JOANNE HO
778-000-0000
joanne.h@live.ca
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a lab technician position to contribute superior project and lab management skills in a reputable organization by bringing exceptional knowledge of conducting literature reviews, collecting and analyzing data and performing technical lab duties, with the eventual goal of leading a research project.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
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TECHNICAL PROJECTS
Purification of Various Recombinant Proteins
- Conducted numerous experiments to yield highly concentrated, soluble, monomeric proteins
- Quantified and analyzed the quality of the proteins with methods such as SDS-PAGE and western blot analysis before sending them off to collaborators
- Kept detailed observations and all experimental data and results in company’s database
Effects of Cold Stress and Oleic Acid Supplementation on mutated ER membrane protein MGA2
Link to Experimental Report PDF
- Composed an experiment to gather insight on the role of the unsaturated fatty acid’s effect on the overall growth of the protein under cold stress
- Quantitatively measured the amount of unsaturated fatty acid present in cell membrane using fluorescent microscope and ImageJ program; Qualitatively evaluated the amount of growth present in sample treatments by observing colony formations of streaked cultures
EDUCATION
University of British Columbia
Expected Graduation: May 2017
Bachelor of Science
4th year majoring in Biology
GPA: 3.7/4.0
WORK EXPERIENCE
Orthopaedics Research Department (Providence Health Care)
May 2016 – Present
Co-op Clinical Research Assistant (full time)
- Managed the largest orthopaedics study at the research office, consisting of over 800 subjects
- Interacted with patients and surgeons for research purposes
- Generated data analysis reports using the Microsoft Access database and Microsoft Excel
- Collaborated with web developers to build a web version of the database
January 2015 – August 2015
Co-op Lab Research Assistant (full time)
- Worked independently and as a team to ensure successful progression of experimental work
- Performed various lab tasks such as column purification, running SDS-PAGE gels, and making buffers
- Documented detailed observations and results of the experiment onto computer database
- Assisted in the training and guidance of new employees within the protein purification department
- Consistently maintained a clean and tidy work environment for smooth operation of laboratory work
Takeya Sushi Japanese Deli
December 2010 – January 2015
Hostess/Waitress (~5 hours/week)
- Selected by managers to be responsible for the operation of the cash register and to keep track of daily sales
- Provided consistent service to an endless number of customers in person and through the phone
- Worked collaboratively as a team to deliver quality foods to trusted customers
- Ensured customer satisfaction by regularly asking for feedback
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
October 2014 – Present
Volunteer Recreation Assistant
- Coordinated with recreational therapists in the organization and delivery of leisure activities to seniors
- Provided company and comfort to disabled seniors by listening attentively and conversing with them
Ackroyd Pharmacy
November 2011 – March 2013
Volunteer Pharmacy Assistant (~4 hours/week)
- Prepared, packaged, and labelled prescription medications in a solid, timely manner
- Organized prescriptions and inventory records in the computer database
- Trusted with keeping track of private patient information and medical records
References available upon request via email or phone.