Wesley Cook
Midvale,UT
Summary
Structured Laboratory Technician offering background in processing and analyzing various virulent specimens. Familiar with basic medical terminology, laboratory protocols and testing procedures. Recognized for performing laboratory tests and procedures with attention to detail, optimum quality and expedience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Molecular Technologist
Nomi Health
Millcreek, UT
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools
- Processed on average 15,000 patient tests for viral diagnosis via qPCR
- Analyzed experiment and test results to validate adherence to standards and specifications
- Trained in aseptically handling virulent samples for testing Monkey Pox, COVID-19, Influenza, and RSV
Lab Technician
Myriad Genetics
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Performed RNA extraction and qPCR to obtain data needed for patient COVID-19 diagnosis.
- Efficiently accessioned COVID-19 samples to ensure patient data stayed consistent and confidential.
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
Research Lab Technician
Utah State University
Logan, Utah
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Performed projects to extract and edit DNA of target Bacteria and plant samples.
- Proficient in working with PCR for use in DNA cloning experiments.
- Helped manage projects regarding molecular research and plant genetic engineering.
Research Lab Technician
Utah State University
Logan, Utah
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Performed projects in biological engineering labs to produce pure synthetic spider silk for future medical research.
- Proficient with working with protein purification from large scale bacteria cultures.
- Aided in experiments involving CRISPR-Cas9 and electroporation to edit genes of silkworms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Utah State University
Logan, UT12.2020
Skills
- qPCR Proficient
- Reagent Mixing
- Aseptic Techniques
- Quality Control Analysis
- DNA, RNA, and Protein Extraction
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
Timeline
Molecular Technologist
Nomi Health
06.2021 - 10.2022
Lab Technician
Myriad Genetics
01.2021 - 06.2021
Research Lab Technician
Utah State University
05.2018 - 10.2018
Research Lab Technician
Utah State University
09.2015 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Utah State University
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