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Kenneth Loew

Outdoor Specimen collector/Photographer
Novato,CA

Summary

Dedicated, dependable, hard working and systematic in following up on all details. Offering college laboratory experience with working knowledge and experience with standard laboratory practices, including microscopes, autoclaves , sterilizing supplies, electronic balances, pipettes, specimen collection and incubation. Some software skills and willing to learn new techniques, policies and procedures. Proficient in aseptic technique, serial dilutions, quantitative enumeration of microorganisms, and Preparation of test media and microorganism culturing techniques. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Flexible in working with various personality types to complete projects smoothly and on time. Clear understanding of laboratory policies and procedures and training in safety protocols . Motivated to learn, grow and excel in microbiology research. Seeking a position where there is the options of increased experience and knowledge as well as promotion.

Overview

3
3

Years of professional experience(school)

Work History

Specimen Collector (in the Field)

National Ornamentals Research Site Dominican UC
01.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with laboratory personnel to expedite specimen analysis and reporting of critical findings.
  • Increased accuracy in specimen labeling and tracking through meticulous attention to detail and thorough documentation practices.
  • Ensured proper storage conditions for specimens, resulting in preserved integrity for accurate testing results.
  • Increase Accuracy of Mapping of effected area through GPS and photographing of collection area.

Student of Biology

Sonoma State University
01.2018 - 12.2022
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents, presentation and other communications.
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Respectful, friendly and willing to help wherever needed.
  • Adhered to all schedules, regulations, policies and dress codes to promote standards of quality for learning and safety
  • Procedures learned and practiced are making agar gel, electrophoresis gel, gas chromatography and simple and fractal distillation
  • Techniques are aseptic, streak plating, serial dilution, cell staining, western blot
  • Aseptic technique, serial dilutions, quantitative enumeration of microorganisms, and Preparation of test media.
  • Proficient in aseptic technique, serial dilutions, quantitative enumeration of microorganisms, and Preparation of test media and microorganism culturing techniques.
  • Finding colony forming units and counting cell sample and documentation for presentations
  • Machines used are centrifuge and usual college tools.
  • 3 years of hands on laboratory experience corresponding to class taken Graduation with Bachelors of Science in Biology from Sonoma State.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
12.2022

Associate of Science - Biology

Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2018

Skills

  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
  • Solution preparation
  • Specimen collection
  • Standard methods
  • Some Computer proficiency
  • Working collaboratively
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Photographer and GPS
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Responsible

Timeline

Specimen Collector (in the Field)

National Ornamentals Research Site Dominican UC
01.2024 - Current

Student of Biology

Sonoma State University
01.2018 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Sonoma State University

Associate of Science - Biology

Santa Rosa Junior College
Kenneth LoewOutdoor Specimen collector/Photographer