Lukas Mendel
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Well-qualified Biologist knowledgeable about ecology and plant science. Successful developing and conducting field and laboratory tests to investigate diverse topics. Over 6 years of field and classroom experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
PET Radiopharm Technician
Washington University School of Medicine
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Performed QC analyses for the administration of theranostic radiopharmaceuticals in patients participating in clinical research trials
- Performed the analysis and organization of data gathered for the release of radiopharmaceuticals
- Prepared reagents used for the QC testing of radiopharmaceuticals
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked independently to research and solve technical issues.
- Adhered to all appropriate SOPs for pharmaceutical preparations 100% of the time.
Process Development Technician
The Broad Institute
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Responsible for inactivating, homogenizing, and aliquoting patient test samples into well plates for further processing, extraction, and qPCR analysis
- Handled various chemical components to prepare Master Mix for qPCR processes in bulk
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Maintained a sterile work environment and documented manufacturing records
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision in a self-directed environment - responsible for high-cost reagent manufacturing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Grinnell College
Grinnell, IA05.2021
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Data Analysis
- Documentation And Reporting
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking and Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Solid research abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Works Well Under Pressure
Specialized Skills
Aseptic plating techniques, hand pipetting, BL2+ and clean room experience, light microscope experience, reagent preparation, DNA isolation by PCR, HPLC, Species identification (Plant and Fungi), dichotomous key experience, ecological sampling, Data Collection and Analysis, Excel, Minitab
Research
Independent Researcher, 05/2019, 08/2019, Grinnell College, Department of Biology, Grinnell, IA,
- The Response of Standing Litter Microbial Communities to Non-Rainfall Moisture.
- Measured the microbial carbon flux of standing litter to identify each litter set's thermal optima and multiple Q10 values.
- Individually worked with various data sets, to create organized and accessible data that was shared with the lab's mentor and partner lab.
Timeline
PET Radiopharm Technician
Washington University School of Medicine
11.2022 - 04.2024
Process Development Technician
The Broad Institute
10.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Grinnell College