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Las Vegas, NV, US

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Freelance bioinformatician with experience in- genome assembly and annotation- gene expression and gene regulation analysis - phylogenetics and gene evolution- protein structure and functional analysisAdditional skills- critically evaluating subject content and crafting testable hypothesis- experience in grant writing and project management- Access to.

As senior geneticist for PSI I utilize a variety of genetics tools and approaches for improving our understanding of shellfish biology and aquaculture. Projects proposals have included approaches such as:- Analyzing differential gene expression data to look for signs of stress and adaptation- Creating chromosome scale genome assemblies and annotations as a.

Wenatchee, Washington, United States

- Develop bioinformatic pipelines for analysis of genomic data- Design and implement protocols for pear tissue culture- Train new employees on workplace safety- keep lab chemical and consumable inventory and re-order when supplies are low- Perform routine molecular genetics workflows such as primer design, PCR, and gel electrophoresis

Walla Walla WA

Thesis title: Sequencing, Assembling, and Annotating the genome of the sea cucumber Apostichopus californicusUsed bioinformatics tools to - create genome assemblies and check their quality - generate gene models - functionally annotate the genome and identify genes of interest

Excursion Inlet, Alaska

- Trained on and supervised collection of commercial salmon catch and biological data in Excursion Inlet, Alaska- Fostered and Maintained a professional relationship with processing plant employees and fishermen- Collected biological samples and data such as fish scales, salmon heads for otolith extraction, fish species and length, tagged chinook, and pink.

- Lived and Worked on crab fishing vessels for extended periods of time- Collected biological data such as crab count, length, sex, health, and species found in crab pots- Developed and sustained professional working relationships with crew and captain- Maintained safe working conditions while out at sea

Alaska

• Collected marine organisms for aquarium display of the local aquatic diversity using SMURF, minnow traps, and beach seining.
• Supervised aquarium volunteers and aquarium operation including water chemistry testing, daily protein removal, feeding, and water changes.
• Assisted with fecal coliform collection, cell culture, eelgrass biomass monitoring, plankton analysis, and survey of Zostera marina and Zostera japonica distribution using GPS/GIS
• Collaborated and assisted with public education programs.

Deception Pass State Park

• Collaborated with other instructors and implemented new curriculum such as environmental games.
• Engaged kids ages 6-14 in outdoor activities such as tide pooling and games.
• Consulted with parents on scheduling and ensured students were properly outfitted.

Angwin California

Angwin California

Master Of Science - Ms, Biology

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Biology, General