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San Diego, Ca, Us

San Diego, California, United States

San Diego, California, United States

- Serve as subject matter expert on histology and FFPE / FF tissue including optimizing tissue handling and histological stains for best performance in spatial assays - Develop and optimize in-situ workflows including new methods for detecting the spatial localization of protein and RNA within tissue- Execute precision microtomy on FFPE blocks and master a novel tissue mounting system to further develop antibody panels - Establish standards for onboarding multi-omic content for spatial profiling - Collaborate effectively with other teams including surface chemistry, biochemistry, systems integration, image analysis, and bioinformatics- Maintain meticulous notes and databases of relevant reagents, experiments, equipment, and other processes

San Diego, California, United States

- Execute entire histology workflow in mouse fresh frozen tissue including tissue collection, fixation, processing, microtomy, staining, and image analysis- Optimize and execute single and multiplex IHC/IF for proteins and FISH/CISH/RNAscope assays for target sequences of interest- Assist the In-Vivo team with non-survival procedures to perfuse/harvest/dissect rodent tissue and process samples for histological and molecular analyses- Image brightfield and fluorescent slides using a digital slide scanner, brightfield and epifluorescent microscope- Analyze images using HALO automated software and present reports on performed assays- Write protocols, develop procedures, and document experiments on an electronic lab notebook

- Train Supervisors on required histology techniques including proper sample handling, microtomy, histochemical and immunohistochemical staining, and operation of automated lab machinery - Create and present virtual training materials for Histology Technicians and Supervisors- Verify pathology report and specimen information for sample reporting in LIMS- Ensure Quality and Compliance in accordance with GCP

- Organized bi-annual symposiums with presentation topics ranging from histology techniques to demonstrations of new technology - Coordinated presenters, booked vendors, and submitted paperwork to the National Society for Histotechnology - Provided CEU credits to histology professionals in the Greater Boston area - Advanced the mission of the organization by attending board meetings and collaborating with other New England societies

Massachusetts

Cambridge, Massachusetts

- Perform routine Histology tasks including fixing, trimming, processing, embedding, manual and automated microtomy- Execute complex trimming and embedding schemes in mouse CNS tissue, train coworkers and collaborators on precision techniques - Extensively develop and optimized single and multiplex IHC, IF, ISH, and FISH assays for analysis of preclinical and clinical samples- Learn operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance for instrumentation including microtome, cryostat, coverslipper, autostainer, tissue processor, and automated slide preparation machinery - Maintain a comprehensive electronic notebook in accordance with company policy and laboratory standard practices

Cambridge, Massachusetts

- Performed routine Histology tasks including embedding, microtomy, H&E and special stains- Worked in CLIA, CAP, QSR, and NYS regulated laboratories, attended regular trainings to adhere to all GDP and GLP guidelines- Maintained precision and consistency in a fast-paced and high-throughput environment- Performed sample management, shipments, and quarterly reporting for pharmaceutical partners - Analyzed various tissue types and rare forms of cancer with on-site pathologists- Operated Aperio ImageScope, performed manual QC of scanned images and maintained physical slide filing system

Amherst, Massachusetts

Serve lunch to those to seek the aid of the survival center.Responsible for serving and clean-up in accordance with safe kitchen standards.Attend meetings discussing ways to improve the survival center and make it a safe place for all volunteers and participants.

Morrill Science Labs, Amherst, Massachusetts

Conduct research on the physiological effects of bird migration on Swainson's Thrushes.Dissect birds for organ tissue analysis.Prepare and fix tissues for immunohistochemistry.Analyze H&E stains to determine changes in tissue morphology.Use ImageJ software to quantify changes in tissue layers and structures in pectoralis and small intestine.Record and organize data collected.

Matagalpa, Nicaragua

Spent 5 weeks on an intensive Spanish and Culture learning course in Curridabat, Costa Rica, living with a host family and being immersed in the local culture Completed an 8-week internship with an educational center in Matagalpa, Nicaragua known as Las Hormiguitas. This organization is dedicated to bringing education to children in even the poorest regions of Matagalpa, while also providing a safe haven for children to come learn and complete their schoolwork surrounded by any supplies and teachers they may need. Personal duties and responsibilities included traveling with the mobile school and drafting lesson plans to teach classes in science, English, art, culture, and music to children of all ages. All lessons and interactions conducted in Spanish. http://www.lashormiguitas.es/

Marshfield, Ma

- Lead daily support groups for children diagnosed with cancer and other illnesses- Designed lesson plans and taught children valuable skills in farming and healthy eating - Planned and managed farm improvement projects and farm stand upkeep- Responsible for animal care- Coordinated and participated in events such as group yoga and educational scavenger hunts

Marshfield

Duties included canvassing, phone banking, and attending fundraising events while representing the Jim Cantwell campaign

Senior Captain of the Marshfield High School Mock Trial state finalists team during the 2011-2012 academic year; responsibilities included assigning roles to the team, leading weekly practices, and performing the role of the lead attorney in each trial competition. Received the Velvet Hammer award for excellence in Mock Trial, given only to outstanding female attorneys.

Plymouth, Massachusetts

- Handled paperwork for incoming and outgoing patients- Learned HIPAA privacy regulations- Assisted doctors and nurses performing tasks in the Emergency Room - Transported medical samples to and from the medical lab - Directed and transported patients throughout the hospital