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Summary of qualifications
Molecular biologist with 8 years of experience in scientific research. Strong an
alytical, organizational and mentoring skills. Accurate and detailed record-keep
ing. Looking for a position with and emphasis on molecular biology and microbiol
ogy research.
Molecular Biology and Microbiology
* Expertise with modern techniques in molecular biology like:
DNA/RNA extraction Cloning
PCR, Q-PCR Ribotyping
cDNA library Sequencing
RLB Hybridization Assay Agarose Gel Electrophoresis
* Proficient at working in BSL1-2 level environment.
* Expertise in in vitro growth of cell cultures using enriched or selective medi
a in aerobic and anaerobic conditions.
* Colony isolation and growth, Inoculation and Incubation, Cell culture, Aseptic
technique.
Education
Master of Science. Entomology Department, University of Massachusetts, Amherst,
MA (2008)
Bachelor of Science. Molecular Biology and Genetics, Bogazici University, Istanb
ul, Turkey (2001)
Experience
Research Associate - Medical Center, University of Michigan (2008-present)
o Responsible for the creation of a 6000-sequence database using 16S rDNA clone
library approach to assess the diversity of microbial community in mouse intesti
nal tissue.
o Organization and archiving of hundreds of samples from human patients screened
for the presence of Clostridium difficile strains using anaerobic microbiology
and molecular biology methods.
o Follows literature relevant to the ongoing projects. Attendance of weekly meet
ings and reports.
o Mentor of undergraduate and graduate students in a laboratory setting.
o In charge of writing and updating SOP's to improve the efficiency of laborator
y processes.