Diligent, detail-oriented and self-driven research Assistant with hands- on experience performing clerical, laboratory and animal handling work to advance research goals. Skilled in working within collaborative environments to collect research data for variety of projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Research Assistant II
Oregon Health & Sciences University
Portland, United States
2019.04 - Current
Administer intramuscular injections of sedative drugs on non-human primates (NHP) to preform phlebotomy, collect saliva, urine and fecal samples in support of various laboratories
Intubate NHP and preform scopeless bronchoalveolar lavage
Set intravenous catheter on NHP and assist with preparation for surgical procedures of NHP
Administer subcutaneous injections of antiretroviral therapy drugs and other medications to NHP as instructed by veterinarian
Necropsy Lead Technician - assist veterinarian pathologist with experimental euthanasia on NHP at approved endpoint of study to collect blood, tissue and other samples for various laboratories and histology
Perform various laboratory task such as using sterile techniques under biosafety hood, running CBCs, chemistry panels, drawing up various drugs and treatments for NHP
Coordinate and schedule procedures on NHP as requested by laboratories. Document procedures and results with high degree of accuracy and precision
Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environment.
Handled troubleshooting tasks on malfunctioning lab equipment working with manufacturers to resolve problems.
Aided research team newcomers by providing knowledgeable guidance and assistance.
North Pacific Groundfish Observer
Alaskan Observers, Inc
Seattle, WA
2017.06 - 2018.10
Gathered, organized and input information into digital database for use by The National Marine Fisheries
Collect samples of catch from U.S commercial fishing vessels operating in the Bering Sea, North Pacific, and Gulf of Alaska
Samples of catch data include species composition, incidences of prohibited species, estimations of total catch, and collecting otoliths for age structure and other biological data from target species
Remained composed and calm even when situations were stressful
Sea Urchin Hatchery Technician
Anuenue Fisheries Research Center
Honolulu, HI
2016.09 - 2017.05
Assist hatchery personnel with seaweed production, juvenile urchin care and tank maintenance