Laurel Swisher
Benton,Pennsylvania
Summary
I am currently a Biology major at Commonwealth University—Bloomsburg. I have a variety of experience including laboratory work, several years as a kennel technician, and community volunteer work. In addition, I am involved in as many research opportunities as possible through internships and volunteer work. I am an active member of the Jones Honors College as well as many clubs and other organizations. After obtaining my Master of Science in Biology through the accelerated 3+2 M.S./B.S. program at Bloomsburg, I plan to attend a graduate program for Wildlife Biology.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biological Research Assistant
Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg
05.2025 - Current
- Collect pollinator specimens using netting and kill jar techniques
- Record location utilizing GPS technology
- Identify both insect and plant species
- Pin insects to preserve and confirm identification
- Enter data using spreadsheet software
- 4 months
Laboratory Assistant
HACCP Assurance Services
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintain a sanitary environment throughout the entire laboratory
- Sample edible products under sterile conditions
- Enrich samples for bacterial growth
- Aid in production of various growth media
- Count colonies by hand and through digital colony counter
- Enter data into LIMS software
- 8 months
Kennel Technician
Pine Creek Pet Resort
02.2022 - Current
- Care for family dogs
- Communicate with clients via phone, email, text, and in person
- Maintain organization
- File paperwork
- Clean the facility
- 3 years 7 months
Biological Data Annotation Specialist
DataAnnotation
01.2025 - Current
- Review datasets for accuracy
- Write high quality prompts
- Utilize background in biology to improve explanations
Restaurant Worker
Westovers Country Grill
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Prepare and plate high quality food at a fast pace
- Keep the kitchen clean
- Efficiently communicate with other kitchen staff and waitstaff
- 1 year 1 month
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology, General
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA05-2027
Master of Science - Biology
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA05-2029
Diploma -
Benton Area Middle-Senior High School
Benton, PA06.2024
Pennsylvania Skills Certificate - Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Lycoming CTC
05.2024
Skills
- Scientific writing
- Research and documentation
- Statistical data analysis
- Specimen collection and storage
- Global Positioning System (GPS)
- Field sampling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Laboratory safety protocols
Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour
- ServSafe Manager
Timeline
Biological Research Assistant
Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg
05.2025 - Current
Biological Data Annotation Specialist
DataAnnotation
01.2025 - Current
Laboratory Assistant
HACCP Assurance Services
01.2024 - 08.2024
Restaurant Worker
Westovers Country Grill
06.2023 - 06.2024
Kennel Technician
Pine Creek Pet Resort
02.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology, General
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Master of Science - Biology
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Diploma -
Benton Area Middle-Senior High School
Pennsylvania Skills Certificate - Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Lycoming CTC
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