Jordan Wolford
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Experienced scientist skilled in managing and conducting complex research projects across diverse scientific discipline. Made significant contributions to previous work environments by improving efficiency of laboratory procedures and enhancing quality of findings. Skilled in managing and conducting complex research projects across diverse scientific disciplines. Possess strong analytical abilities, adept at data collection, analysis, and interpretation to drive project objectives. Demonstrated capacity for critical thinking and problem-solving to advance scientific understanding and application. Contributed to significant improvements in research methodology and efficiency in previous roles, enhancing overall project outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Scientist
Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute
Minneapolis, MN
06.2023 - Current
- Directed lab operations, oversaw six personnel, and managed projects and budgets.
- Performed safety audits, resolved protocol issues, and addressed daily operational challenges.
- Forged collaborations with Hennepin teams and external companies to enhance data capabilities.
- Supervised preclinical and clinical studies, planning experiments per NIH grant proposals.
- Ensured compliance with IRB and IACUC protocols.
- Developed innovative protocols and trained lab personnel in new procedures.
- Conducted experiments to support clinical research initiatives using techniques such as flow cytometry, PCR, ELISA, DNA isolation, and IF.
- Evaluated data collected from experiments and analyzed results using statistical software programs.
Senior Research Assistant
Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute
Minneapolis, MN
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Authored 1 paper in Journal of Immunology recognized as editor’s top pick and showcased 2 posters at company research symposium
- Conducted 16-color flow cytometry staining, tetramer enrichment, and detailed analysis of immune cells.
- Oversaw 200 mice colony through effective handling, including IP administration, tail vein injections, breeding, and tissue harvest.
R&D Technician II
Miromatrix Medical
Eden Prairie, MN
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted flow cytometry analysis of cholangiocytes, HUVECS, and liver cell types through antibody panel development and assay execution.
- Authored SOPs and experimental protocols for IND submissions to ensure compliance.
- Optimized antibodies to enhance assay performance and accuracy.
- Compiled detailed reports for IND submission to support regulatory processes.
R&D Technician I
Miromatrix Medical
Eden Prairie, MN
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Executed porcine hepatocyte isolations, achieving consistent high yields and viabilities.
- Optimized cell culture processes for large-scale production of human cholangiocytes.
- Enhanced cryopreservation techniques to improve viability rates in human cholangiocyte production.
Research Assistant
University of Minnesota Morris
Morris, MN
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed two ovarian cancer cell lines for scheduled experiments and conducted ABE reactions with cells derived from cultures.
- Spearheaded lab establishment and commenced research projects
Teaching Assistant
University of Minnesota Morris
Morris, MN
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Executed diverse animal dissections and bacteria sample preparations to educate students on essential evolutionary traits of animals
Education
Master of Science - Microbiology and Immunology
Colorado State University
Online05.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Biology/Pre-Medicine
University of Minnesota Morris
Morris, MN05.2022
Skills
- Project management
- Results analysis
- Team management
- Medical device
- Document management
- Flow cytometry
- ELISA
- PCR
- Gel electrophoresis
- DNA isolation
- Mouse handling
- PBMC isolation
- Data analysis
- Western blots
- Cell culture
- Histology
- SOP authoring
- Protocol authoring
- Clinical Research Conduct
- Prism, FlowJo, RedCap, Microsoft Office Applications, Google Suite Applications, Dropbox
Timeline
Assistant Scientist
Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute
06.2023 - Current
Senior Research Assistant
Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute
06.2023 - 07.2024
R&D Technician II
Miromatrix Medical
05.2022 - 06.2023
R&D Technician I
Miromatrix Medical
05.2022 - 12.2022
Research Assistant
University of Minnesota Morris
01.2021 - 08.2021
Teaching Assistant
University of Minnesota Morris
01.2020 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Microbiology and Immunology
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology/Pre-Medicine
University of Minnesota Morris
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