Lynnette Heinz
Chicago,IL
Summary
Research Technician with expertise performing experimental and medical testing. Proficient in imaging, gathering, and analysis of data. Offering more than 5 years applying standard protocols to testing and research. Composed, talented and considered an effective team player
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Technician II
Northwestern University
05.2024 - Current
- Performed assays including: IF, western blot, tissue culture, microbiological culture, maxi-prep, transfection and transduction
- Performed confocal microscopy and data analysis of biological specimens
- Assisted with training students in laboratory techniques and operation of equipment
- Presented data and abstracts at conferences and events
- Upkept high cleanliness standards and proper maintenance of lab and equipment
Molecular technologist III
Tempus Labs
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Performed complex molecular-based procedures with a high degree of quality
- Performed molecular techniques included but not limited to: quantitative PCR, NGS, nucleic acid extraction, DNA/RNA quantification and qualification, NGS library preparation, probe hybridization, probe/library capture, library cleanup and quantification, loading sequencing libraries onto Nextseq, HiSeq4000, and Novaseq
- Performed quality control, calibration, maintenance, and proficiency testing
- Sterilized laboratory equipment and workspaces
- Maintained competency and perform all molecular biology protocols in accordance with CAP, CLIA, and NYSDOH regulations
Laboratory technician supervisor
PPG Labs
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted interviews, evaluated, and trained new hires
- Communicated with all departments to ensure smooth production
- Performed all duties of a lab technician as well as supervisor duties- lab conducted molecular testing (high complexity) as well as chemistry and toxicology
- Accepted, tested, and resulted all patient samples
- Planned or directed research, development, or production activities.
Lead lab technician
Covid Solutions LLC
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Performed high complexity tests on clinical specimens for diagnostic purposes
- Performed molecular based technical, procedures, and scientific processes in a high complexity CLIA certified molecular diagnostic lab
- Ensured test validity through pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages
- Refined and created laboratory SOPs, policies, and procedures
- Provided complete and legible documentation associated with test results, maintenance, and quality control
- Upkeep of equipment maintenance, QC/QA, and proficiency testing
- Evaluated and interpreted test results ensuring quality and accuracy whilst completing other laboratory tasks
- Conducted accessioning and sample preparation
Lead lab technician
Lab Elite
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Performed PCR testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Conveyed test results and informed of rejected specimens
- Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
- Maintained lab equipment through upkeep and repairs
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis
Medical assistant/scribe/lab technician
Innovative Express Care
01.2020 - 2021
- Collected and prepared laboratory specimens, performed testing of a high volume of COVID-19 specimens, administered vaccinations, and collected blood specimens
- Used medical applications to note patient care at each visit as well as input patient tests
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
UIC
Chicago, Illinois06-2021
Skills
- Next Generation Sequencing
- PCR
- CLIA/CAP high-complexity lab
- NovaSeq
- DNA and RNA handling
- Western blotting
- Aseptic technique
- Tissue Culture
- Microscopy
- Data Analysis
- Immunoflourescence
- Research design
Presentations
"Identification of a novel and conserved patch in mu1B with importance to AP-1B function in epithelial cells," The American Society for Cell Biology, San Diego, United States, December 2024
Timeline
Research Technician II
Northwestern University
05.2024 - Current
Molecular technologist III
Tempus Labs
05.2023 - 05.2024
Laboratory technician supervisor
PPG Labs
07.2022 - 03.2023
Lead lab technician
Covid Solutions LLC
04.2022 - 07.2022
Lead lab technician
Lab Elite
10.2021 - 03.2022
Medical assistant/scribe/lab technician
Innovative Express Care
01.2020 - 2021
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
UIC