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Scarborough, Maine, United States

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Fairfield, Ct

Fairfield, Ct

Fairfield, Ct

Magee Women'S Research Institute

- Conducted lab research on immune cell populations and HIV-tropic receptor expression using tissue processing, microscopy, and flow cytometry- Oversaw and coordinated research for three studies: VAST, CONRAD 124, and CONRAD 128- Created lab reagents and media, performed culture work in an anaerobic chamber, conducted experiments including DNA extraction, PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, Restriction Enzymes, API 20E testing, and Gram Stain analysis via Nugent Scores- Trained new staff personnel in laboratory procedures and protocols, created and managed templates to improve long-term inventory of samples, performed quality control on media, reagents, and equipment- Analyzed and quantified cellular cultures for bacterial identification- Facilitated the shipping and receiving of samples and supplies with labs across the USA, Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico- Inventoried all received samples into Microsoft Excel and Access databases

Washington, Pa

- Gathered and processed field samples via gas chromatography and physical testing of hydrocarbon products- Collaborated with plant operators and off-site offices in order to expedite products to meet time restraints and customer demands- Documented results into a Standard of Practice database for use by other company personnel

Fisher Lab

- Digitized mosaics on ARCGIS software to map out deep-sea coral communities- Actively participated in weekly lab meetings.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Biology, General

Activities and Societies: Penn State Football Team Wide-Receiver, Morale Committee Member THON 2010, Finance Committee Member THON 2011.

Hs Diploma