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ResearchAssistant

Julian Vega

San Francisco,CA

Summary

Biology graduate with training in microbiology, molecular biology, and genomics, combining hands-on wet lab experience (PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, library preparation) with dry lab skills in genome annotation, phylogenetic analysis, and bioinformatics. Seeking to contribute strong laboratory technique and data analysis skills in a research-driven laboratory environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, California, USA
01.2025 - 08.2025
  • Isolated and characterized a bacterial strain with potential heavy-metal resistance
  • Performed genome annotation and comparative genomic analyses to identify resistance genes
  • Applied bioinformatics tools to analyze nucleotide and protein sequences
  • Maintained detailed laboratory notebooks and experimental records
  • Followed laboratory safety, biosafety, and proper waste-disposal protocols
  • Collaborated with team members to analyze results and summarize findings

Research Assistant

Boria Lab, San Francisco State University
San Francisco, California, USA
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Collected and processed mouse tissue samples for genomic analysis
  • Isolated and quantified genomic DNA for sequencing applications
  • Prepared DNA libraries from extracted gDNA for use with Next Gen Sequencing
  • Used RStudio to analyze sequences datasets and generate spatial and analytical visualizations
  • Followed animal tissue handling protocols in compliance with laboratory safety and ethical guidelines
  • Communicated results and workflow updates with lab members during group meetings

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry Minor

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, California, USA
12.2025

Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies: Math And Science

Folsom Lake College
Sacramento, CA
05-2023

Skills

  • Aseptic technique
  • Spectrophotometry
  • PCR
  • Excel, Google Sheets
  • DNA Library Preparation
  • Sequence analysis (fna, faa)
  • DNA/RNA extraction
  • Genome annotation (Prokka)
  • Gel electrophoresis
  • Basic statistics & data visualization
  • Bacterial culture & isolation
  • Gram staining

Timeline

Research Assistant

San Francisco State University
01.2025 - 08.2025

Research Assistant

Boria Lab, San Francisco State University
01.2023 - 01.2025

Bachelor of Science - Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry Minor

San Francisco State University

Associate of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies: Math And Science

Folsom Lake College
Julian Vega