Lauren Allen
Newport News,VA
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Cornell University - McFadden Lab
Dryden, NY
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Collected milk, blood, body weights, methane, fecal, and urine samples for multiple sets of cows for each study.
- Organized, labeled, and stored sample containers and blood collection tubes.
- Participated in farm animal training courses consisting of farm animal biosecurity, zoonotic diseases, and handling.
- Used lab equipment: pipettes for sulfuric acid urine tests, centrifuge for serum and plasma collection, milk valves, large animal scale, GreenFeed emission machine.
- Used handling and restraint techniques on large cows.
- Maintained a clean lab and work area during work.
- Sanitized milk bottles and milk valves after sample collections.
- Worked cooperatively with coworkers rapidly and efficiently to collect milk samples and record yields before group changes.
- Worked rapidly during spontaneous urination and defecation of stalled cows.
- Maintained sample collection integrity and repeated sample collections if contaminated or missing.
- Worked through inclement weather conditions.
- Recommended and implemented new techniques for faster and efficient milk sample collecting.
- Traveled to research center to collect and record data and samples for specific objectives of each study.
- Organized urine and fecal samples in freezers for preservation.
- Recorded cow feeding behaviors and concerns.
Veterinary Student Extern
Virginia Living Museum Clinic
Newport News, VA
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Provided support to the veterinary team by restocking supplies, cleaning exam rooms between appointments, and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Observed procedures on animals ranging from aquatic, herpetile, avian and mammalian species.
- Observed necropsies on animals.
- Had roles in clinic maintenance and running diagnostics such as gram stains and fecal floatations.
- Completed a final research project on Mustelid Anesthesia which was very through and well researched.
- Assisted Vet tech with entering animal medicine logs and keeper chart entries in computer system.
- Completed about 100 hours in the clinic during externship.
Veterinary Intern
Volunteers Around The World
Lima, Peru
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, education on treatment protocols and general procedures.
- Performed physical examinations on animals and monitored vital signs.
- Set up mobile veterinary clinics and receive training on basic handling techniques, equipment, clinic management, and biosafety guidelines.
- Provided basic care, deworming, and vaccines for small house and farm animals.
- Shadowed a spay and neuter procedure in the community.
- Learned about native animals, their habitats, proper alimentation and handling techniques at a local animal sanctuary.
- Received cultural sensitivity training, participate in an introductory language class, and understand how long term in country alliances work.
- Collaborated closely with communities to support local public health development.
- Observed and recorded behavior of animals during appointments.
Shadowing Student
Magruder Tabb Animal Clinic - Dr. Joe Wallace
Yorktown, VA
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Viewed neuters, spays, physical examinations, tumors, dental surgeries and cleanings, fecal procedures, foreign body removal surgeries, and fluorescein staining checks.
- Engaged with patients and owners during appointments.
- Learned about different diagnoses of cats and dogs.
- Helped label and fill prescriptions and vaccine shots.
- Assisted in animal restraint for procedures, grooming, and check-ups.
- 68.5 hours total in clinic
Volunteer
Peninsula SPCA
Newport News, VA
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Nurtured shelter kittens, cats, and other pocket pets.
- Tended to farm animals and their environment.
- Maintained a clean environment for sheltered animals through washing dishes, cleaning kennels, and cleaning rooms.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
Aquatics Specialist and Customer Service
Care-a-lot Pet Supply
Newport News, VA
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed the aquatics department; changing fresh and saltwater tanks, gathering fish for customers, testing water quality, stocking, and assisting customers with their tank set-up.
- Promoted high customer service by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling customer calls.
- Maintained water chemistry and water quality, ensuring safety standards were met.
- Assisted customers in pet feed recommendations.
- Maintained an organized and clean store.
- Assisted on the register when needed.
- Recommended and promoted items sold in store.
Volunteer
Virginia Living Museum
Newport News, VA
12.2018 - 06.2021
- Guided visitors through exhibits, ushered at the planetarium, helped at the trails, and presented live aquatic animals at the touch tank including: horseshoe crabs, hermit crabs, sea stars, sea urchin, and spider crabs.
- Helped at the annual plant sale; taking and managing orders.
- Volunteered approximately 275 hours at the VLM.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science - Preveterinary Concentration
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY05-2025
International Baccalaureate -
Hampton High School
Hampton, VA06-2021
Skills
- Data Collection and Entry
- Attention to Detail
- Good Clinical Practice
- Fieldwork Experience
- Lab Equipment and Safety
- Animal Handling and Restraint Skills
- Biosafety Knowledge
- Patient and Owner Communication
- Behavior Assessment
Timeline
Research Assistant
Cornell University - McFadden Lab
12.2023 - 01.2024
Veterinary Student Extern
Virginia Living Museum Clinic
06.2023 - 07.2023
Veterinary Intern
Volunteers Around The World
06.2022 - 07.2022
Shadowing Student
Magruder Tabb Animal Clinic - Dr. Joe Wallace
05.2022 - 06.2022
Aquatics Specialist and Customer Service
Care-a-lot Pet Supply
09.2020 - 06.2021
Volunteer
Peninsula SPCA
10.2019 - 07.2021
Volunteer
Virginia Living Museum
12.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science - Preveterinary Concentration
Cornell University
International Baccalaureate -
Hampton High School
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