Highly-motivated research associate with a wide range of practicable skills. Quick to learn new techniques and able to work well in a team or independently. Brings a high level of attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of biological research.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Associate I
UMass Chan Medical School - Esteves Lab
Worcester, MA
06.2023 - Current
Managed multiple experimental procedures simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
Handled sensitive biological samples and reagents, following all relevant safety precautions.
Performed a variety of laboratory tests on samples including RT-qPCR, ELISA, mammalian cell culture, western blotting, and RNA, DNA, and protein isolation.
Maintained accurate records and prepared detailed reports summarizing experimental findings.
Interpreted results of experiments and identified trends in data.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Oxygen and Muscle Metabolism Lab
Amherst, MA
09.2021 - 05.2023
Assisted in various research projects encompassing a variety of techniques.
Maintained a clean and safe lab environment.
Worked with human participants, MRI imaging setup, blood sampling and analysis, mitochondrial respirometry, mouse muscle sample preparation, sterilization, and data analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst
05.2023
High School Diploma -
Framingham High School
Framingham, MA
07-2019
Skills
ELISA
RT-qPCR
Mammalian cell culture
Western Blotting
Plasmid cloning
Mouse colony management
DNA, RNA, and protein isolation
Tissue harvesting and processing
Sterilization and sterile technique
Inventory management and ordering
Experimental design
Record Keeping
Microsoft Office Suite
Data Interpretation
Lab Safety
Collaborative research techniques
Timeline
Research Associate I
UMass Chan Medical School - Esteves Lab
06.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Oxygen and Muscle Metabolism Lab
09.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology