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-Participate on R&D projects for Germline and Somatic assay development and train laboratory technicians in order to transfer into production-Process specimens using Next Generation Sequencing on Illumina NovaSeq and NanoPore PromethION-Performing DNA and RNA manual isolation, short and long read shearing, generate NGS libraries, utilize hybridization and capture methods, specimen testing includes amniotic fluid, blood, saliva, and tissue

Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States

-Worked as a molecular diagnostic laboratory technician -Perform DNA and RNA extractions for reverse transcriptase and rt-qPCR amplification. -Processing of numerous sample types. -Experience using LIMS database system for typing orders into batches, creating plate maps for PCR plates and importing plate results for analysis.

Newark, Delaware, United States

-Conducted pH probe analysis of fungus to analyze its ability to reduce E.coli levels on plants-Worked with team in moving the lab to new location, setting up and organizing equipment

Newark, Delaware, United States

-Grew rice paddies and performed tests at UD’s farms to optimize agricultural practices-Performed experiments, including analyzing digested husks to obtain silica levels, sequential extractions for arsenic levels in iron oxides, DCB tests on roots, colorimetric analysis on silicon-Collaborated with lab manager and graduate students to complete defined experiments to meet goals-Operated wide variety of laboratory equipment including: spectrophotometers, centrifuges, rice husking machine, spectrometers, and non-dispersive infrared analyzers (NDIR)

Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States

-Tested storm water drains for illegal surfactants and worked with engineering consultants to determine Marblehead’s compliance with new MS4 Permit-Identified illicit sump pump connections utilizing town blueprints, homeowner bills and the GIS system. Provided the Superintendent with an organized data set to support follow-up action

Swampscott, Massachusetts, United States

-Worked at the JCC summers of 2016-2019 as a camp counselor-Facilitated daily sports, swimming, crafts, and science activities for campers ages 2.5 to 3 years old -Acted as a role model in all areas of camp activities including sportsmanship, cleanliness, and rules

Swampscott, Massachusetts, United States

-Worked at the Jewish Community Center as an after-school counselor for children grades K-6 -In charge of organizing school pick up in Marblehead and getting everyone to the JCC safely -Supervised classes such as Tae Kwon Do, swimming, arts and crafts, and gym

Bachelor'S Degree, Environmental Science

Masters, Molecular Diagnostic Science