Karla Aracely Agredano
Marina
Summary
Dedicated marine biology student with expertise in various areas of biology. Proficient in research, data analysis, and fieldwork. Skilled in laboratory techniques and committed to advancing scientific knowledge. Equipped with strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Upwelling Impacts on Temperate Coastal
Nathaniel Spindel and Kayla Vidal, Moss Landing
Moss Landing
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Investigated impacts of temperature, acidification, and deoxygenation on sea urchin reproductive performance and gonad quality.
- Characterized optimal temperature conditions for enhancing gonad growth and nutritional composition for aquaculture.
- Maintained laboratory tasks such as urchin feeding and animal care.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and professional work ethic in lab settings.
Caloric Density of Central CA Jellyfish
Sarah Johnson, Moss Landing Marine Labs
Moss Landing
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Prepared samples through dehydration for future calorimetric assessments.
- Conducted calorimetry on dehydrated samples utilizing Parr 6100 Calorimeter.
- Separated specimens into specific anatomical regions for precise caloric measurement.
Operations Assistant
Marine Life Studies
01.2025 - Current
- Responsible for reporting to the Operations Manager and Executive Director to assist with day-to-day overall operations of research, education, and whale rescue programs.
- My work includes outreach via the Benefit Gift Shop, as well as data collection and entry of marine mammal behavior on and off the research vessel.
Clinical Research Assistant
National Institute of Clinical Research
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Maintained working knowledge of the research process in accordance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Guidelines.
- Assisted the Study Coordinator to perform vital signs, to obtain laboratory specimens per protocol and ensure that each specimen is correctly identified and is suitable for processing, analysis and shipping.
- Assisted coordinators to complete, update and fax, if necessary, enrollment logs, subject identification logs, drug inventory logs, and any other documents required by the sponsor and/or protocol.
Biology Tutor
Bakersfield College Tutoring Center
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted students with daily homework tasks by uncovering and removing obstacles.
- Worked with students in classrooms and/or small study areas to provide educational support.
- Created special handouts, study guides and assessments to evaluate and boost student knowledge.
- Updated required logs and student documentation to keep records accurate and current.
Enata
National Institute of Clinical Research
Bakersfield
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Phase 2b Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study Safety and Efficacy of EDP-305 in Subjects with Liver-Biopsy Proven Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Conducted participant screening and enrollment to ensure compliance with study criteria.
- Managed data collection and entry to maintain accurate trial records.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to coordinate study protocols and monitor participant progress.
- Assisted in adverse event reporting to uphold safety standards during the trial.
- Supported preparation of regulatory documents for submission to ethics committees.
- Participated in team meetings to review trial operations and address challenges.
- Maintained confidentiality of participant information throughout study duration.
Astrazeneca
National Institute of Clinical Research
Bakersfield
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Phase III randomized, double-blind study on AZD7442 for COVID-19 prophylaxis.
- Conducted participant screening and enrollment to ensure compliance with study criteria.
- Managed data collection and entry to maintain accurate trial records.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to coordinate study protocols and monitor participant progress.
- Assisted in adverse event reporting to uphold safety standards during the trial.
- Supported preparation of regulatory documents for submission to ethics committees.
- Participated in team meetings to review trial operations and address challenges.
- Maintained confidentiality of participant information throughout study duration.
Verona Pharma PLC
National Institute of Clinical Research
Bakersfield
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Phase III randomized, double-blind study assessing Ensifentrine's effects in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease over 24 weeks.
- Conducted participant screening and enrollment to ensure compliance with study criteria.
- Managed data collection and entry to maintain accurate trial records.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to coordinate study protocols and monitor participant progress.
- Assisted in adverse event reporting to uphold safety standards during the trial.
- Supported preparation of regulatory documents for submission to ethics committees.
- Participated in team meetings to review trial operations and address challenges.
- Maintained confidentiality of participant information throughout study duration.
Education
Bachelor of Marine Science -
California State University Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA12-2026
Associate of Science - Biology
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05.2024
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA05.2024
Skills
- Data entry and collection
- Laboratory procedures and techniques
- Research methodology
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Inventory management
- Safety protocols
- Patient confidentiality
- Judgment and decision making
- Leadership and collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Microsoft Office applications
- Spreadsheet proficiency
- Bomb calorimetry
- Telemetry
- Raven Pro
- R Studio introduction
- Workflow optimization
- Shipping and receiving processes
- Public outreach and education strategies
- Marine species identification
- Scientific writing
- Animal physiology
Programs And Awards
- 2025 UROC Research Program, $500 scholarship
- Mariposa Mentorship Program, Spring 2025, Center for Latiné Student Success
- CSU-LSAMP, 11/2024-Present, California State University Monterey Bay
- Science Student Success Program, 11/2024-Present, California State University Monterey Bay
Certification
- NIDA Clinical Trials Network-Good Clinical Practices (GCP) Certified
- International Air Transport Association (IATA) Certified - Mayo Clinic
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Certified
- ASCLS P.A.C.E. Certificate of Attendance-Transporting Dangerous Goods Training
- Oracle Health Sciences-InForm Training Certified
- U.S. Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration Training Certified
- FireCrest Solutions/ICON PLC Training Certified
- FireCrest Solutions/Enanta Pharmaceuticals Training Certified
- DrugDev Spark Training Certified
- ERT Training Certified
- Medidata Rave EDC Training Certified
Outreach And Extracurricular Activities
- Marine Biology Educator, 02/2025-05/2025, Hopkins Marine Station of Stanford
- Research Scientist Program, 08/2024-12/2024, Marine Life Studies
- Marine Science Club, Active member, 08/2024-Present, California State University Monterey Bay
Timeline
Upwelling Impacts on Temperate Coastal
Nathaniel Spindel and Kayla Vidal, Moss Landing
08.2025 - 12.2025
Caloric Density of Central CA Jellyfish
Sarah Johnson, Moss Landing Marine Labs
06.2025 - 08.2025
Operations Assistant
Marine Life Studies
01.2025 - Current
Clinical Research Assistant
National Institute of Clinical Research
08.2021 - 11.2021
Enata
National Institute of Clinical Research
08.2019 - 11.2019
Astrazeneca
National Institute of Clinical Research
08.2019 - 11.2019
Verona Pharma PLC
National Institute of Clinical Research
08.2019 - 11.2019
Biology Tutor
Bakersfield College Tutoring Center
08.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Marine Science -
California State University Monterey Bay
Associate of Science - Biology
Bakersfield College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Bakersfield College