- Volunteer Work: Tag Monarch Butterflies
- Collected Lymph knob samples with DNR
- Deer spot lighting to monitor deer population
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
Marlee Smith
Pelican Rapids,MN
Summary
Dynamic Laboratory Technician with a proven track record at Bemidji State University Biology Department, excelling in immunological testing and advanced chromatography techniques. Adept at ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining a safe lab environment. Recognized for effective communication and delivering reliable data through meticulous analysis and quality control practices.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
Bemidji State University Biology Department
06.2023 - Current
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Prepared detailed documentation for each experiment, facilitating effective communication of results to colleagues and stakeholders.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Supported regulatory compliance efforts through adherence to guidelines and thorough record-keeping practices.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Performed complex analyses using various instrumentation, delivering reliable data for informed decisionmaking.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN05-2025
Skills
- Immunological Testing
- Advanced Chromatography Techniques
- Safety Protocol Compliance
- Specialized Microscopy Methods
- Regulatory Safety Adherence
- Biological Specimen Gathering
- Safe Chemical Handling
- Preparation of Analytical Samples
- Effective Verbal and Written Communication
- Hazardous Waste Mitigation
- Quantitative Spectrophotometry
- Laboratory Assay Techniques
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved TCL not working, which led to adding CHAPS, which allowed it to work correctly.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with a team of 4 in the development of petrifications.
Affiliations
- ASBMB Member
Interests
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Bemidji State University Biology Department
06.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Bemidji State University
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