Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Office)
Years of research experience
Michaela Duffy
Junior Scientist
Boston,MA
Summary
Meticulous and analytical researcher with 4+ years of combined academic and industry experience. Adaptive team player with in-depth knowledge of experimental design, data collection and analysis, confidential document control, and problem-solving. Strong ability to face challenges with an investigative approach and conduct independent research to help achieve common lab goals.
Overview
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Years of post-secondary education
Work History
Research Associate II
Proof Diagnostics
Cambridge, MA
08.2020 - Current
- Aided in the innovation of novel chemistries for diagnostic application from ideation to development
- Developed new assays using different clinical matrixes and agents
- Conducted proof of concept and feasibility of different workflows to develop and improve current CRISPR assays
- Designed and ran experiments for sample processing, nucleic acid amplification, and CRISPR detection
- Conducted experimental design and data analysis using Excel, PRISM, JMP and similar programs
- Kept accurate, high quality records and reports of research to ensure integrity in all areas of work
- Maintained excellent levels of housekeeping, safety, and environmental standards in a BSL2 setting
Intern / Clinician's Assistant
Step By Step Supportive Services
Boston, MA
04.2019 - 09.2021
- Shadowed clinical psychologists and social workers on a day-to-day basis
- Interacted with clients during various recreational activities to build rapport
- Reported and analyzed client's behavior after every meeting using Therap software
- Kept track of any significant behavioral changes and reported them to supervisors
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Stonehill College
Easton, MA
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Worked with fellow students in an on-campus research lab under the direction of various professors from Neuroscience and Biology departments
- Learned and performed many wet lab techniques such as PCR/qPCR, chromatography, electrophoresis, ELISA, Western Blot, cell culture/splitting
- Wrote numerous lab reports and presented research during weekly poster presentations
- Reviewed relevant literature and composed lay summaries to develop scientific writing skills
Student Ambassador Volunteer
Brockton VA Hospital
Brockton, MA
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Shadowed a recreational therapist while working with patients diagnosed with various mental health challenges and neurodegenerative diseases
- Volunteered with hospital leaders to help make measurable differences for both short term and long term patients
- Greeted patients at the door and ensured that they were in a comfortable environment
- Encouraged veterans to engage in recreational activities to aid in their recovery
- Assisted and directed patients to various parts of the hospital
- Supported program leaders with administrative support duties
Education
Master of Science - Forensic Investigations
University of New Haven
West Haven, CT 08.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychobiology
Stonehill College
North Easton, MA 08.2016 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Arlington Catholic High School
Arlington, MA 09.2012 - 05.2016
Skills
Lab safety and compliance
Experimental design
Deep-dive data analysis
Documentation skills
Quality assurance controls
Clinical assay development
Method validation
Teamwork
Project Management
Organization
Software
Prism GraphPad
JMP
SPSS
JASP
MATLAB
Hobbies
writing, competitive dancing, photography, graphic design
Timeline
Research Associate II
Proof Diagnostics
08.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Forensic Investigations
University of New Haven
08.2020 - 12.2021
Intern / Clinician's Assistant
Step By Step Supportive Services
04.2019 - 09.2021
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Stonehill College
01.2018 - 03.2020
Student Ambassador Volunteer
Brockton VA Hospital
01.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychobiology
Stonehill College
08.2016 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Arlington Catholic High School
09.2012 - 05.2016