Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University Of South Florida
08.2019 - 05.2024
Executed a diverse array of approaches including molecular assays, biochemistry, genetics, and proteomics in human cells for characterization of new proteins in replication stress response pathways.
Utilized statistical software for data analysis, generating accurate insights into complex datasets.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies.
Mentored junior researchers, promoting professional growth and skill development within the team.
Teaching Assistant
University Of South Florida
08.2019 - 05.2024
Taught Biology and Genetics undergraduate-level laboratory courses for over 400 students.
Mentored new graduate teaching assistants, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management strategies.
Research Laboratory Technician
Byrd Alzheimer's Center And Research Institute
06.2018 - 07.2019
Managed multiple concurrent projects efficiently while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
Optimized in vivo workflow of mammalian organisms including mice and human cell culture colonies for enhanced design and execution of experiments
Collaborated in AAV survival surgical procedures for experimental validation of proteins and therapeutic drugs in disease related pathways.
Education
Ph.D. - Molecular Biosciences
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT
05.2018
Skills
Molecular Cloning
Microscopy Techniques
Single-Cell Assays
Proteomics
Gene Regulation
Mass Spectrometry
Flow Cytometry
Cell Culture Techniques
Scientific Writing
Publications
Tirado-Class, Neysha et al. “DCAF14 regulates CDT2 to promote SET8-dependent replication fork protection.” Life science alliance (2023)
Tirado-Class, Neysha et al. “PHIP variants associated with Chung-Jansen syndrome disrupt replication fork stability and genome integrity.” Cold Spring Harbor molecular case studies (2022)
de Vivo, Angelo et al. “OTUD5 limits replication fork instability by organizing chromatin remodelers.” Nucleic acids research (2023)
Townsend, Arik et al. “DCAF14 promotes stalled fork stability to maintain genome integrity.” Cell reports (2021)
Graduate Research Assistant (Water Treatment Focus) at University of South FloridaGraduate Research Assistant (Water Treatment Focus) at University of South Florida