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Zaynab Massenburg

Summary

Accomplished Laboratory Research Assistant at Kennesaw State University with expertise in experimental design and mentoring. Successfully presented research at major conferences, enhancing scientific communication skills. Proficient in project management and digital art, leveraging creative skills to design impactful presentations. Managed lab operations, ensuring efficiency and innovation in research processes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laboratory Research Assistant

Kennesaw State University
02.2024 - Current
  • Senior member of the Carpenter lab at Kennesaw State University researching Maternal Epigenetic Reprogramming in C. elegans nematodes.
  • In charge of managing and training carpenter lab members and aiding them with their research activities.
  • Maintained various C. elegans mutant strains.
  • Produced chemical solutions and media used in research.
  • Independently designed and executed experiments.
    Analyzed and interpreted data using digital programs, including ImageJ.
  • Trained incoming Carpenter lab students on laboratory techniques and working in the laboratory setting.
  • Presented research at multiple scientific conferences, including ABRCMS 2023, TAGC 2024, and SDB
    2025.
  • Regularly attend and present research at multiple regional scientific meetings, such as the Worm Club and Chromatin Club at Emory University.
  • Aided in maintaining digital laboratory documents and data organization.
  • Aided in managing and implementing laboratory class procedures.
  • Conducted laboratory inventory management of critical lab materials and reagents.

Microbiology Laboratory Assistant

Kennesaw State University
08.2020 - 03.2022
  • Member of the microbiology student prep team, BSL2 certified.
  • Utilized the aseptic technique to maintain bacterial cultures and plates.
  • Produced and maintained bacterial growth media and reagents.
  • Assisted professors with laboratory classroom activities and inventory maintenance.

Office Coordinator

Interstellar Solutions
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • A new IT company focused on innovative solutions in the tech industry.
  • Created interior concept design for the office with a $65,000 budget.
  • Coordinated with vendors for office furniture and supervised installation.
  • Participated in the design of Saudi Arabia's first World Defense Show 2022 exhibition booth.
  • Assisted in managing social media content and creating promotional videos.

Assistant English Speaking Teacher

Al Shamelah Montessori Kindergarten
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • An Early childhood education program focused on implementing the Montessori method in fostering creativity, independence, and diverse learning environments.
  • Aided children with English speaking skills using the Montessori methodology.
  • Designed and conducted lesson material.
  • Supported lead teachers in instruction implementation

College Volunteer

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Scottish Rite
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Completed ~39 hours of service volunteering at the pediatric radiology department.
  • Managed and restocked medical supplies to ensure availability for staff and patient care.
  • Supported hospital operations by maintaining room cleanliness ans sanitation standards.
  • Assisted medical personnel with various tasks to improve workflow efficiency and patient support.

Education

Biology

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA
12-2023

Skills

Technical:

  • Project Management
  • Mentoring and new hire training
  • Sample preparation
  • Chemical handling
  • Hazardous waste disposal and Autoclaving
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Experimental design

Creative:

  • Digital art and graphic design
  • presentation design
  • Painting and visual arts
  • Mural design
  • Clay sculpting and pottery
  • Adobe creative suite

Certification

  • NREMT - Ga
  • Healthcare Provider BLS Instructor


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
ASL
Elementary

Timeline

Laboratory Research Assistant

Kennesaw State University
02.2024 - Current

College Volunteer

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Scottish Rite
08.2022 - 11.2022

Office Coordinator

Interstellar Solutions
03.2022 - 05.2022

Microbiology Laboratory Assistant

Kennesaw State University
08.2020 - 03.2022

Assistant English Speaking Teacher

Al Shamelah Montessori Kindergarten
08.2019 - 10.2019

Biology

Kennesaw State University

Philanthropy / Community Involvement

Children's Hospital, Saudi Arabia - Mural Artist

  • Designed and painted a wall mural in the pediatrics Kidney Dialysis Department to enhance the healing space for children undergoing long-term treatment.


Kennesaw State University - Co-Host of a Hospital in Mali Fundraiser

  • as the president of Dexterous Art Club, The Club at KSU helped Co-host a fundraiser event supporting a hospital in mali to purchase medical equipment.


MIST Atlanta (Ga) - Judge

  • Judged for the Muslim Inter-Scholastic Tournament of Atlanta as a Quran Judge for 2023, 2024, 2025. And as an Art and Science fair judge for 2025.


Arabic & Quran Teacher

  • Taught Arabic language and Quranic studies, creating lesson plans and guiding student learning

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