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Years of industry experience
Hi, I’m
Rachel Burstein
Genetics
Bothell,WA
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt
Summary
Looking to obtain a lab position to grow a career in genetics with a great company. Experience ranges from production to independent research. Proficient in molecular techniques, research design, and lab maintenance. Focused on being productive and challenging myself and colleagues.
Overview
2
2
Years of academia experience
Work History
Blue Heron Biotech Bothell, WA
Production Associate
2021.05 - 2023.05 (2 years)
Job overview
- Commercial gene synthesis & design for research
- Daily cell culture, DNA preparation, PCR, digest analysis, and sequencing
- Maintained glassware, equipment, autoclave, media preparation
- Organize database and notebook for hundreds of samples
- Implemented RNA removal protocol to be used for every order
WSU Robert's LabPullman, WA
Undergraduate Researcher
08.2019 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Independent research on mutagenesis of APOBECA3A in breast cancer
- Designed, executed, and troubleshot experiments independently
- Performed primer design, PCR, transformation, DNA isolation to measure mutation frequency
- Analyzed data and adjusted experiments accordingly
- Attended team meetings to present findings
COVID-19 Test Kit ProductionPullman, WA
Test Kit Production
05.2020 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Manufactured COVID-19 test kits in response to outbreak
- Prepared, filled, packaged kits for consumer use
- Lead team in running liquid automated handling
- Full gowning for 12+ hours
Education
Washington State University, Pullman, WA
Bachelor of Science from Genetics And Cell Biology
08.2018 - 05.2021
University Overview
- Minor in Microbiology
- GPA 3.72
- President's Honor Roll 2018-2020
Skills
Cell culture, PCR, DNA isolation, digestion analysis, gel electrophoresis, transformation, sequencing
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Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementSoftware
Geneious
Microsoft
Interests
Genetics
Research & Development
Cancer Research
Timeline
Production Associate
Blue Heron Biotech
2021.05 - 2023.05 (2 years)
Test Kit Production
COVID-19 Test Kit Production
05.2020 - 09.2020
Undergraduate Researcher
WSU Robert's Lab
08.2019 - 05.2021
Washington State University
Bachelor of Science from Genetics And Cell Biology
08.2018 - 05.2021
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