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Pullman, Wa, Us

Pullman, Washington, United States

Pullman, Washington, United States

- Design and run experiments investigating genetic resistance to fungal pathogens in barley. - Cloning and molecular characterization of the first resistance gene identified in the barley-net blotch pathosystem. - Design, launching, and validation of the Washington State Malt Quality Lab. - Optimization of high throughput colorimetric assays (Gallery Analyzer).- Organizing and performing preventative maintenance for WMQL equipment. - Manage laboratory purchases, invoicing, shipments, and grant burndown.- Ordering and maintenance of consumables and laboratory equipment.- Assisting with barley breeding program.- Coordinating greenhouse, laboratory, and field work efforts as well as travel plans and accommodations for lab members. - Writing scientific manuscripts and book chapters.- Presentation of findings via poster and oral presentations.

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

- Design and run research projects centered on genetic resistance to fungal pathogens in barley. - Design and run experiments investigating the effects of engineered nanomaterials on barley physiology. - Write scientific manuscripts, book chapters, and present data via poster and oral presentations.- Train undergraduate researchers and other graduate students on laboratory assays and equipment. - Assist with library preparation and operation of Ion Torrent Next Generation Sequencing platform.

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

- Perform quality testing of raw, interim, and packaged milk products. - Inspection and release of filling and packaging equipment.- Ensure compliance with regulatory networks.- Maintenance and calibrations of quality lab equipment.

Fargo, North Dakota Area

- Execution of production lots beginning beginning at kick-off planning through shipment of final product to clients. - Recording batch records using Good Documentation Practices (GDP).- Coordinating with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Metrology and other Production personnel to insure productions lots are completed in a timely matter. - Managing raw material inventories. - Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA) planning and execution. - Working with research and development personnel to develop and optimize new processes. - Aid with technology transfer. - Calibration of spectrophotometers and other laboratory equipment. - Development of final material inventory tracking system. - Writing and editing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and forms.

Fargo, North Dakota

- Perform DNA extraction and PCR analysis on serum and tissue samples from a variety of organisms, including humans. - Develop an immunoassay for detection of Torque Teno Virus capsid proteins. - Develop a method for generation of recombinant Torque Teno Virus using its three open reading frames. - Analyze data and write manuscripts. - Maintain animal cell cultures. - Generate presentations and give one hour talks at various scientific conferences.- North Dakota Academy of Sciences Annual Conference - Runner-Up Presenter 2014.

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

- Assisted with the design and application of a TaqMan probe based qPCR system for the detection and quantification of Listeria monocytogenes in vegetable field soil samples. - Assisted with GIS mapping of disease outbreak "hotspots" in vegetable fields.

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

- Assisted with designing and running microbiology laboratory experiments. - Instructed students on laboratory assays, proper aseptic technique, appropriate laboratory practice. - Grading of student papers and exams.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, 4.0

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Microbiology, General, 3.6

Activities and Societies: Teacher's Assistant, Undergraduate Research Assistant, Biotechnology and Microbiology Club Member, Dean's list 5.

High School Diploma, 4.0

- Valedictorian - Class of 2008. - Three sport varsity athlete. - North Dakota State High Jump Champion - 2008. - North Dakota West Region.