Olivia Tabaka
Danvers,MA
Summary
Multifaceted professional recently graduated with a Master's in Biomedical Science concentrating in neuroscience. Four years of clinical laboratory experience and almost two years of academic research experience. Works effectively in teams and individually to problem-solve and achieve company goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Lecturer
Stony Brook University
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Demonstrated and guided 20+ students through laboratory techniques related to anatomy, research, and genetics(PCR).
- Implemented various pedagogies to engage students and foster experiential learning.
- Evaluated student performance with feedback based on departmental rubrics.
Cytogenetic Technologist I
AmeriPath
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Analyzed chromosome preparations, summarized results of analyses and submitted files for final reports.
- Trained multiple peers in laboratory techniques following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Developed and implemented new organizational strategies for improved laboratory maintenance and workflow.
Laboratory Technician
AmeriPath
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Registered and prepared samples for genetic analytical testing through data entry, cell culture, slide preparation and staining.
- Responsible for updating and maintaining steady work flow by operating automated slide scanning system (Metafer).
- Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system and manual maintenance of additional daily logs regarding testing.
Lab Aide
AmeriPath
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Maintained laboratory areas and equipment in safe, functional, and sanitary conditions to comply with standards of use in adherence to established schedule.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Prepared and maintained reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures, including pH monitoring.
- Disposed of hazardous specimens in proper containers.
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences - Neuroscience
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT12.2017
Skills
- Technical: Cell culture, Cell separation, G-banding, Chromosome Analysis, Slide preparation, Tissue sectioning (Cryostat/Vibratome), Immunohistochemistry, Confocal microscopy
- Rodent handling: Behavioral testing, Pavlovian conditioning, Injections (ip/sc), Stereotaxic surgery, Transcardial perfusion, Tissue harvest (fresh/fixed)
- Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Graphic State, FreezeFrame, FIJI (ImageJ), EthoVision, GraphPad Prism
- Bilingual in Polish/English
Poster Presentations
- Tabaka, O., et. al. Oxytocin Neuromodulation of Social Isolation-induce Anxiety in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex. Poster presented at 2023 Society of Neuroscience Conference; November 2023; Washington DC.
- Tabaka, O., Lawal, S., Lamia, T., Shrestha, P. Behavioral Phenotypes of Social Isolation Stress in Conditional Tsc2 Heterozygous Null Mice. Poster presented at the Neurobiology and Behavior Retreat; September 2023; Setauket, NY.
Timeline
Adjunct Lecturer
Stony Brook University
08.2022 - 12.2022
Cytogenetic Technologist I
AmeriPath
08.2020 - 06.2022
Laboratory Technician
AmeriPath
03.2019 - 08.2020
Lab Aide
AmeriPath
04.2018 - 03.2019
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences - Neuroscience
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
University of Connecticut
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