conducting surveys, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Adept at maintaining organized workflows and enhancing team communication, driving successful outcomes in laboratory and field settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
UCSD
San Diego, USA
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Led a CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing project in *Saccharomyces cerevisiae* to investigate ADE2 gene knockouts and colony color phenotyping
- Performed yeast transformations, colony PCR, DNA extraction, and sequence verification
- Analyzed gene editing efficiency using gel electrophoresis and sequence alignment
- Maintained sterile technique and managed media prep, microbial culture, and equipment
- Applied spectrophotometry and pH measurements for physiological and fermentation analysis
Lab Student
Physiology Lab
Auburn, USA
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted anatomical dissections on birds, mammals, and other species for comparative physiology studies.
- Collected and analyzed physiological data to support lab group presentations.
- Maintained sterile environments while adhering to biohazard safety protocols.
- Collaborated with biology department at Green River College on various research projects.
Secretary
Phi Theta Kappa
Auburn, USA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed data and communication for 500+ members, organizing academic and volunteer events to enhance member engagement.
- Developed and implemented documentation procedures to track membership status and attendance, ensuring consistency across executive team operations.
Education
B.S. - General Biology
University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
San Diego, CA06-2025
Associate of Applied Science -
Green River College
Auburn, WA06-2023
Skills
- Field research techniques
- Field sampling
- Environmental sampling
- Data collection
- Quantitative research
- Data analysis
- Scientific reporting
- Lab methods
- Software proficiency
- Field safety procedures
- Problem solving
Work Eligibility
F-1 OPT eligible
Languages
- English, fluent
- Bahasa Indonesia, fluent
Hobbies and Interests
- Wildlife conservation
- Ecological fieldwork
- Environmental monitoring
- Biological surveys
Leadership Extracurricular
Secretary, Phi Theta Kappa, Auburn, WA, 01/01/22, 12/31/23, Managed data and communication for 500+ members, organized academic and volunteer events, and tracked participation, as well as ensuring timely dissemination of critical information., Developed and followed internal documentation procedures to track membership status, attendance, and organizational records, supporting consistency across the executive team.
Personal Information
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Timeline
Research Assistant
UCSD
01.2025 - 06.2025
Lab Student
Physiology Lab
09.2022 - 06.2023
Secretary
Phi Theta Kappa
01.2022 - 01.2023
B.S. - General Biology
University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
Associate of Applied Science -
Green River College