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
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
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
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
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