Detail-oriented Research Assistant with hands-on experience performing administrative and laboratory work to advance research goals. Drives team success with expertise in data acquisition, analysis, and biological interpretation. Specialises in molecular biology and immunology.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Victoria University Of Wellington
02.2023 - Current
Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
Oriented and trained new laboratory students and assistants in techniques.
Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
Teaching Assistant
Victoria University Of Wellington
03.2020 - 12.2022
Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Maintained laboratory safety by demonstrating equipment and techniques.
Ophthalmic Technician
Bowen Eye Clinic
04.2021 - 03.2022
Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
Retail Sales Assistant
Farmers Trading Company
11.2016 - 03.2021
Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Laboratory Technician
Watercare Services
11.2019 - 02.2020
Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
Performed microbiological testing on a range of food and water samples.
Education
Master of Biomedical Science - Cell And Immunobiology
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ
01.2023
Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Molecular Pathology And Human Genetics
Victoria University of Wellington
Wellington, NZ
05.2021
NCEA -
Southland Boys' High School
Invercargill
12.2017
Skills
Research and Analysis
Laboratory Techniques
Complex Problem-Solving
Project Management
Time Management
Written Communication
Timeline
Research Assistant
Victoria University Of Wellington
02.2023 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician
Bowen Eye Clinic
04.2021 - 03.2022
Teaching Assistant
Victoria University Of Wellington
03.2020 - 12.2022
Laboratory Technician
Watercare Services
11.2019 - 02.2020
Retail Sales Assistant
Farmers Trading Company
11.2016 - 03.2021
Master of Biomedical Science - Cell And Immunobiology
Victoria University of Wellington
Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Molecular Pathology And Human Genetics
Victoria University of Wellington
NCEA -
Southland Boys' High School
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