Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Reliable Research Professional with drive to learn. Creative problem solver with demonstrated ability to analyze information resulting in improved operations. I have always been interested in science from a young age. I remember catching insects with my brother for his boy scout insect collection and keeping frogs and box turtles as "pets." I was usually outside exploring with my cat. I hope to continue in the field for years to come.
Under the direction of Dr. Richard Caprioli and Dr. Jeremy Norris: The laboratory utilizes high throughput analytical techniques to rapidly detect cellular molecular changes. -Increased sample turnover by two-three fold by converting manual protocols to automated workflows -Developed a unified automation platform with collaborators for rapid sample preparation of peptides and metabolites in one day -Established subcellular fractionation proteomics protocol which can be completed in one day -Optimized Promega Prototype Rapid Trypsin/Lys-C to reduce protein digestion time from 16 hours to 45 minutes -Presented research at conferences and co-author on journal articles for publication -Utilized Thermo Orbitrap Fusion to run samples for the laboratory, collaborators, and graduate students -Trained colleagues to prepare samples and operate instruments -Optimized automated phosphopeptide enrichment protocol
Under the direction of Dr. W. Gray (Jay) Jerome: The laboratory applies quantitative microscopy and biochemistry to study the basic cell biology of atherosclerosis and thrombosis. -Independently designed, performed, analyzed, and recorded experiments -Consulted with vendors to obtain quotes, repair equipment, and learn about new products -Taught colleagues how to operate the inverted and upright fluorescence microscopes -Mentored four undergraduates throughout research projects to completion -Trained co-workers in contemporary laboratory techniques -Suggested and implemented DAPI stain to test for mycoplasma -Reorganized laboratory for efficiency and generated a reagent labeling system -Troubleshot, repaired, and calibrated equipment -Maintained biosafety level 2 and chemical safety guidelines for laboratory
Under the direction of Dr. Michelle Southard-Smith: The laboratory utilizes mouse models to study genetic mechanisms at play during development of the enteric nervous system and innervation of the urinary tract. -Genotyped mouse colonies -Assisted with dissections of mouse embryos to isolate neural crest cells for flow cytometry -Ordered and stocked inventory
Company produces private label health and beauty care products. -Assisted microbiology quality control laboratory team