A research assistant at OHSU where I gained extensive experience supporting the research goals of my PI, Dr. Ann Hill, and post-docs. I have was lucky enough to be involved in several national collaborative clinical research studies including MrOS (CMV in male osteoporosis), a collaboration with Kaiser Permanente investigating immunosenescence in the elderly, and most recently a study looking at breast cancer treatment related fatigue, as well as a study into biomarkers involved in fibromyalgia.Experience :-Clinical research study participant visits,including home visits, and off-site clinic visits-Phlebotomy-Administering study participant surveys-Recruitment and scheduling study participants-Facilitating and ensuring informed consent of study participants-Experimental tasks associated with processing of human samples. This includes isolating cells from blood and other tissues, freezing and thawing cells and cell culture. -Experimental tasks associated with flow cytometry, including: antibody staining, flow cytometry and data acquisition.-Data analysis, careful record-keeping, compilation, analysis and reporting of data.-Microscopy-Tissue culture, virus preps-Mouse colony organization and recording-Annual review and modifications of IACUC, IBC and IRB protocols as needed-Ensuring ongoing lab compliance with institutional safety standards and policies-Maintenance and service scheduling for lab equipment-Management of cold storage organization system (FreezerPro)-Shipping-Ordering supplies and reagents (Oracle systems)-Contact with sales representatives for lab equipment and reagents-Monitoring science journals for relevant research literature

-Coordinating movement of guests through treatment areas-Scheduling-Resolving schedule changes/conflicts-Retail associate-Cash handling

-Assisting doctor with minor procedures-Preparing rooms for procedures, restocking supplies-Scheduling appointments-Chart filing-Triage-Taking vitals and histories

-Level 1 certified in skiing and snowboarding instruction-Teaching safety and correct techniques to people of all ages and abilities-School group instructor (DinoMites)