• Operate automated liquid handlers (ALHs) and follow Standard Operating Protocols (SOPs) to prepare assays• Prepare and bottle various reagents used for production and molecular biology procedures• Perform serial dilutions • Complete proper production documentation• Review and revise SOPs to optimize production efficiency; write new SOPs• Analyze optical density data for quality control checks of product before final production• Label and package products in preparation for shipping

• Instruct multiple groups of 15-20 undergraduate students about molecular biology techniques and proper lab practices through a semester-long DNA sequencing project• Monitor and assist students while they perform protocols, including gDNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, ligation, bacterial transformation, restriction enzyme digest, and nucleic acid purification • Design and present pre-lab lectures that detail the logic behind the experiments that the students will perform• Engage with students and faculty regularly, via in-person instruction/meetings and email communication • Attend biweekly meetings to review lessons plans; receive and provide feedback for effective teaching methods• Culture an inclusive and productive learning environment, encouraging students to think critically in a lab setting

• Synthesized, purified, and processed custom oligonucleotides for distribution according to the customer order • Operated automated liquid handlers on a daily basis• Ensured the transfer of final products into the proper container type with proper labeling before shipping• Contributed to and supported an efficient manufacturing environment by communicating with all levels of peers and management• Followed Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices • Performed lab cleaning and decontamination protocols

Genetic mapping of agronomically beneficial traits expressed in Salvia hispanica L. (Chia).• Optimized protocols and conducted molecular genetics lab procedures such as DNA and RNA extraction.• Read and interpreted DNA sequences.• Utilized computational methods to interpret data involving quantitative traits.• Used genetic mapping to correlate the desired traits in Chia with genomic sequences.Leaf chemical profiling of two Fabiana species and their F1 hybrids.• Analyzed chemical profiling data from LC-MS/MS.

• Graded general chemistry student lab submissions and provide written feedback on student work• Worked closely with a faculty member to ensure that grading is done efficiently and effectively

• Participated in the truck unload and stocking processes • Provided a fast and friendly check out experience• Executed cash handling to standards• Engaged customers on benefits of Rewards and completed enrollments• Completed merchandise recovery and maintenance to include the merchandise return/go back process• Acknowledged customers, helped locate product and provided solutions• Interacted with others in an accepting and respectful manner; remained positive and respectful, even in difficult situations; promoted commitment to the organization’s vision and values; projected a positive image and served as a role model for others