Mya Wynn
Rochester,NY
Summary
Research professional with strong analytical skills and proven track record in collaborative scientific projects. Adept at data collection, analysis, and interpretation, demonstrating flexibility in adapting to changing research environments. Known for reliability and results-driven approach, contributing effectively to team goals and academic advancements. Equipped with critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and passion for contributing to impactful research initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Scholar
Rochester Institute of Technology
11.2022 - Current
- Designed and executed experiments involving recombinant protein expression in E. coli and protein purification via size exclusion chromatography and ion exchange chromatography (FPLC)
- Led a group of five people through research by training, planning, and clear instruction
- Conducted cloud point and light scattering experiments on recombinant wild-type and mutant Gamma B Crystallins (bovine eye lens proteins, homolog to human eye lens Gamma D crystallin)
- Performed experiments that corroborate the hypothesis that two clinically relevant mutants of Gamma B crystallin (P23T and S130W) promote cataract formation at near-physiological temperatures by evaluating their cloud points
- Will disseminate research findings at the 2025 American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) conference in Chicago (April 2025)
Student Manager
DSP Post Office
10.2022 - Current
- Facilitated open discussions among team members to address concerns and improve transparency.
- Led a team of employees in processing and distributing hundreds of packages daily
- Increased productivity by 50% over previous semesters, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and team collaboration
- Trained staff in department procedures and requirements to build cohesive and successful team.
- Handled routine issues independently and coordinated solutions to complex operational and student problems.
Sales Associate
CVS Pharmacy
11.2020 - 01.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY12-2025
Skills
- Laboratory techniques (Gel Electrophoresis, Polymerase Chain Reactions, Western Blotting, Column Chromatography (FPLC), SDS-PAGE, Sterile Technique, Recombinant Protein Expression in Escherichia coli, Protein Purification, Protein Quantification)
- Data Collection (UV-Vis Spectroscopy, Size Exclusion Chromatography, Ion Exchange Chromatography, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy, Fluorescence Spectroscopy)
- Technology adaptation (Excel, JMP, PyMOL)
- Scientific and academic writing
- Project coordination
- Hypothesis testing
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Scholar
Rochester Institute of Technology
11.2022 - Current
Student Manager
DSP Post Office
10.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
CVS Pharmacy
11.2020 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Rochester Institute of Technology
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