Kelly McNamara
Bellbrook,OH
Summary
Motivated Biology major with minors in French and Chemistry, graduating in May 2025. Passionate about the dynamic relationship between biology and chemistry, as well as exploring new lab techniques and data interpretation methods. Seeks a full-time position starting at the end of May 2025 to apply extensive knowledge of laboratory skills and critical thinking in a professional setting.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Research Assistant
University of Dayton
01.2024 - Current
- Performing a faculty-instructed Biofilm experiment in an anaerobic microbiology lab
- Practicing aseptic techniques
- Learning how to properly and safely use laboratory equipment
- Working with a team to analyze our collected data.
Student Tutor
University of Dayton
01.2023 - Current
- Working individually with students, participating in training to help a diverse group of students, maintaining knowledge of old courses
- Being evaluated to consistently improve tutoring sessions.
- As a mentor, I have also gained new leadership opportunities by managing a group of tutors and using organizational skills to ensure everything in my group runs smoothly.
Microbiology Intern
Kalix Labs
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducting research for a new company that is looking to provide PCR machines that are used for diagnosing farm animals with infectious diseases
- Learning how to use commercial PCR machines
- Analyzing data
- Presenting to peers and company heads
Camp Counselor
Centerville-Washington Park District
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Monitoring small groups of children
- Working alongside parents and other counselors
- Leading games and camp songs
- Conducting first-aid when necessary
- Providing a safe environment for campers
Team Member
Firehouse Subs
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Helped customers
- Maintained a clean work environment
- Prepared food
- Maintained a positive relationship with coworkers.
Lifeguard
Kettering Recreation Center
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Monitored the pool area
- Provided a safe environment for children and their parents
- Helped conduct first-aid when necessary
- Kept a sanitary work environment
- Regularly refreshed first-aid and other essential skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, French, Chemistry
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH05.2025
High School -
Bellbrook High School
Bellbrook, OH05.2021
Skills
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Service
- R Studio
- CRLA certified tutor
- Proficient in French
- Lab techniques
- Data collection
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Research paper writing
Languages
French
Limited Working
www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-mcnamara25
Timeline
Microbiology Intern
Kalix Labs
04.2024 - 08.2024
Student Research Assistant
University of Dayton
01.2024 - Current
Student Tutor
University of Dayton
01.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor
Centerville-Washington Park District
05.2021 - 08.2022
Team Member
Firehouse Subs
02.2019 - 04.2019
Lifeguard
Kettering Recreation Center
05.2018 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology, French, Chemistry
University of Dayton
High School -
Bellbrook High School
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