I am an experienced instructor with a Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology. I have taught college level microbiology in both traditional 14 week format and an accelerated 8 week format. As a technically trained molecular biologist/microbiologist with 8+ years laboratory experience, I integrate practical real world scenarios and knowledge into the core concepts of classic microbiology. I have expertise communicating, educating and purveying scientific information and techniques to colleagues, students and non-scientists.I prepared course syllabus and lectures. I developed assessments for this course including worksheets, problem sets, quizzes and exams to track students understanding and adjust lectures as needed. I utilized active learning techniques, small group projects, traditional lecture methods and one-on-one meetings with students to ensure each individuals learning needs were met. I engage learners with an interactive and organic classroom setting. Timely and active use of blackboard and other student resources are a part of my daily routine and important aspects of providing a supportive learning environment. I provide students multiple opportunities to informally and formally provide feedback; this is how I keep my course evolving to meet the needs of the students. I integrated current events relating to microbiology and new developments in research and technology into course material to keep the course material applicable and grounded in real world situations and events.

Research the role of YY1 and other Polycomb Group Proteins in Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma.Managed a clinical/ basic science research laboratory in the School of Vet-Med. Managed the laboratory from start up to fluidly functioning in under 6 months. During this time I collected and analyzed blood and tissue samples from canine oncology patients. Maintained detailed records of patient information, primary samples, RNA, DNA, protein, and resultant data (linked back to the patient ID). Handled and injected laboratory mice, dissected mice and isolated bone marrow from the long bones, then cultured and infected the mouse bone marrow cells. Performed flow cytometry on infected mouse bone marrow and progenitor stem cell lines. Analyzed gene and protein expression in primary blood, bone marrow and lymph node tissue aspirates. Produced virus and retroviral expression vectors, titred virus and performed viral infections. Wrote IACUC approved animal protocols and university approved biosafety protocols for the laboratory. Compiled, tabulated and graphically represented data for oral presentations and written reports of data. Organized and prepared materials and reagents for transportation from the laboratory to the animal facility for experimentation. Managed the everyday need of the laboratory. Trained, worked with and supervised summer students.

A technically trained Molecular Virologist working as Legal Specialist - Patent Scientist in the Intellectual Property Group of a law firm. While working as a patent scientist I assisted patent attorneys in prosecution of biotechnology patents and intellectual property in the realm of science. I have experience in a wide range of biotechnology areas, and especially in molecular biology and microbiology. I apply my 7+ years of laboratory science experience and my broad knowledge of microbiology, molecular biology, cellular biology, biochemistry, and biotechnology to support the clients and co-workers needs, in multiple aspects of intellectual property in the life sciences. First and foremost, I am a technically trained scientist and am proficient in a variety of molecular techniques. I have experience intelligently designing, controlling and troubleshooting experiments. I effectively interpret and communicate data. I am a collaborative scientist with intellectual property experience who is able to work with a diverse group of people.http://www.quarles.com/allison_repic/

A Postdoctoral Scientist in the Center for Drug Design (CDD) at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. I research HSV-1 fusion and entry in the laboratory of Robert J. Geraghty, Ph.D. The CDD is a interdisciplinary team of chemists and microbiologists that work together to intelligently design drugs to treat major bacterial and viral disease i.e. HSV-1, HCV, HIV, Tuberculosis, etc. At the CDD I am one of a few microbiologists working with a large group of chemists so I have experience purveying, discussing and explaining the biological details of projects to non-biological scientists.