Linda Quinones
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly experienced molecular biologist with a decade of expertise in organic synthesis and drug development projects. Proven track record in conducting innovative research and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in a wide range of techniques crucial for drug discovery, including protein expression, purification, and computational modeling.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Tutor
Tennessee State University
8 2019 - 5 2024
- Tutoring small and session groups leading improvement in areas of General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry.
Doctoral Researcher
Meharry Medical College
08.2016 - 02.2024
- Conducted advanced research in molecular biology, focusing on mitochondrial protein complexes in Trypanosoma brucei
- Utilized techniques such as genome editing, protein purification, and computational modeling
- Published findings in peer-reviewed journals and presented research at national and international conferences.
Doctoral Teaching Assistance
Meharry Medical College
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Trained 10 PhD students in co-immunoprecipitation technical optimization, leading to in-depth knowledge in proteins involved in assay development optimization.
President
CGSA
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Presided over all CGSA meetings, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among members
- Oversaw the organization's budget in collaboration with the treasurer, ensuring financial stability and transparency
- Guided decision-making processes and organizational initiatives
- Previous Roles: Vice President and Secretary
Graduate Teaching Assistance
Tennessee State University
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Trained 240 students in general and organic chemistry techniques and concepts as a laboratory teaching assistant
Graduate Research Assistance
Tennessee State University
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Synthesized novel anandamide derivatives utilizing boron catalyst under microwave heating, employing mass spectrometry, NMR, and UV-VIS spectroscopy for characterization.
Undergraduate Research Assistance
Tennessee State University
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Conducted cross-coupling chemistry to facilitate carbon-oxygen bond formation, resulting in a publication and admissions to Master's program.
Summer Research Assistance
Vanderbilt University
05.2013 - 08.2013
- Executed drug screening assays to assess the impact of laminin rDIII fragment on cell metastasis and proliferation.
Summer Research Intern
Vanderbilt University
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Explored the inhibition of integrillin αvβ3 by IDT derivatives through cell culture and Western blot analysis, deepening expertise in pharmacological assays methodologies essential for drug development.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Biomedical Science
Meharry Medical College
08.2016 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Chemistry
Tennessee State University
08.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Tennessee State University
08.2009 - 05.2014
Skills
Group tutoring
Awards
- Workshop attended at HFIR/SNS Advanced Neutron Diffraction and Scattering Workshop (HANDS), 05/01/19, Oak Ridge Laboratories
- Pamela and Frank S. Royal Sr., M.D. Endowed Scholarship, 11/01/17, Meharry Medical College
- Graduate Teaching Assistantship, 08/01/14, Tennessee State University
- Dean's List, 05/01/10, Tennessee State University
- Maximizing Access to Research Careers (MARC) Program, 08/01/12, Tennessee State University
- Tennessee Hope Scholarship, 08/01/09, Tennessee State University
- Tennessee Aspire Scholarship, 08/01/09, Tennessee State University
- Internship Meharry/Vanderbilt/TSU Partnership (U54CA163066), 05/01/12, Meharry/Vanderbilt/TSU Partnership
- 3rd place oral presentation award, 10/01/22, Meharry Medical College
- 2nd place oral presentation award, 04/01/14, Tennessee Academy of Science
Publications
- Unique interactions of the small Tims of the Mitochondria Inner Membrane (Tims) in Trypanosoma brucei, 02/01/24, Int. J. Mol. Sci.
- Tim17 Updates: A Comprehensive Review of an Ancient Mitochondrial Protein Translocator, 12/01/20, Biomolecules
- Novel IM - associated protein Tim54 plays a role in the mitochondrial import of internal signal - containing proteins in Trypanosoma brucei, 10/01/20, Biology of the Cell
- Microwave Application and Anhydrous Cu(OAc) 2 Mediated O - Arylation of Aliphatic Amino Alcohols, 10/01/17, Int J Org Chem
Volunteer Experience
- Doctoral Teaching Assistance, 05/01/18, 08/01/18, Meharry Medical College
- President, 01/01/16, 05/01/16, CGSA
Timeline
Doctoral Teaching Assistance
Meharry Medical College
05.2018 - 08.2018
Doctoral Researcher
Meharry Medical College
08.2016 - 02.2024
Doctor of Philosophy - Biomedical Science
Meharry Medical College
08.2016 - 05.2024
President
CGSA
01.2016 - 05.2016
Graduate Teaching Assistance
Tennessee State University
08.2014 - 05.2016
Graduate Research Assistance
Tennessee State University
08.2014 - 05.2016
Master of Science - Chemistry
Tennessee State University
08.2014 - 05.2016
Summer Research Assistance
Vanderbilt University
05.2013 - 08.2013
Undergraduate Research Assistance
Tennessee State University
08.2012 - 05.2014
Summer Research Intern
Vanderbilt University
05.2012 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Tennessee State University
08.2009 - 05.2014
Tutor
Tennessee State University
8 2019 - 5 2024