Luis Magaña

Student Lab Assistant Duties:

• Maintained clean and safe facilities, including organizing materials and supplies.
• Performed clerical tasks to support departmental operations.
• Assisted students in laboratory and classroom settings.

Basic Laboratory Skills: Pipetting, sample preparation, sterile techniques, lab documentation, and maintaining clean, organized workspaces.

Laboratory Techniques: DNA extractions, PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA barcoding.

Instrumentation Experience: Nanodrop spectrophotometer and x-ray imaging for electrophoresis gels.

Contamination Control: Adhered to strict protocols to ensure experimental integrity and prevent contamination.

Data Analysis & Record Keeping: Accurately analyzed experimental data and maintained detailed documentation.

• Problem-Solving: Efficiently resolved operational challenges to maintain smooth business operations.
• Attention to Detail: Managed inventory, ensured accurate labeling, and maintained organized displays—a transferable skill.
• Team Collaboration: Worked collaboratively with team members to achieve operational goals and uphold high standards.
• Organization: Designed and implemented efficient product display systems, a skill directly applicable to maintaining orderly lab workflows and storage.