Sylvia A. Flores
Pearland
Summary
Experienced research assistant that is proficient in laboratory techniques, animal care, and data analysis. Skilled in managing and maintaining lab resources, performing surgical procedures, and administering treatments to animal models. Adept at conducting literature reviews, collecting and analyzing data, and staying current with IACUC protocols. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, maintain detailed records, and ensure compliance with regulatory protocols.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant II
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
04.2024 - Current
- Manage and maintain the lab's mouse colony by ear-tagging, genotyping, weaning and euthanizing animals
- Perform daily animal care and health checks
- Perform chemo-/immunotherapy of the animal models of head and neck cancer
- Administers treatments to mice by intraperitoneal injections (IP), tail vein injections (IV), and oral gavage
- Perform histological tumor sample microtome sections and stainings, including immunohistochemical stainings
- Perform biochemical techniques (western blotting, PCR), molecular and cell biological methods (RNA and DNA isolation), sterile cell culture assays (clonogenic and cell cycle)
- Maintain accurate, detailed records of the protocols and experimental data, including mouse record and data
- Perform laboratory maintenance such as maintaining equipment and lab stocks, managing chemical inventory and safety records, and providing general lab support as needed
Senior Research Assistant
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UT Health)
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Provide direction and training to personnel to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results in compliance with all protocols
- Performs other duties as assigned
Research Assistant II
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UT Health)
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Conduct literature reviews and stays up to date with new literature
- Collect and analyze data (Doppler readings and Behavior assessments)
- Performs MCAO (Middle Carotid Artery Occlusion), BCAS (Bilateral Common Carotid Artery Stenosis) surgeries, and Jugular vein injections in mice
- Administers treatments to mice by jugular vein injections (JV) and intraperitoneal injections (IP)
- Maintains Instutional Review Board (IRB) protocols, as well as Animal Welfare Commitee (AWC) protocols
- Maintains accurate and timely records to include notebooks, records, databases, etc
- As needed by the research project
- Maintains and monitors laboratory and/or other supplies to ensure sufficient inventory to support research projects
- Ensures quality of reagents or other supplies
- Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department
- Participates in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops
- Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment
- Promoted to Senior Research Assistant at the end of first year
Research Technician II
Baylor College of Medicine
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Prepares and conducts laboratory research experiments
- Collects, compiles, and critically analyzes research data utilizing database programs such as: Acquire, OpenSpecimen, and StudyLog
- Performs blood collection, surgical procedures, and other manipulations on immunosuppressed mice
- Administer treatments to rodents by oral gavage, intraperitoneal injection, tail vein injection, and subcutaneous injection
- Processes and stores biospecimen samples involving Breast, Ovarian, Lung, Gynecological, Head and Neck Cancer
Mental Health Associate
Arbour Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Worked full-time for these six months as my CO-OP experiential learning for Northeastern University.
- Completed assignment tasks related to the Admission, Transfer and Discharge process of a patient
- Established rapport with patients through active listening, empathy, and non-judgmental interactions.
- Ascertains the need for and assisted patients aged 12 and up with a variety of psychiatric and substance abuse diagnoses in meeting immediate needs with the goal of self-maintenance under the direction of a RN
- Maintained a safe environment for all residents by implementing risk management protocols when needed.
- Assisted patients in carrying out their established treatment programs by collaborating with other team members and by participating in ongoing multidisciplinary team meetings with RN to assist in reporting of patients' progress
- Documented and reported patient progress/regression
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
Northeastern University
Boston, MA05.2021
Skills
- Effective Time Management
- Qt-PCR
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Western Blots
- Microsoft Office
- Mice Handling (SCID/Bg, NSG, NRG, C57BL/6)
- Bilateral Carotid Artery Stenosis Surgery
- Tissue and Animal Observation
- Middle Carotid Artery Occlusion Surgeries
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Fat Pad Cell Injection and Fat Pad Fragmentation in Mice
Certification
- Certified Small Animal Surgeon, UT HEALTH, Houston, TX
- Certified Small Animal Surgeon, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
Publications
Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor Secretion From Lungs Mediate The Post-stroke Functional Recovery After Systemic Administration Of MSCs, Courtney Davis, Andrew Goh, Sylvia A Flores, Natalia Wewior, Jaroslaw A Aronowski, Sean I Savitz, Nikunj Satani, 02/02/23, Stroke, 2023, 54, https://doi.org/10.1161/str.54.suppl_1.TMP118
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Research Assistant II
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
04.2024 - Current
Senior Research Assistant
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UT Health)
04.2023 - 04.2024
Research Assistant II
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UT Health)
04.2022 - 04.2023
Research Technician II
Baylor College of Medicine
07.2021 - 04.2022
Mental Health Associate
Arbour Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Certified Small Animal Surgeon, UT HEALTH, Houston, TX
- Certified Small Animal Surgeon, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
Northeastern University
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