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Samuel Dech

Bulverde,TX

Summary

Skills in numerous laboratory procedures and scientific writing as an Undergraduate Research Assistant under Dr. Steven Whitten at Texas State University. Working in the development of a novel protein-mediated phase separation assay, I achieved proficiency and understanding of numerous biochemical laboratory techniques, demonstrating exceptional laboratory operations and a keen eye for detail.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Operation Leader

Chick-fil-A Walnut Avenue
New Braunfels
01.2018 - 06.2024
  • Responsibilities included running shifts, disciplinary action, accountability for business scores, and team member development.
  • Role required extensive operational proficiency, maintenance and ordering of stock, equipment maintenance skills, and entrustment with 24/7 store access

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Dr. Steven Whitten, Texas State University
San Marcos
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in the development and reproducibility of a novel phase separation assay on intrinsically disordered proteins
  • Conducted protein expression protocols via E
  • Coli transformation, culturing and expression induction
  • Isolation procedures conducted include dialysis, centrifugation, sonication, ammonium sulfate precipitation, and NTA chromatography
  • Analysis steps conducted include SDS-PAGE and IR spectroscopy
  • Other various responsibilities included generation and maintenance of all necessary reagents, autoclaving, and extensive documentation of all experiments conducted.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry & Biology

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
08-2024

Skills

  • Research
  • Scientific Writing
  • Laboratory Operations
  • Data Analysis
  • Experiment Development

Volunteer Work

  • Believer's Fellowship Church volunteer for roughly 8 years. Originally served in music up until college, then served within children's ministry, yearly camps, and volunteer security team.
  • Service totals to well over 100 hours

References

  • Chick-fil-a - (210) 426-7905
  • Dr. Steven Whitten - (512) 245-7893
  • Chance Hunt (Volunteer Work) - (806) 831-7372

Timeline

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Dr. Steven Whitten, Texas State University
10.2023 - 05.2024

Operation Leader

Chick-fil-A Walnut Avenue
01.2018 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry & Biology

Texas State University
Samuel Dech