Optimized processing parameters to successfully lyophilize and cryogenically mill placental tissues and generate prototypes while maintaining and troubleshooting equipment

Collaborated across departments and conducted interviews to write an “R&D Intern Handbook” for future use

Conducted and maintained detailed digital records of 43 experiments during prototype development

Presented experimental findings technically to the R&D department, summarized findings to the entire company, and authored an abstract and poster that was presented at the Materials Research Society Fall Meeting and Exhibit

Aided in research in the field of synthetic biology with a focus on cell-free protein synthesis

Maintained equipment sterility and laboratory cleanliness by performing necessary tasks such as running the autoclave, bleaching completed cultures, and foiling and baking glassware

Aided graduate students’ research by making media, pouring plates, culturing cells, performing SDS-PAGE protocols, running PCR and gel electrophoresis among various other tasks while practicing sterile technique

Accurately and efficiently entered patient information into company’s database

Efficiently processed dozens of pap smear vials daily using machinery while maintaining laboratory cleanliness

Regularly performed routine equipment maintenance, accessioned samples, and organized slides