Jennifer Mitchell

**** ********* *** * • Minneapolis, MN 55408

612-***-**** • acara4@r.postjobfree.com

Education

University of Minnesota- College of Biological Sciences, Minneapolis, MN

Bachelor of Science expected, December 2013

Major Biochemistry, Minor Neuroscience

GPA: 3.219/4.00

Awards: College of Biological Sciences Dean’s List

Study Abroad: University of Cape Town, South Africa

Related Coursework

Biochemistry I and II; Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry; Human Neuroanatomy; Physical Biochemistry; Statistical

Analysis; Genetics; Microbiology Laboratory; Cell Biology; Organic Chemistry I and II; Organic Laboratory

Professional Experience

DiaSorin Inc., Stillwater, MN

Product Development Intern, Summer 2013

Designed and performed immunodiagnostic experiments under the direction of the project leader in the development of new

products. Performed validation assay testing including: precision, sensitivity, method comparison, reference ranging, and stability

studies. Maintained laboratory equipment, preventative maintenance, and calibration in compliance with DiaSorin procedures.

Department of Biochemistry, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

Teaching Assistant, 2013 – Present

Assist undergraduate students enrolled in Biochemistry II: Molecular Mechanisms of Signal Transduction and Gene Expression.

Hold office hours weekly to assist students, answer questions, and expand upon ideas taught in class. Conduct review sessions and

prepare supplementary review material. Collect and grade all assignments.

Directed Studies Research, 2013 – Present

Conduct research and write a paper on a selected topic within Biochemistry under the supervision of Professor Dennis Livingston.

Les Bolstad, University of Minnesota, Golf Course, St. Paul, MN

Pro Shop Attendant, 2010 – 2012

Pro Shop cashier attendant: scheduled tee times, opened and closed shop, stocked shelves with merchandise, assisted with group

functions, and responded to customer complaints and ensured customer’s needs were met and exceeded. Conducted ranger duties

and served as beverage cart attendant.

LaserMark Inc., Eagan, MN

Production Worker, 2006 – Present

Printed ID cards, folded and inserted into envelopes, and mailed preparation to members. Assembled welcome kits for new

members. Ran plastic card manufacturing machine. Assisted in shipping and receiving for warehouse materials.

Volunteer and Extracurricular Activities

SHAWCO, Cape Town, South Africa

Education Volunteer, 2012

Provided tutoring within physical sciences and math to underprivileged children in the townships of Cape Town. Provided

students living in impoverished towns with a space dedicated and committed to development and learning.

United Hospital, St. Paul, MN

Volunteer Services, 2010 – 2012

Provided service to patients and guests by providing hand massages, beverages, entertainment, escorting throughout hospital, and

ensuring comfort of patients and guests. Organized and facilitated delivery of prescriptions from the pharmacy to doctors.

People to People Student Ambassador, Summer 2008

Traveled to Washington D.C., Greece, Italy, Austria, and Germany to learn about other cultures and experience different lifestyles.

Represented the United States as a Student Ambassador and bridged the cultural gap between young adults.

Biochemistry Club, 2010 – Present

Intramural Broomball, 2010 – Present, Head Coach

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