Nicole Benjamin Email & Phone Number

Burlington, Ma, Us

Durham, New Hampshire, United States

Durham, New Hampshire, United States

I tutor 'Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology,' 'Principles of Genetics' and 'Biochemistry' at the University of New Hampshire

Burlington, Massachusetts, United States

• Operated, maintained, and monitored bioreactors and shake flasks for transfection of suspension cells • Designed and tested AAV plasmids to optimize viral titer production • Analyzed and collected cell culture data, including monitoring cell growth, viability, metabolic activity, and viral titer. • Utilized bioinformatics and biostatistics for data analysis and interpretation

Durham, New Hampshire, United States

• Assisted 50 life science first year residents with transitioning to college along with providing academic and career advice• Facilitated the resolution of conflicts between individuals through mediated conversations and critical thinking• Planned and promoted engaging and educational social programming for residents while implemented dorm policies • Preformed administrative duties: budgeting, incident forms, maintenance requests, bulletin board• Collaborated with other residential assistants to promote an inclusive environment from students of different backgrounds • Dedicated 20+ hours a week to serve residents and administrative tasks in addition to a full academic course load

Durham, New Hampshire, United States

• Researched Protein S-acyltransferases (PATs) in Arabidopsis thaliana using CRISPR technology• Extracted and analyzed DNA from CRISPR-modified plants to identify and characterize mutations• Isolated and extracted RNA from plant tissue and converted transcript to cDNA to identify phenotypes• Screened mutant pollen for phenotypic differences through pollen assays and germination experiments

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

• Researched potential molecular therapeutic targets for Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)• Utilized prime editing and base editing to induce mutations in both bacteria and mammalian cells• Maintained and performed daily cell culture of Schwann Cells, including passaging of cell lines, viable cell counting, gDNA extraction and cryopreservation of cell lines

Woburn, Massachusetts, United States

• Provided one-on-one support for elementary school students in special education • Implemented individual classroom assignments based off each student’s IEP needs• Collaborated with staff to create engaging and inclusive activities for the children

Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States

• Provided thorough and friendly service to hundreds of customers in a fast-paced environment • Managed transactions with EBT Cards, Credit Cards, Debit Cards, E-Wic, and checks • Addressed and resolved costumer complaints in a quick and understanding manner

Master Of Science - Ms, Molecular And Cellular Biotechnology

An accelerated masters program that allows me to increase my knowledge and skills in a variety of biotechnology disciplines.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Genetics, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Forensic minor, Undergraduate research assistant, residential assistant, Sophomore Leadership Network.

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