YUMI LEE
San Francisco
Summary
Diligent Animal Technician with a background in wildlife biology and four years of hands-on experience in laboratory rodent care. Proficient in aseptic techniques, rigorous data logging and ensuring regulatory compliance. Eager to expand my technical skillset and leverage expertise in animal care and strong attention to detail to support research and laboratory operations at UCSF.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Support Assistant
Viswanath Lab
San Francisco, CA
07.2026 - Current
- Combined precise ear notch reading with weekly weight tracking of research subjects and recorded precise metric data.
- Monitored animal health and weight fluctuations, flagging and reporting critical weight drops exceeding 1 gram.
Animal Technician
UCSF
San Francisco
10.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive health surveillance of mice, ensuring early detection and intervention for signs of illness.
- Maintained equipment and animal housing areas to meet standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements, ensuring optimal living conditions.
- Communicated with lab personnel to address inquiries and provide critical information regarding rodent care and facility conditions, facilitating a collaborative work environment.
Aviary Husbandry Intern
UC Davis
Davis, California
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Monitored avian health daily and ensured high standards of cleanliness.
- Recorded daily log entries for water and food replenishment tasks, ensuring accurate documentation of routine activities to support the health and well-being of ducks in the aviary.
Primate Variability Intern
UC Davis
Davis, California
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Conducted detailed literature reviews and data entry for primate species such as, animal diet, ranging, social behavior and conservation status for specific primate species.
- Utilized Mendeley for organizing and coding primary literature, ensuring systematic and comprehensive data management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology
UC Davis
Davis 09.2018 - 06.2022
Skills
- Rodent Handling
- Animal Health Monitoring
- Ear Notching
- Data management
- MS Office and G Suite
- PPE Procedures
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Research Support Assistant
Viswanath Lab
07.2026 - Current
Animal Technician
UCSF
10.2022 - Current
Aviary Husbandry Intern
UC Davis
03.2022 - 06.2022
Primate Variability Intern
UC Davis
01.2020 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife, Fish and Conservation Biology
UC Davis
09.2018 - 06.2022