Jenny Onley Email & Phone Number

Emeryville, California, United States

My current research at JBEI focuses on developing and applying technologies for rapid characterization of biomass-active enzymes, i.e., enzymes that depolymerize lignin, cellulose, and hemicellulose. My job includes the following tasks:-Independently designing and executing experiments.-Collaborating with diverse teams across JBEI divisions (including microbiologists, chemists, biochemists, engineers, and plant biologists) and outside of JBEI (at the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research… Show more My current research at JBEI focuses on developing and applying technologies for rapid characterization of biomass-active enzymes, i.e., enzymes that depolymerize lignin, cellulose, and hemicellulose. My job includes the following tasks:-Independently designing and executing experiments.-Collaborating with diverse teams across JBEI divisions (including microbiologists, chemists, biochemists, engineers, and plant biologists) and outside of JBEI (at the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center).-Contributing to multiple projects simultaneously (droplet microfluidics, lignolytic enzyme characterization, and collaborations with other JBEI divisions).-Applying molecular probes and nanostructure-initiator mass spectrometry (NIMS) to characterize the enzymatic breakdown of lignocellulosic compounds.-Developing strong communication skills by giving oral presentations and posters at conferences -Tailoring presentations to broad audiences (non-biologists and non-scientists). Several presentations have included communication of other team members' work. Show less

Emeryville, California, United States

West Sacramento, Ca

• Designed experiments and maintained detailed experimental records to support new product development.• Reviewed primary literature and communicating information to colleagues.• Tested identification/antibiotic susceptibility instrumentation.• Identified microorganisms via high-throughput biochemical assays & MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry.• Developed standard work protocols.• Organized and analyzed phenotypic data for >1,000 microorganism isolates.• Trained peers on… Show more • Designed experiments and maintained detailed experimental records to support new product development.• Reviewed primary literature and communicating information to colleagues.• Tested identification/antibiotic susceptibility instrumentation.• Identified microorganisms via high-throughput biochemical assays & MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry.• Developed standard work protocols.• Organized and analyzed phenotypic data for >1,000 microorganism isolates.• Trained peers on MALDI-TOF MS and other laboratory techniques.• Did statistical analysis of data in JMP.• Analyzed data via writing high throughput computer scripts and utilizing Excel tools.• Applied business tools, including Visual Project Management, 5S, and Standard Work.• Skills Obtained: Project management, diverse microorganism cultivation, identification/antibiotic susceptibility testing of microorganisms, MALDI-TOF MS, JMP. Show less

Athens, Tn

Taught General Biology (B 180), Genetics (B 276), General Microbiology (B 264), Molecular Biology (B 464), and Seminar in Biology II (B 482) in class sizes ranging from seven to forty-five students. Instructed the laboratory sections for the all of the courses (except B 482). Supervised a team of four work study students in the preparation of lab reagents.

Knoxville, Tennessee Area

Responsible for summarizing literature, generating hypotheses, designing and implementing research, communicating results via posters, presentations, and manuscripts, training undergraduate and new graduate students, and maintaining lab equipment. For three semesters I taught the lab sections of undergraduate courses: Organization and Function of the Cell (BIOL 140, BIOL 148) and Allied Health Microbiology (MICR 210).

Spokane, Wa

Iowa City, Iowa

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Microbiology

Bachelor'S Degree, Biology