Karen Rivera
Lawrenceville,GA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate candidate with strong organizational skills eager to secure a position to advance my career goals. Who is dependable and successful at managing multiple tasks with efficiency and a positive attitude.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CURE Research Experience
Oglethorpe University
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Researched the genetic collaboration between Spr-2 mutated C. elegans and smrc-1 and cbp-1 gene mutations on chromatin and gene expression using RNAi
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for brood count and motility defect in C. elegans generation
- Contributed to the development of innovative research on the unknown effect of genetic collaboration of these specific gene mutations in C. elegans
Biochemistry Lab Experience
Oglethorpe University
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Investigate the behavior of the enzyme H. pylori urease through multiple biochemical tests to understand its function in the stomach biome
Anatomy and Physiology Lab Experience
Oglethorpe University
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Learned bone structure, muscle anatomy, and the nervous system through cat dissection as a model for the human body
Biology Lab Experience
Oglethorpe University
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with other students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Experienced keeping appropriate and thorough records of semester long lab projects
Chemistry Lab Experience
Oglethorpe University
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Created and maintained updated record of all experiments performed.
- Efficiently organized and maintained equipment to keep laboratory productive and safe.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oglethorpe University
Atlanta, GA05.2025
High School Diploma -
Discovery High School
Lawrenceville, GA05.2021
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Interpersonal skills
- Organization
- verbal and written communication skills
- professionalism
- strong attention to detail
- Adaptability
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Biochemistry Lab Experience
Oglethorpe University
08.2024 - 12.2024
Anatomy and Physiology Lab Experience
Oglethorpe University
08.2024 - 05.2025
CURE Research Experience
Oglethorpe University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Biology Lab Experience
Oglethorpe University
01.2022 - 05.2024
Chemistry Lab Experience
Oglethorpe University
08.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oglethorpe University
High School Diploma -
Discovery High School
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