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Jessica Yan

San Mateo,CA

Summary

Dedicated researcher with expertise in molecular biology techniques and PCR design. Strong analytical skills and written communication abilities to convey complex data findings. Proven ability to work independently with a strong sense of duty and enthusiasm for scientific development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Researcher

Treehouse Childhood Cancer Initiative
Santa Cruz, CA
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Utilize RNA sequencing data to call and identify variants in diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma.
  • Extraction of alternate allele frequency of DIPG variants.
  • Usage of large cancer databases, such as COSMIC and cBioPortal, to determine the profile and pathogenicity of DIPG variants.
  • Use of molecular biology lab techniques to verify the expression of a variant in the DIPG-6 cell line.
  • PCR primer design and comfort with performing PCR using gel electrophoresis.
  • PCR optimization using a temperature gradient on a ThermoCycler.
  • Sanger Sequencing interpretation and variant verification.

Food Service Worker

Meet Fresh
San Mateo, CA
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Monitored inventory levels of food items used during meal services.
  • Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instructions.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and accurately to guests tables.
  • Assisted with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
  • Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including dining room, kitchen and storage areas.

Food Service Worker

Mrs. Fields Cookies
San Mateo, CA
09.2016 - 09.2018
  • Monitored inventory levels of food items used during meal services.
  • Assisted in the preparation of food items according to recipes and instructions.
  • Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
  • Assisted with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Performed opening and closing duties as assigned by management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
06-2025

Skills

  • Molecular biology techniques
  • PCR design
  • Academic writing
  • Laboratory management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Presentation preparation
  • Undergraduate research

Accomplishments

  • 2025 Santa Cruz Strength- Iron Roses Best Lifter Award
  • 2024 USPA- Best Junior Lifter
  • 2024 Santa Cruz Strength- Iron Roses Best Lifter Award
  • 2023 USPA- Surf City Open Best Junior Lifter Award
  • 2021 Jim Yowell Music Enrichment Award
  • 2021 Most Improved Tennis Player Award
  • 2019 Most Outstanding Musician Award
  • 2015 Foster City Art Award

Affiliations

  • Cello Performance
  • Fine Arts
  • Powerlifting
  • Tennis
  • Japanese Study

Timeline

Student Researcher

Treehouse Childhood Cancer Initiative
01.2025 - 06.2025

Food Service Worker

Meet Fresh
06.2021 - 09.2021

Food Service Worker

Mrs. Fields Cookies
09.2016 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology

University of California, Santa Cruz

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