Research Associate Resume
Evotec, San Francisco, CA
Aug. – Present Associate Scientist
- Planned and executed time-sensitive projects by working closely with the Compound Management Senior Engineer and the Operations Team
- Managed the receipt and processing of samples into a high-throughput, quality controlled process
- Plated and reformatted over K compounds yearly [annualized], including samples for the US NIH’s Molecular Libraries Small Molecule Repository and the US National Cancer Institute
- Improved operational efficiency with the creation and maintenance of the Operations and Equipment schedules
- Maintained records for Quality Control processes and validation of liquid handling instruments
- Partnered with Project Management and Shipping/Receiving teams to ensure that client commit dates for shipments were met
- Trained new employees in the use of laboratory equipment [FlexiWeigh, SIAS, TECAN, UNIstore]; custom web-based corporate systems; and, standard operating procedures and protocols
- Established a skills set and a reputation as the \"go to person\" for the Compound Management Department
Chesapeake Public Schools, Chesapeake, VA
Sep. – May Substitute Teacher
- Provided instruction for students when teachers were out of the classroom due to emergencies and/or planned absences
- Implemented teaching programs established by regular teachers; prepared lessons when required
- Completed appropriate reporting forms for subject teachers and academic supervisors
- Respected the confidentiality of personal information
- Fostered a safe, positive and supportive learning environment
Hertford County Early College High School, Ahoskie, NC
Aug. – Aug. Lead Science Teacher
- Designed labs that aligned with Standard Course of Study for high school students
- Created assessments that mirrored North Carolina’s End of Course Exams
- Partnered with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary enrichment activities in Mathematics
- Scheduled field trips and follow-up activities to reinforce Standard Course of Study
- Developed and implemented lessons that utilized hands-on activities as well as technology
- Utilized different instructional methods to meet the varied learning styles of students
- Executed all classroom duties including: daily lesson plans, grading practices, adhering to federal and state regulations with regard to IEP modifications, and translation of daily notes
- Established a communications management plan to address the information requirements of parents
- Created a learning environment based on communication, trust, and shared expectations
Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA
Feb. – Aug. Laboratory Assistant
- Provided maintenance and care of aquariums
- Collected, stored, and analyzed hormone samples from female fish
- Provided assistance in the videotaping of male fish behavior in response to female hormones
- Analyzed and documented fish behavior
- Maintained experimental records
