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William Callahan

Worcester,MA

Summary

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

University of Massachusetts Amherst

High School Diploma -

Framingham High School
William Callahan