Jonathan Larsen
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Diligent Associate of Biology focused on the timely, quality completion of all lab procedures. Works well under pressure within high-volume testing environments. Laboratory Technician accomplished in DNA extraction and data and statistical analysis. Advanced training in genetics, batch buffer preparation, and PCR sample preparation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Specimen Processor
PerkinElmer Genomics
Valencia, CA
10.2020 - Current
- With great communication and teamwork, processed over 2 million samples.
- Collect tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
In-Home Caregiver
Sharon Gardner
Lancaster, CA
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies
- Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops
- Increased medication knowledge and medical terminology prowess through consistent research and continuing education
Nursery Technician
Evergreen Nursery
Lancaster, CA
02.2012 - 10.2015
- Cultivated and nurtured relationships with customers in strategic vertical markets to support ongoing definition of differentiated product value
- Managed logistics operations to meet customer expectations and financial standards and policies
- Provided observations, took measurements and performed tests at various stages according to quality control plan
- Operated with high integrity, built trust, and earned sustained credibility with internal and external clientele
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA06.2020
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School, Mojave, CA, US
Mojave, CA2003
Skills
- Accurate Labeling
- Aseptic Technique
- Bacterial Enumeration
- Bacteria Transformation
- Bio-hazard Waste Disposal
- Centrifuge
- Infection Control Standards
- IR Spectroscopy
- Gel Electrophoresis
- GC/MS
- Media Preparation
- Proper Storage Procedures
- Sample Collection
- Serial Dilution
- Tracking Specimens
Hobbies
Kites, Poultry, Gardening, Home-Roast Coffee, Electronics.
Timeline
Specimen Processor
PerkinElmer Genomics
10.2020 - Current
In-Home Caregiver
Sharon Gardner
06.2016 - 08.2018
Nursery Technician
Evergreen Nursery
02.2012 - 10.2015
Associate of Science - Biology
Antelope Valley College
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School, Mojave, CA, US
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