•Followed validation plans to test stability and precision of Diasorin kit components in immunodiagnostics•Performed preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on Liaison Analyzers and Liaison XL Analyzers •Documented experiments and tested results in an FDA approved quality fashion•Gained experience with CLIA based technology systems in an industry setting

•Individually managed two weekly sessions of a 24 student laboratory at two hours each for three semesters•Graded multiple weekly student assignments in a fair, objective, and timely manner•Communicated and collaborated with students, fellow teaching assistants and course coordinators to create the best learning experience by debriefing about the previous weeks lab and preparing for upcoming labs

Techniques: PCR, DNA Isolation & Purification, Restriction Digests, DNA Cloning with Plasmids, Gel Electrophoresis, Western Blotting, RNA Isolation, Cell Culture, Rodent Handling•Performed experiments and gathered data for honors thesis focused on lipid breakdown in adipocytes in white and brown fat to further research into fatty acid efflux and its role in human disease•Completed written honors thesis with mentorship by two College of Biological Science faculty members •Assisted graduate and post-doctoral students in data collection related to lipid droplet metabolism and its role in human diseases such as obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease