NICOLE M. WHITCRAFT

Barnegat, New Jersey *****

609-***-****/609-***-****

Email: ace24x@r.postjobfree.com

Skillful, dedicated, proven, and well-educated individual striving to

continue her career in the Biotechnology Industry.

PROFILE

. 7 years of microbiology, chemistry and biotechnology

experience in a central research support core facility with

thousands of users

. Extensive knowledge using chemical/biochemical equipment,

related protocols, and QC methods: membrane filtration,

purification, PCR, RT-PCR, biological markers and

standards. Excellent benchtop skills in pipetting, sterile

technique, and QA

. Expert ability to perform manual chemical techniques on

DNA, RNA and protein samples and products reliably and

efficiently

. Knowledge in Human Genetics and Bioinformatics

. Expertise in DNA sequencing data analysis and PCR primer

design

. Knowledge and training in procedures including sample

handling, disinfection, and avoidance of

contamination/bioburden

. Excellent computer skills with Windows and MacOS

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

2004 to 2011 Biomolecular Research Associate

The Research Corporation of University of Hawaii, Honolulu,

HI

. Performed automated DNA sequencing, genotyping and analysis

using Applied Biosystems 3130xl Genetic Analyzer

(capillary) and 377 (gel-based) machines, with appropriate

genetic analysis software

. Performed DNA microarray analysis using Affymetrix Genechip

technology for analysis of commercially available GeneChip

expression arrays

. Performed real-time PCR analysis using the Bio-Rad iCycler

IQ for DNA quantitation and gene expression analysis

. Performed Agilent Bioanalyzer tests for DNA, RNA and

Protein sizing and integrity analysis using Lab-On-A-Chip

technology

. Performed biotechnology/molecular biology synthetic and

analytical procedures and manual chemical techniques

including extraction and purification

. Managed analysis team as an integral member by working with

researchers at the University of Hawaii, private companies

and government agencies

. Prepared reports, compiled and analyzed massive amounts of

data, maintained job records, expertly communicated results

to colleagues and supervisors

EDUCATION

Hawaii Pacific University, Honolulu, HI

Bachelor of Science in Pre-Medical Studies, 2004

COMPUTER SKILLS AND AWARDS

. Knowledge with Human Mutation Databases and Genome Browsers

. MS Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, QuickBooks Pro, Mac OS

. American Chemical Society-Hawaii Section Certificate of

Appreciation, 4/09

RELATED COURSEWORK

Organic Chemistry I & II, Physics I & II, Biochemistry,

Genetics, Calculus I & II, Bioinformatics of Infectious

Diseases

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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