Riley Malecki
Summary
A High School Senior seeking to further develop research and laboratory work experience with an emphasize on a future academic career in the field of Biochemistry and Biotechnology. Versatile student who has shown proficient growth in lab objectives and techniques with experience in attending to lab-based scientific investigation through the CALS UW-Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology skills. Proficient in safety-focused laboratory practices with expertise spanning from pipetting and SDS-PAGE. Recognized for strong documentation and communication skills underpinned by sourcing of accurate scientific information. Agile student willing to adapt to any and all work environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Apprentice Student
Brian G. Fox Lab-UW Department Of Biochemistry
Madison, WI
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed organization, including PhD students, Graduate Students, Undergraduate Students, Research Specialists, and two other Youth Apprentice Students to complete assigned projects on schedule
- Develop high proficiency in technical skills using laboratory instruments such as Nanodrop, PCR Thermocycler, Eppendorf Thermomixer and Bio-Rad GelDoc Imager
- Complete vital laboratory maintenance duties such as disposing of biohazardous waste, chemical disposal, Dishwashing and autoclaving tubes and glassware
- Maintain a highly organized laboratory notebook with objective statements, and noting all processes and procedures in detail for others to accurately decipher for future research usage
Crew Member
Dunkin' Brands
Monona, WI
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Memorize food and drink recipes to prepare orders with speed and accuracy
- Follow all safety protocols to reduce risks
- Complete all store opening procedures necessary to be organized and prepared for the business day
- Provide customer feedback to management on ways we can improve upon
- Handle customer complaints in a professional and courteous manner
- Organize and store ingredients according to schematics for efficiency
Lifeguard
Angie O'Donnell Aquatic Center
McFarland, WI
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Conducted pool opening and closing duties to prepare for the business day
- Assisted with swim lessons and unique activities to increase patron engagement
- Enforced rules and safety protocols to prevent accidents
- Developed strong relationships with employees and the general public
Education
High School Diploma -
Mcfarland High School
Mcfarland, WI06.2024
Skills
- Gel Electrophoresis
- SDS-PAGE
- Micropipetting
- DNA Isolation
- RT-PCR
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
- Bacterial Genetic Transformations
- Protein Purification
- Transcription Translation
- Bioinformatics Analysis
Timeline
Youth Apprentice Student
Brian G. Fox Lab-UW Department Of Biochemistry
07.2023 - Current
Crew Member
Dunkin' Brands
03.2022 - 12.2023
Lifeguard
Angie O'Donnell Aquatic Center
06.2021 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Mcfarland High School