Yusra Alabdulla
Dearborn Heights
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in RNA and DNA synthesis at Wayne State University School of Pharmacy. Proven expertise in LC-MS analysis and instrument management, coupled with strong mentoring abilities. Committed to advancing scientific research through innovative techniques and collaborative teamwork.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Wayne State University School of Pharmacy
Detroit
08.2020 - Current
- Synthesized RNA and DNA oligonucleotides with precision.
- Ensured optimal performance of the RNA synthesizer and trained other students to use it.
- Characterize oligonucleotides by using LC-MS, CD, UV, and DSC.
- Monitored and cleaned the Shimadzu LCMS instrument, and trained other students to use it.
Teaching Assistant
Wayne State University/ Liberal Arts and Sciences
Detroit
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Instructed laboratory courses in chemistry, including explaining and training the students to conduct experiments and collect data. Grading lab reports.
- Conducting weekly discussion section for the chemistry course.
- Tutored students in course material to improve comprehension.
- Proctored examinations, monitored assignments and tests, and documented results into filing systems.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Toledo
Toledo
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Synthesis of Modified RNA monomers for use in automated oligonucleotides RNA synthesis
Substitute Teacher (Chemistry)
Industry Specific Solution
Southfield
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided notes and reports on school day activities to primary teacher.
- Explained assignments and relayed information from the lead teacher.
Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Asamawa Children Hospital
Samawah
01.2007 - 05.2008
- Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis
- Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment
- Collaborate with other scientists in the group to analyze and interpret research methods and test results
Education
Ph.D. - Medicinal Chemistry
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI05-2025
Ph.D. - Medicinal Chemistry
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH08-2020
Master of Science - Chemistry
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, Michigan05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Kufa
Kufa, Iraq05.2003
Skills
- RNA and DNA synthesis and characterization:
- LC-MS analysis
- HPLC analysis
- DSC analysis
- CD analysis
- UV spectroscopy
- FTIR spectroscopy
- Radio-labeled oligonucleotides
- LCMS & DNA synthesizer Instrument management and problem-solving skills
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Arabic, Native speaker
Skills
RNA & DNA Oligonucleotides Synthesis, LCMS, HPLC, UV, CD, and DSC
Research
- Synthesis of RNA oligonucleotides by using solid phase synthesis. Characterize oligonucleotides by using LCMS, CD, and DSC. Testing RNA stability under oxidative conditions and characterize the products by using LCMS, gel electrophoresis.
- Conducted research with Radio labeled oligonucleotides.
- Synthesis of Modified RNA monomers for use in automated oligonucleotides RNA synthesis, 01/19, 12/20, University of Toledo, OH
- Analysis of Cocoa with a Handheld X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzer, 01/16, 12/16, University of Detroit Mercy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Wayne State University/ Liberal Arts and Sciences
01.2023 - 05.2023
Research Assistant
Wayne State University School of Pharmacy
08.2020 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Toledo
01.2019 - 05.2020
Substitute Teacher (Chemistry)
Industry Specific Solution
01.2017 - 05.2018
Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Asamawa Children Hospital
01.2007 - 05.2008
Ph.D. - Medicinal Chemistry
Wayne State University
Ph.D. - Medicinal Chemistry
University of Toledo
Master of Science - Chemistry
University of Detroit Mercy
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Kufa
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