Priscilla Lagunas
Orem
Summary
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
Associate Biologist
Eli Lilly and Company Antibody Discovery Group - Automation
09.2022 - Current
- Created official SOP to improve the single cell NGS workflow
- Prepare and load samples into Illumina NGS MiSeq and NovaSeq X Plus instruments
- Assist in troubleshooting NGS sequencing and development projects
- Coordinate with other sites and teams to develop solutions to various project types
- Maintained high-quality records of experiments, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference and analysis.
- Research articles to help troubleshoot projects
- Handle samples and conduct tests according to established protocols, keeping efficient records on all experiments.
- Implement quality control measures in laboratory settings resulting in increased reliability of experimental results.
- Set up and train on new sequencing instruments
- Design primers for sequencing analysis
- Keep detailed log of experiments, protocols, and data.
Laboratory Technician
University of Utah School of Medicine Biochemistry Department
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Performed experiments dependent on next-generation sequencing
- Analyzed data through sanger sequencing
- Carried out bacterial transformations and plasmid preparations
- Conducted PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) experiments
- Manipulated nucleic acids, including DNA extraction, DNA isolation and purification
- DNA cloning and plasmid development
- Designed and carried out Gibson assembly reactions
- Set up restriction and ligation reactions
- Assisted research associate and principal investigator in laboratory research and operations
- Researched methods and procedures to design protocols
- Designed primers for sequencing analysis and PCR
- Kept a detailed log of experiments, protocols, and data
- Submitted samples for sequencing.
Undergraduate Researcher
Utah Valley University Center for Imaging and Biophotonics Experiments Advancing Medicine (CIBEAM)
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Maintained mammalian cell cultures
- Applied physics techniques to biological systems
- Created tissue phantoms with embedded cell-sized microbeads as a substitute for human breast tissue containing small tumors
- Quantified light scattering coefficient for phantoms using measurements and data analysis
- Adjusted light scattering with different lipid additives
- Studied the effect of scattering coefficient on spatial resolution for Raman spectroscopy measurements
- Coordinated with clinicians in preparation of NIH grant application
- Application was for a pre-clinical trial of a margin assessment device
- Conducted independent research and analyzed data under the supervision of a faculty mentor
- Presented research findings to faculty and peers at academic conferences.
Medical Assistant
Revere Health
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Associate
In-N-Out Burger
11.2017 - 07.2018
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Education
Bachelors of Science in General Biology -
Utah Valley University
05.2021
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Problem-solving
- Data analysis and reporting
- Qualitative research and analysis
Accomplishments
- 01/01/21, $3,000 for tissue phantom study to differentiate cancer cells using Raman spectroscopy
- 03/01/21, P. Lagunas, H. Rivera, D. W. Shipp "Tissue phantom study to characterize detection of cancer cells with Raman spectroscopy." Utah Academy of Science, Arts and Letters (March 20, 2021)
- 04/01/21, Amber Coates, Priscilla Lagunas, Tyler Richards, Haidy Rivera, Chase Sorenson, (Olga R. Kopp) - Utah Valley University department of Ethnobotany: Preliminary Overview of Erythroxylum coca and its History, Cultural Significance, and Uses Poster presented at Utah Valley University in the course of Ethnobotany (BOT 3800) - April 2021
Volunteer Experience
- 02/01/21, 02/28/22, Maliheh Free Clinic, Spanish interpreter during appointments for the providers and patients that go into the clinic.
- 11/01/20, 03/31/22, Orem Family Support and Treatment Center, Every week for 3 hours I would go in to watch and help kids who get dropped off at the facility due to family problems. The kids that go in are between the ages of newborn 11 years old
Timeline
Associate Biologist
Eli Lilly and Company Antibody Discovery Group - Automation
09.2022 - Current
Laboratory Technician
University of Utah School of Medicine Biochemistry Department
09.2021 - 02.2022
Undergraduate Researcher
Utah Valley University Center for Imaging and Biophotonics Experiments Advancing Medicine (CIBEAM)
08.2019 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
Revere Health
07.2018 - 07.2019
Associate
In-N-Out Burger
11.2017 - 07.2018
Bachelors of Science in General Biology -
Utah Valley University
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