Harjot Athwal Email & Phone Number

Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

- Support of R&D laboratory operations- Interfacing with vendors and CROs- Coordination of experimental logistics- Execution of experimental SOPs to generate data- Documentation of scientific workflows & data summaries- Assistance on ad-hoc tasks for project leads (including project management and documentation)

London, Ontario, Canada

Studied the anticancer mechanisms of the polo-like kinase 4 (PLK4) inhibitor, CFI-400945 in combination with radiation in triple-negative breast cancerCo-supervised by Dr. Armen Parsyan (breast surgeon, clinician-scientist, assistant professor of surgery, oncology and anatomy and cell biology) and Dr. Alison Allan (senior oncology scientist, professor and chair of oncology and anatomy and cell biology)• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the biological mechanisms and treatment… Show more Studied the anticancer mechanisms of the polo-like kinase 4 (PLK4) inhibitor, CFI-400945 in combination with radiation in triple-negative breast cancerCo-supervised by Dr. Armen Parsyan (breast surgeon, clinician-scientist, assistant professor of surgery, oncology and anatomy and cell biology) and Dr. Alison Allan (senior oncology scientist, professor and chair of oncology and anatomy and cell biology)• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the biological mechanisms and treatment modalities of breast cancer, particularly in the metastatic setting.• Implemented literature review, experimental design, cell culture, primer design, RNA/protein isolation, RT-qPCR, Western blot, immunofluorescence, colony formation assays, flow cytometry and data analysis (GraphPad Prism, ImageJ) to assess mechanisms of anticancer effects of radiosensitizers in breast cancer.• Critically reviewed, criticized and discussed recent scientific literature in detail.• Communicated complex experimental findings at domestic and international conferences via poster or oral presentations to a diverse scientific audience.• Demonstrated exceptional and professional academic writing by curating a MSc thesis, first-author review paper and a second-author primary paper on the importance of investigating cell cycle aberrations in breast cancer• Provided mentorship and guidance to a first-year MSc student regarding coursework, presentations, and research as well as trained and supervised a junior trainee on experimental design, methodology, data analysis and scientific writing and communication Show less

London, Ontario, Canada

Course: Medical Science 4995E – Community-Engaged Learning and Research Skills in Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences • Applied the grading rubric and the characteristics of effective feedback to effectively mark up to one hundred written assignments, including literature review essays, scientific reports, reflections and e-portfolios. • Designed and delivered lessons on how to create and present a scientific poster to effectively communicate research findings. • Held office… Show more Course: Medical Science 4995E – Community-Engaged Learning and Research Skills in Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences • Applied the grading rubric and the characteristics of effective feedback to effectively mark up to one hundred written assignments, including literature review essays, scientific reports, reflections and e-portfolios. • Designed and delivered lessons on how to create and present a scientific poster to effectively communicate research findings. • Held office hours to provide students with effective feedback. Show less

London, Ontario, Canada

Course: Anatomy and Cell Biology 4461B – Translational Models of Cancer• Helped execute multiple tutorial sessions alongside the instructor for forty undergraduate students• Applied the grading rubric to effectively mark group oral presentations on the experimental design of cancer research

London, Ontario, Canada

Recruited new participants in the Pediatric and Adult Emergency Department at Victoria Hospital by building professional rapport, trust and respect with the patient/guardian in order to obtain informed consent.• Screened charts and liaised with healthcare providers to ensure patients are eligible for the study and followed up with previous participants.• Used REDCap to assure all clinical trial documentation was in order after recruiting new participants in the Pediatric and Adult… Show more Recruited new participants in the Pediatric and Adult Emergency Department at Victoria Hospital by building professional rapport, trust and respect with the patient/guardian in order to obtain informed consent.• Screened charts and liaised with healthcare providers to ensure patients are eligible for the study and followed up with previous participants.• Used REDCap to assure all clinical trial documentation was in order after recruiting new participants in the Pediatric and Adult Emergency Department at Victoria Hospital. Show less

London, Ontario, Canada

Course: Biochemistry 4486 - Cancer Biology Research ProjectConducted an independent fourth-year senior research project examining the effects of radiation therapy and CFI-400945 (PLK4 inhibitor) on activating cell death pathways in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer• Implemented literature review, cell culture, protein extraction, Western blot, and flow cytometry to examine differences in the activation of cell death pathways in single-agent and combination treatment.• Displayed… Show more Course: Biochemistry 4486 - Cancer Biology Research ProjectConducted an independent fourth-year senior research project examining the effects of radiation therapy and CFI-400945 (PLK4 inhibitor) on activating cell death pathways in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer• Implemented literature review, cell culture, protein extraction, Western blot, and flow cytometry to examine differences in the activation of cell death pathways in single-agent and combination treatment.• Displayed excellent organization, attention to detail and time management by maintaining a laboratory notebook. Show less

Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Worked in a modern analytical chemistry lab in Canada's largest freshwater research and support facility. • Efficiently extracted water samples by various techniques such as Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) and Liquid-Solvent Extraction• Successfully used modern techniques such as automated SPE and QuEChERS paired with instrumentation such as gas or liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry and high-resolution mass spectrometry • Effectively operated analytical… Show more Worked in a modern analytical chemistry lab in Canada's largest freshwater research and support facility. • Efficiently extracted water samples by various techniques such as Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) and Liquid-Solvent Extraction• Successfully used modern techniques such as automated SPE and QuEChERS paired with instrumentation such as gas or liquid chromatography with tandem mass spectrometry and high-resolution mass spectrometry • Effectively operated analytical equipment such as Rotovaps, Turbovaps, and automated SPE• Accurately prepared reagents, buffers and solutions following laboratory protocols• Accurately conducted tests following certified methods and operating procedure• Promptly reported and calculated results such as mean, standard deviation, % recovery, and %RSD (relative standard deviation) in Microsoft Excel• Input results into a national Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) with high efficiency • Investigated and performed literature searches to effectively support method development and research• Proficiently maintained and replenished chemical stores by contacting suppliers and placing purchase orders• Maintained equipment and temperature records for Quality Assurance purposes with high accuracy Show less

London, Canada Area

A research assistant in the hand and upper limb centre focused on aiding students and technologists with ongoing research projects to wound healing, while successfully following all lab regulations for health and safety. Gained in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques and equipment, such as pipette usage and cell counting.Other roles include: - Effectively used ImageJ to measure samples and maintain accurate laboratory records for reporting to superior- Cleaned and sterilized… Show more A research assistant in the hand and upper limb centre focused on aiding students and technologists with ongoing research projects to wound healing, while successfully following all lab regulations for health and safety. Gained in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques and equipment, such as pipette usage and cell counting.Other roles include: - Effectively used ImageJ to measure samples and maintain accurate laboratory records for reporting to superior- Cleaned and sterilized various laboratory equipment using autoclaves and appropriately dispose of waste- Efficiently collected human tissue from operating rooms and processed for primary cell derivation- Demonstrated human primary cell culture and passaging- Demonstrated patient confidentiality according to hospital policy Show less

Mississauga, Ontario

- Proficiently organized hundreds of company files which increased productivity- Effectively operated Lotus Notes to create, review, and approve company logos to be embroidered on uniforms - Utilized Batch Manager to efficiently scan invoices and customer agreements to send to the appropriate customer- Used Boston to efficiently input damages, replace and order uniforms - Matched invoices with their corresponding paper slips and packing orders

Brampton, Ontario

- Attracted customers by streamlining clothing articles on display in a presentable manner - Communicated with customers regarding merchandise and services to promote sales- Effectively maintained a clean and organized working environment while assisting customers with store inquiries to achieve customer satisfaction- Examined merchandise in stock room ensuring product safety and quality - Worked rotating shifts (evenings and weekends) during busy hours

Brampton, Ontario

- Effectively reviewed, organized, analyzed, and authorized data provided by customers, and identified any errors - Accurately operated a software system to enter data of goods to be transported - Maintained business emails with partners and associates

Master'S Degree, Anatomy And Cell Biology

Bachelor Of Medical Sciences, Honours Specialization In Biochemistry And Cancer Biology