• Designed and organized timeline and execution of multiple research projects simultaneously • Conducted metallographic analysis of orthopedic implant alloys, including microscopic characterization of microstructure, elemental makeup, and additive identification with consideration of ASTM standards • Performed light microscopy and SEM analysis of biological specimens, including inflammatory reaction scoring, particle identification, and microscopic point counting• Led a team of research professionals, technicians, and students and oversaw their contributions to complete projects for more than 10 publications and grant submissions • Effectively communicated research findings to PI, interdepartmentally, and through peer-reviewed publication and symposium presentations• Prepared specimens for histological evaluation, including tissue sectioning, mounting, H&E & IHC staining• Collaborated with multiple laboratories, including the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center, to enhance the scope of research projects• Conducted interviews and facilitated onboarding for 8+ new employees, graduate students, and interns• Served as a mentor for four incoming PhD students to provide guidance for their first year of graduate school

• Managed daily laboratory activities and inventory• Maintained databases for organization of study groups and a vast orthopedic hardware repository• Maintained all laboratory equipment through routine maintenance and developing instrument usage protocols• Independently performed post-mortem retrievals of orthopedic implants and human tissue samples• Managed animal and human medical and experimental records• Assisted in pre-clinical animal surgeries, and independently performed necropsies• Assessed implant wear with a non-contact coordinate measuring machine• Coordinated and supervised loans of biological and orthopedic specimens to outside research laboratories

• Oversaw daily laboratory activities and inventory• Maintained databases for organization of study groups and a vast orthopedic hardware repository• Assisted in post-mortem retrievals of orthopedic implants and human tissue samples• Performed histologic examination of bone specimens for pre-clinical trials• Managed animal and human medical and experimental records• Assisted in pre-clinical animal surgeries, and independently performed necropsies

• Analyze microscopic samples to identify presence of parasites and ova• Use knowledge of parasites that affect multiple species to correctly identify infections for treatment

• Provided writing assistance to peers across different disciplines to enhance their writing proficiency