Kaylyn Westergard
Boise,ID
Summary
Insightful Laboratory Assistant that brings dedication to excellence and calm demeanor. Team player trained in laboratory procedures, equipment maintenance and inventory management. Supports lab operations with accurate documentation and organized spaces.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Manager - Life Sciences
Collabera
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Communicated with hospital executives about necessary services
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with healthcare professionals within assigned territory.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of the sales process
Microbiology Lab
University of Idaho
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Learned DNA extraction procedures
- Prepared buffers and solutions according to daily experiments
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Performed a series of identifying tests on unknown bacterial strains
Laboratory Technician
University of Idaho
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Prepared media, buffers, and grew algae samples for analysis
- Facilitated research into the presence of double and single stranded RNA viruses in algae
- Performed DNA extraction for PCR testing to determine the presence of successful viral transmission between two algae subspecies
Biochemistry Tutor
University of Idaho
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Communicated with professors to ensure accurate learning material
- Acted as a liaison between students and professors to increase student trust and confidence
Laboratory Technician of Salmon
University of Idaho
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Processed salmon specimens and blood plasma according to priority and documented results
- performed ELISA assays to determine levels of beta-ketotestosterone present for different experimental groups
- Interpreted and documented results of tests into active databases
Bioengineering Project
University of Idaho
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Designed and built prototype for stainless steel mesh bioreactor to remove heavy metals from contaminated water
- Identified specific moss types that absorbed harmful heavy metals
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlined objective, timelines, and deliverables to keep the team focused on goals
- Developed the design resulting in water that is up to drinking standard
- Monitored ongoing project performance closely, making adjustments as needed
Education
Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology -
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID05.2023
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology - undefined
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID05.2023
Skills
- Specimen Handling
- Quality Control
- Laboratory Instruments
- Sterilization Techniques
- Safety Protocols
- Aseptic Technique
- Lab result interpretation
- Communication
- Relationship Building
- Personability
Timeline
Account Manager - Life Sciences
Collabera
07.2023 - 05.2024
Laboratory Technician
University of Idaho
01.2023 - 05.2023
Biochemistry Tutor
University of Idaho
08.2022 - 05.2023
Laboratory Technician of Salmon
University of Idaho
05.2022 - 05.2023
Microbiology Lab
University of Idaho
08.2020 - 05.2023
Bioengineering Project
University of Idaho
08.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology - undefined
University of Idaho
Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology -
University of Idaho
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