Treven Winters

Dynamic Lab Manager with extensive experience at the Washington State Department of Health and Services, excelling in team training and development. Proven expertise in blood collection and processing, alongside a strong commitment to quality assurance. Recognized for enhancing lab efficiency and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve outstanding results.

• Temperature-induced Activation of the Reproductive Axis through Melatonin-mediated Changes in Thyrotropin, MS thesis, Portland State University, 2021
• Role of melatonin in temperature-induced activation of the neuroendocrine reproductive axis in garter snakes., Brain Behavior and Evolution, 97, 3-4, 2022, 167-183
• Neural thyroid hormone metabolism integrates seasonal changes in environmental temperature with the neuroendocrine reproductive axis., Hormones and Behavior, 161, 2024, 105517

• Organic Chemistry Undergrad Laboratory Assistant, Strongin Lab, Portland State University, 2014-2015, Performed organic chemistry research laboratory techniques.
• Salmon Redd Survey Volunteer, ODFW (Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife), 2014-2018, Assisted ODFW biologist with steelhead/habitat surveys on Oregon coast watershed.
• Coordinator, Hispanic Heritage Month, 2008-2009
• Youth Golf Coach, Camp Darby, 2011-2012, Italy

References provided upon request.

• Lab Manager, Medical Technologist, Washington State Department of Health and Services, DSHS, Buckley, WA, 12/20, 03/25, Performed lab draws, Urinalysis, and various other cultures for entire facility., Performed EKG’s and X-Rays on clients at Provider’s request., Maintained Lab Records for 150+ Clients., Member of the Infection Control Team, monitored antibiotic resistance and decreased spread of drug-resistant microbes.
• Metal Fabricator, Sunrise Glass, Kent, WA, 03/20, 10/20, Fabricated and installed commercial and residential window and door frames., Maintained stockpile levels and inventory., Ensured serviceability and maintained tools in the shop taken out into the field.
• Biology Laboratory Assistant and Teaching Assistant, Portland State University, Portland, OR, 01/17, 01/20, Applied technologies and characterizations in leading research projects., Trained and mentored four graduate students., Conducted neuroendocrinology lab graduate work., Trained in tissue preparation, dissection, minor surgery, immunohistochemical staining, and in-situ hybridization techniques., Managed undergraduate students conducting experiments for honors program and volunteers., Taught lab sections of principles of Biology (BS201,202,203) for 25 students per class.
• Chemistry Stockroom Manager, Portland State University, Portland, OR, 09/14, 06/17, Prepared lab equipment, glassware, and chemical solutions for laboratory courses., Developed more efficient laboratory procedures., Maintained equipment used in all levels of chemistry lab sections.
• Munitions Inspector & Storage Crew Chief, U.S. Air Force, Pisa, Italy, Okinawa, Japan, 01/07, 12/13, Oversaw staff training programs and drafted performance reviews., Performed quality insurance checks on missile testing logs, safety/hazmat programs, and deployment readiness program., Supervised supplies totaling $475M and $210M., Lead inspector for missile program, in charge of training new airmen (15+)., Managed inventory schedules for 30+ stockpile locations.

Demonstrated expertise in leading teams and working independently. Demonstrated problem solving and analytical strengths in gathering and presenting data. Strategic and results-driven approach to completing research in organic chemistry, quantitative chemistry and neuroendocrinology.

• Youth Golf Coach

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