Devon Leroux Email & Phone Number

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

• Work with faculty and students to help answer biological research questions related to the medical field.
• Design project workflow; create and troubleshoot protocols to visualize a wide variety of samples through electron microscopy.- Biological research – utilize mammalian disease models, and diseased adult and pediatric.
• Perform image analysis using both open and closed source software, including ImageJ (FIJI), Aivia, ImagePro, FluoRender, and Nikon NIS-Elements.
• Manage and train part-time research assistant.
• Train faculty and students on sample preparation and equipment operation.
• Order supplies necessary to maintain laboratory and lead capital lab equipment purchases, including providing sole source justifications and conducting market analyses.

Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

• Conducted research on Zea mays endosperms, gathering data via bright-field, confocal, transmission electron and scanning electron microscopy.
• Processed Maize tissue for visualization. Responsibilities included handling and waste management of hazardous chemicals including formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde, cacodylate, uranyl acetate, lead citrate, osmium.
• Proficient in image analysis using ImagePro and ImageJ.
• Conducted and reviewed statistical analysis using Minitab, with a focus on linear regression models.
• Cultivated maize plants. Responsibilities included tilling land, planting and maintenance of maize plants, controlled pollination, and harvesting.

Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

• Instructed three concurrent undergraduate laboratory sections of cell biology.
• Responsibilities included teaching students scientific writing, experimental design, equipment operation, and presentation skills, as well as grading assignments.

Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

• Worked third-shift frying, decorating, and packaging pastries.

Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

• Conducted genetic research on Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans) and gathered data via bright-field, confocal, transmission electron, and scanning electron microscopy. Responsibilities included preparation of all.
• Performed image analysis using Photoshop and ImageJ.

Warren, Michigan

• Demolished and reconstructed kitchens, floors, and bathrooms.
• Landscaping experience, including reconstruction of retaining walls and lawn/garden care.

Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

• Maintained the front desk of a dormitory and was responsible for building security, cash handling, and mail sorting.

Master Of Science - Ms, Plant Cell Biology

Activities and Societies: American Society of Plant Biologists, Michigan Microscopy and Microanalysis Society

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology, Microscopy

Activities and Societies: Michigan Microscopy and Microanalysis Society, Microscopy Student Association