- Carrying out novel, high-throughput microbiome investigations on Zea mays- Determining further potential roles of the maize microbiome in Fusarium pathogenicity

- Worked with a PhD student and carried out a procedure to identify anti-Fusarium graminearum isolates in dual culture assay- Assisted in the collection, dissection and preservation of samples in a large-scale maize microbiology field trial

- Followed laboratory procedures in a GMP environment (compliant with FDA, Health Canada, and USP) - Recorded information in a GDP format, used LIMS system- Trained on: - media preparation and growth promotion - environmental monitoring (monitoring bioburden within production facility) - purified, potable and in-process water monitoring - water activity testing (for finished goods) - Followed mandated sampling schedule and communicated with co-workers to acquire samples as required - Responsible for adapting schedule and carrying out impromptu rush investigations- Co-ordinated the execution of a long-term project and facilitated the integration of various departmental requirements and interests

- Applied microbiological culturing and sterility techniques- Identification of microbial nitrogen biofertilizers with potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from corn

- Collected genetic samples of soybean tissue for DNA analysis for DOW’s soybean breeding program and carried out hand-cross pollination of soybean plants under field conditions- Planting of field trials and plot maintenance- Assisted in the inoculation and maintenance of a Sclerotinia sclerotiorum infection research plot- Assisted in the inoculation of pathogen resistance trials- Sorted samples accurate planting locations in a fast-paced environment following field maps- Operated company vehicles (defensive driver training)

- Developed a cataloguing system and subsequently described, itemized, and organized large quantities of historical documents, artifacts, and personal history items into long term storage- Created and organized exhibits for public display- Designed and presented interactive museum tours based on age of participants and attracted the patronage of a local summer camp

- Followed instructions and assisted with the installation and repair of furnaces, air conditioners and HVAC systems. - Worked in a variety of environments with industry-specific chemicals and equipment and various other hand and power tools.