Open To Work
Sierra Saldaña
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center – Department of Surgery
Columbus,OH
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Immediately
Desired Job Title
Senior Research TechnicianUndergraduate Research AssistantReceptionistShift Lead
Work Type
Full Time
Important To Me
Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programs
4
Years of experience
Experienced in in-vivo animal models, molecular biology techniques, physiological assessments, histological analyses, and scientific communication. Published co-author with demonstrated success presenting research at regional and national scientific conferences. Seeking opportunities in biomedical research, toxicology, environmental health, pharmaceutical sciences, or related scientific fields.
Work History
Senior Research Technician
1 Year 10 Months- Principal Investigator: Dr. Loren Wold
- Investigate developmental and cardiovascular consequences of prenatal e-cigarette exposure using murine models.
- Perform physiological assessments, molecular assays, and tissue analyses to evaluate offspring health outcomes.
- Collaborate across multidisciplinary research teams to support project development and data interpretation.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
2 Years- Principal Investigator: Dr. Loren Wold
- Investigated biological effects of electronic cigarette exposure and environmental pollutants.
- Assisted with animal studies, tissue collection, molecular assays, and data analysis.
- Contributed to research presentations and scientific abstracts.
Receptionist
8 Months- Coordinated appointment scheduling for staff, optimizing daily workflow and resource allocation.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
Shift Lead
3 Years 11 Months- Trained team members on standard operating procedures and best practices to enhance performance.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for patrons.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Minor: Biology
Skills
Echocardiography
Quantitative PCR
Western Blotting
ELISA
Cell Culture
Sample Processing
Murine Exposure Models
Experimental Design
Scientific Writing
Data Interpretation
Timeline
Senior Research Technician
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center – Department of Surgery
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Receptionist
Anthony Vince Nail Spa
08.2022 - 04.2023Read More
Undergraduate Research Assistant
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center – Department of Surgery
08.2022 - 08.2024Read More
Shift Lead
Chitter Chatter Ice Cream
07.2018 - 06.2022Read More
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science from Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Minor: Biology
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PUBLICATIONS
- Olverson ZA, Saldaña SJ, Miller RA, Gorr MW. E-cigarette exposure during pregnancy impairs uterine artery blood flow and feto-placental function. Toxicological Sciences. 2025.
- Gallego-Perez M, Hookfin H, Schwieterman N, Woodbury E, Saldaña S, et al. Short-term Particulate Matter 2.5 Exposure and Chronic Psychosocial Stress Cause Maladaptive Remodeling in the Heart. Circulation. 2025.
- Oral Presentation - Saldaña SJ et al. Effects of Psychosocial Stress in Combination with PM2.5 on the Cardiovascular System. Department of Surgery Research Conference, 2026.
- Poster Presentations - From Rescue to Risk: The Cardiopulmonary Aftermath of the World Trade Center Collapse. Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute Research Day, 2025.
- - In Utero Exposure to E-Cigarette Vapor Effects Inflammatory Genes in Developing Fetal Immune System. Ohio Valley Society of Toxicology, 2023.
- Additional presentations available upon request.
AWARDS
Best Undergraduate Poster Award Ohio Valley Society of Toxicology (2023)