I’m seeking an R&D Scientist, Microbiologist or Field Researcher roles at top biotechnology companies and am the perfect fit for these roles because I have the following skills: experimental design, assay development, cross-functional collaboration, project and team management, technical writing, stakeholder communication and SOP development. I have experience in managing project details and tasks as seen by delivering well-cited publications on Yellowstone hot spring microbiology, Great Salt Lake microbialite microbiology, nitrogen fixation and trace metal bioavailability studies as evidenced by 2 projects per year. I have also worked professionally with the leading minds in the industry, collaborating effectively with key opinion leaders and peers from other institutions to collaborate and leverage expertise to answer scientific questions, and deliver a collaborative publication in Nature Communications Biology, as evidenced by 2 collaborations per year.I also can adjust behaviors and priorities based on a changing environment and establish methods for the cultivation of microorganisms on minerals, including a method for cell and mineral separation that was published in the Journal of Bacteriology leading to 1 optimized methodology per year.In addition, I have the following qualifications: Flexible and versatile researcher with research experience on a variety of microorganisms with the goal of better understanding how factors from their environment influence growth, as evidenced by performing 126 experiments focused on studying patterns of microbial growth under different conditions.Ability to work in a collaborative team-oriented environment collaborating with stakeholders and teams from multiple labs across diverse institutions to assess samples resulting in more than 10 scientific papers published in the last 5 years.Strong communication and presentation skills with proficiency in simplifying information comprehensively resulting in presentations at 2 lab meetings per month and 1-2 conferences a year.I want to serve an organization that prizes achievement, collaboration and challenge among its employees. I’m excited to be on a team built around adaptability, enthusiasm and accountability. I know I will thrive at a company where impact is valued, as well as growth and quality. I want to be a part of an organization that infuses creativity into their brand, culture and market and who I can help make a difference in the world.Please connect with me here: devonandmurphy@gmail.com