Mario H. Perez Ph. D.
Tampa,Fl.
Summary
To apply scientific knowledge and pedagogical expertise gained as an academic at the university and high school levels to the private sector. The pursuit of a doctoral degree in molecular biology coupled with nine years of academic experience have thoroughly prepared me for a position requiring effective written and verbal communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher (Forensic Science and Chemistry)
Pasco County School District
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Communicated with students ( over 150 per semester) and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and support learning outcomes.
- Created interactive activities to engage student interest and curiosity in scientific concepts.
- Coordinated and collaborated with other faculty members during lesson plan development.
Lecturer of Biology
Florida International University, FIU
08.2013 - 05.2019
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students (over 300 per semester) and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
Biology Research Fellow
Florida International University, FIU
03.2005 - 08.2013
- Performed scientific research on multiple projects.
- Collaborated with other researchers to write and distribute impactful results of biomedical research.
- Developed unique research into animal physiology.
- Edited papers for submission to prestigious academic and industry journals.
Education
Ph.D. - Biological Sciences
Florida International University
Miami, FL08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Staten Island, NY05.2005
Skills
- Critical and analytical thinking
- Scientific and technical writing
- Chemistry and Biology
- Data Organization
Accomplishments
- Achieved a prolific scientific research and pedagogical career with strong research and teaching accomplishments, i.e., dissertation, publication record, and demonstrated successful teaching
Affiliations
Florida Mosquito Control Assoc. (FMCA)
Entomological Society of America (ESA)
Society of Vector Ecology (SOVE)
American Mosquito Control Assoc. (AMCA)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Science Teacher (Forensic Science and Chemistry)
Pasco County School District
08.2021 - 08.2023
Lecturer of Biology
Florida International University, FIU
08.2013 - 05.2019
Biology Research Fellow
Florida International University, FIU
03.2005 - 08.2013
Ph.D. - Biological Sciences
Florida International University
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
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