Jonathan Leal
South Gate,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented Chemistry and Biology double major with a 3.65 GPA seeking a position as a Pharmacy Technician. Eager to apply strong skills in pharmaceutical practices, medication management, and patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Researcher
Martin Lab
Irvine, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Currently optimizing the expression of tunicate βγ-crystallin and purifying it through Size Exclusion Chromatography and Anion Exchange Chromatography techniques
- Evaluating purity through Mass Spectrometry and Gel Electrophoresis
- Presenting findings within the research group
Undergraduate Researcher
Dong Lab
Irvine, CA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Designed and synthesized co-drugs for cancer therapy using STING agonists MSA-2 and cyclic dinucleotide, and TLR agonist Resiquimod. Evaluated purity using NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) Spectroscopy and Mass Spectrometry
- Conducted reactions with Acrylates and Anhydrides using a copper catalyst. Evaluated purity with NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) Spectroscopy and Mass Spectrometry
- Presented findings within the research group
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
Dong Lab
Irvine, CA
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Designed and Synthesized co-drugs for cancer therapy using STING agonists MSA-2 and cyclic dinucleotide, and TLR agonist Resiquimod
- Evaluated purity using NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) and Mass Spectrometry
- Participated in weekly lab meetings to present progress reports on assigned tasks
Merchandiser
Sam's Club
Southgate, CA
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications
- Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times
- Participated in weekly meetings regarding upcoming promotions or changes in product lines
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry and Biology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06-2025
Skills
- Proficient in ChemDraw, MATLAB, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office
- Experienced in Mass Spectrometry, NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance), and Gel Electrophoresis
- Presentation
- Oral/Written Communication
- Problem Solving
- Organization
- Time-management
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Undergraduate Researcher
Martin Lab
01.2024 - Current
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
Dong Lab
06.2023 - 09.2023
Undergraduate Researcher
Dong Lab
01.2023 - 01.2024
Merchandiser
Sam's Club
06.2022 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry and Biology
University of California, Irvine
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