Melanie Kuwahara
Dallas
Summary
Focused Laboratory professional bringing years of research, reporting, and experiment development. Well-versed in enforcing laboratory safety to cultivate safe and productive work environments. Demonstrated success in monitoring and observing experiments to analyze and report findings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
MICROBIOLOGY TECHNICIAN
EUROFINS SCIENTIFIC
Desoto
10.2023 - Current
- Proficient at utilizing the software eLIMS for efficient data entry, analysis, and reporting, ensuring accurate records.
- Collaborate with team members to analyze data and provide precise interpretations, applying these communication skills to support office coordination and client interactions.
- Maintain meticulous adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and biotechnology test methodologies, translating these skills into ensuring compliance with office protocols and accurate documentation.
- Trained new technicians on laboratory procedures and best practices consistently.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
College Station
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Strong research skill and worked on transforming data into visual representation that were used in scientific articles.
- Managed multiple projects at once while coordinating priorities and deadlines with the lab principal investigator.
- Trained new laboratory assistants and ensured Quality Management System are followed.
- Managed inventory, cataloged, and restocked supplies to ensure seamless laboratory operations.
- Worked closely with graduate students and helped conduct experiments to understand the key findings.
CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE AND PHARMACY ASSISTANT
WALGREENS INC
College Station
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns efficiently and offering product recommendations.
- Coordinated with the manager in overseeing daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Trained new employees on handling financial transactions, customer data entry, and inventory maintenance.
- Handled and organized customers' medication orders with the highest level of confidentiality.
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE ASSISTANT
LONE STAR COLLEGE
Montgomery
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Organized and managed student files, including documentation related to FAFSA submissions, award letters, verification forms, loan information, and scholarship applications.
- Served as a liaison between students and the Financial Aid Office, assisting with inquiries, explaining procedures, and resolving issues to enhance the student experience.
- Generated, compiled, and analyzed financial aid data to produce regular and ad-hoc reports used for compliance tracking, audit preparation, and strategic departmental decision-making.
- Assisted with document retention and archiving in accordance with state and federal guidelines, improving retrieval efficiency and audit readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry, Minor in Genetics
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
College Station, TX08.2023
Associate of Science -
LONE STAR COLLEGE
MONTGOMERY, TX10.2019
Skills
- Data entry and database management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Office administration
- Research and data analysis
- Team collaboration and communication
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Project coordination
- Process improvement initiatives
Timeline
MICROBIOLOGY TECHNICIAN
EUROFINS SCIENTIFIC
10.2023 - Current
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
01.2023 - 08.2023
CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE AND PHARMACY ASSISTANT
WALGREENS INC
07.2022 - 07.2023
FINANCIAL AID OFFICE ASSISTANT
LONE STAR COLLEGE
02.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry, Minor in Genetics
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
Associate of Science -
LONE STAR COLLEGE