Offering solid understanding of scientific concepts and keen interest in laboratory work, eager to learn and grow in research environment. Contributes to team by being adaptable and quick to pick up new techniques and methodologies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Biological Research Technician
Somru Bioscience
07.2024 - Current
Developed new ligand binding immunoassay processes and methods for the measurement of proteins and antibodies in biological matrices in consultation with principal investigators.
Set up and performed functionality tests including cell proliferation assays and cell-based fluorescence reporter gene assays using flow cytometry.
Applied microscopy and histochemistry techniques to support pharmacokinetic profiling and the development of cell-based assays for drug development.
Executed experiments to investigate protein-protein interactions.
Performed assays for the engineering of therapeutic antibodies using molecular biology techniques.
Designed and executed day-to-day experiments, analyzed and interpreted experimental results, and contributed to overall research program strategies.
Troubleshot technical problems related to analytical methods and implemented effective solutions.
Prepared protocols and specifications for processes, products, and analytical tests.
Oversaw the proper maintenance, qualification, and daily user logging of laboratory equipment.
Consulted with principal investigators regarding ongoing research and contributed to the preparation of scientific articles, technical papers, and research reports.
Research Assistant
Brock University
11.2023 - 04.2024
Designed an experiment and created a proposal for research on plant behavior under the solar eclipse for the Department of Biological Sciences.
Utilized statistical software and MS Excel for data collection and analysis of plant growth parameters.
Implemented basic plant growth principles, ensuring optimal growth conditions for plants in laboratory settings.
Performed trend analysis for plant growth and behaviors.
Designed posters for seminar presentations.
Sales Associate
Gap Inc.
01.2022 - 01.2023
Provided excellent customer service leading to increased sales.
Worked under time constraints in high pressure situations increasing productivity and sales of merchandise.
Front store cashier, processed and received payments, issued receipts and reached highest loyalty sign ups in the store.
Assisted in inventory by storing and managing merchandise.
Education
Bsc - Biological Sciences (Hons)
Brock University
01.2024
Skills
Laboratory techniques
Data modeling
Performing experiments
Sample preparation
Research design
Cell culture
Flow cytometry
Conducting experiments
Laboratory instrumentation
Multitasking
Critical thinking
Certification
WHMIS certified
First Aid Certified
Others
Performed (Hons) thesis research at Brock University on the Phenomics screening of microalgal strains to test tolerance and degradation capacity to microplastics while successfully achieving a bank of pure strains.