Sana Surrency
Arlington,VA
Summary
Aspiring research technician with experience in developing and optimizing experimental protocols to study host-pathogen interactions, with an emphasis on dental and craniofacial research. Proficient in working with microfluidic platforms for cellular research and data analysis. Skilled in applying various laboratory techniques to investigate cellular responses in the context of oral health and disease. Eager to contribute to scientific research in microbial infections and disease mechanisms as part of a collaborative team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Student Research Intern
Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Lab
02.2024 - Current
- Designed and conducted experiments to investigate cellular responses to microbial infection.
- Performed cell culture, immunostaining, and molecular assays
- Analyzed experimental data using microscopy, biochemical techniques, and quantitative methods.
- Developed and optimized protocols to investigate host-pathogen interactions using a microfluidic platform
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to advance research on epithelial barrier function and disease mechanisms.
Registered Dental Assistant
Brooklyn Avenue Dental
03.2021 - 11.2023
- Conducted routine X-ray imaging for over 900 active patients
- Assisted chair-side in dental procedures, including routine cleanings, restorations, implant placements, and extractions.
- Trained five new dental assistants on equipment use and safety protocols
Dental Assistant
Olympia Advanced Dentistry
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Assisted in dental cleanings, surgeries, and other procedures using four-handed dentistry techniques
- Performed bitewing, periapical, panoramic, and occlusal X-rays, preparing them for dentist review
- Educated over 20 patients weekly on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits
Education
Master of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular & Cellular Biology
Georgetown University
Washington, DC12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
University of Washington
08-2023
Skills
- Microscopy techniques
- Microbiology techniques
- Biochemical assays
- Cell culture techniques
- Bioengineering
- Experimental design
- Laboratory documentation
- Data interpretation
Affiliations
GU Medical Center Graduate Student Organization (MCGSO)
- Active Biomedical Graduate Education (BGE) student representative
University of Washington Free Radicals Chemistry Club
- Led collaborative fundraiser supporting the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE)
Delta Delta Sigma (DDS) Pre-Dental Society
- Collaborated in packaging oral hygiene kits; donated to Seattle Children's Hospital, ROOTS Young Adult Shelter, and UW Department of Endodontics
- Participated in food distribution and sorting activities at the University District Food Bank
Certification
- Washington State Dental Assistant Registration
- Institute of Digital Dentistry Fundamentals of Intraoral Scanning Certification
Timeline
Graduate Student Research Intern
Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Lab
02.2024 - Current
Registered Dental Assistant
Brooklyn Avenue Dental
03.2021 - 11.2023
Dental Assistant
Olympia Advanced Dentistry
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Washington State Dental Assistant Registration
- Institute of Digital Dentistry Fundamentals of Intraoral Scanning Certification
Master of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular & Cellular Biology
Georgetown University
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
University of Washington
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