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Margaret Terwilliger

Eagan,MN

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Support Assistant

Neogen Corporation
06.2025 - 09.2025
  • Performed media preparation, including pouring agar plates and preparing liquid media.
  • Maintained general cleanliness and organizational standards in multiple laboratory spaces.
  • Performed environmental monitoring in multiple laboratory spaces.
  • Ensured compliance with GLP and 5S principles across the lab environment.
  • Processed biological safety waste and hazardous waste in line with safety protocols.
  • Tracked laboratory inventory and ordered materials as needed for lab personnel.
  • Organized and maintained the biological culture collection and related documentation.
  • Collaborated with various lab teams to ensure efficient task management and supply readiness.
  • Performed additional support tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Biological Sciences Student Worker

Metropolitan State University
12.2022 - 05.2025
  • Trained in a BSL-1 laboratory, following safety protocols and SDS.
  • Both supervised and independently, procured and set up materials for lab courses based on instructor-written lab procedures.
  • Trained with entry level micropipetting and culturing techniques.
  • Trained in entry level aseptic techniques, sterilization and disinfection methods for microbiological prep.
  • Provided support to faculty by managing schedules and organizing materials for classes.
  • Trained new student workers on operational procedures and university policies.
  • Took and followed detailed directions from others.
  • Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.

Food Coworker

IKEA
12.2013 - 06.2025
  • Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes and supervisor's instructions.
  • Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
  • Used food production system to drive quality and shelf life compliance.
  • Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
  • Checked inventory levels and recorded supply usage on log sheets or in company software.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN
05-2025

Associate of Arts - Biology

Saint Paul College
Saint Paul, MN
05-2021

Timeline

Laboratory Support Assistant

Neogen Corporation
06.2025 - 09.2025

Biological Sciences Student Worker

Metropolitan State University
12.2022 - 05.2025

Food Coworker

IKEA
12.2013 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Metropolitan State University

Associate of Arts - Biology

Saint Paul College

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