Sydney McDonald
Overland Park,KS
Summary
Detail-oriented Lab Technician with experience supporting vaccine manufacturing through cell culture, aseptic technique, and clean-room operations. Skilled in maintaining laboratory safety standards, accurate documentation, and efficient workflow execution. Strong team collaborator with a background in customer-facing roles that strengthened communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills. Dedicated to delivering high-quality results in fast-paced scientific and technical environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lab technician
CEVA
08.2024 - Current
- Support vaccine manufacturing processes involving bacterial culture in a controlled clean-room environment.
- Perform cell culture procedures, aseptic techniques, and laboratory safety practices.
- Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to quality and compliance standards.
Beauty Advisor
Ulta Beauty
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided customer service by assessing needs, recommending products, and enhancing the guest experience.
- Maintained product knowledge to support customer purchasing decisions.
- Contributed to store presentation and inventory organization.
Sales associate
Kohl's
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted customers with apparel selections and loyalty program support.
- Ensured positive shopping experiences through efficient service and product knowledge.
- Supported merchandising and floor organization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Rockhurst University
05.2024
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission South
08.2020
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Laboratory safety and compliance
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Adaptability
- Cell culture techniques
- Aseptic technique
Languages
Medical Spanish Terminology
Timeline
Lab technician
CEVA
08.2024 - Current
Beauty Advisor
Ulta Beauty
06.2022 - 08.2022
Sales associate
Kohl's
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Rockhurst University
High School Diploma -
Shawnee Mission South