Madeline McLeay
Summary
Dedicated pre-health student and Division I athlete with experience in molecular diagnostics, infection control, and precise laboratory workflows. Skilled in specimen handling, PCR/RT-PCR, and accurate documentation. Brings exceptional discipline, time-management, and teamwork developed through collegiate swimming to support efficient, high-quality clinical operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant, Emerging Pathogens Lab
University of Nebraska Medical Center
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Designed and assembled Ebola VP35 plasmids for diagnostic assay validation.
- Performed Gibson Assembly, DH5α transformation, PCR screening, midpreps, and Qubit quantification.
- Conducted RT-PCR and validated constructs using the BioFire Global Fever Panel.
- Assisted BSL-2 research involving mpox, avian influenza, SARS-CoV-2, and environmental samples.
- Assembled COVID-19 test kits for low-income families in Western Nebraska.
Swim Instructor
Swimtastic Swim School
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Taught swimming skills to youth and adults while maintaining safety and communication.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual learner needs and supervised student groups.
Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
Champions Run Country Club
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Ensured pool safety and responded to hazards quickly and effectively.
- Provided group and individual swim lessons across varying skill levels.
Education
B.S. - Sports Medicine
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA04.2026
High School Diploma -
Millard North High School
Omaha, NE05.2022
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Infection control
- PPE compliance
- Specimen handling
- PCR/RT-PCR familiarity
- Documentation accuracy
- Supply preparation
- Multitasking
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time management
Certification
First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant, Emerging Pathogens Lab
University of Nebraska Medical Center
04.2023 - 08.2024
Swim Instructor
Swimtastic Swim School
04.2022 - 08.2022
Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
Champions Run Country Club
05.2020 - 10.2021
B.S. - Sports Medicine
Pepperdine University
High School Diploma -
Millard North High School