Catherine Nazareth

**** ********* ******** ***********, **. L5L 4E4

Phone: 226-***-**** E-Mail: acgioy@r.postjobfree.com

Skills

Conducting PCR Experienced conducting field research

Isolating and purifying DNA, RNA, and protein Very familiar with regular laboratory instrumentation

Gel electrophoresis Ability to write clear and detailed lab notes and reports

Isolating, growing, and maintaining cell cultures Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

SDS-PAGE Some experience programing and using Dr. Racket and R

Gas chromatography Excellent communication and time management

Education

University of Waterloo, Waterloo ON 2009 - 2014

Bachelor of Science in Honours Biology, Co-operative Program

Experience

Molecular Biology Research Technician, Public Health Agency of Canada, Lethbridge, AB Jan – Aug 2013

Collaborated on a research project with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to study the relationship between

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Campylobacter strains isolated from retail sources and various clinical outbreaks in the Atlantic provinces

Conducted regular experiments involving growing and maintaining bacterial cultures, PCR, and DNA extraction for

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the Comparative Genomic Fingerprinting of Campylobacter

Used QIAxcel machines, spectrophotometers, and regular laboratory equipment frequently throughout my research

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Analyzed the results of my research using the statistical software R and presented the results to colleagues and

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supervisors

Horticultural Laboratory Assistant, Gro-Bark Ontario Ltd., Milton ON May – Aug 2012

Involved in designing and conducting a trial that focused on improving the performance of a soilless media product

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for the application of vegetable growth

Compiled a report that discussed the trial, its results, and provided product recommendations

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Researched porosity testing and wrote a report outlining the accurate procedure for carrying out such tests and

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interpreting their results

Conducted regular quality assurance tests to ensure that the products met specifications

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Maintained good customer relationships during regular visits to conduct in-field testing of Gro-Bark products

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Performed research on the identification of plant pathogens and provided customers with information about

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treatment options

Research Assistant, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Harrow, ON Sept – Dec 2011

Involved in the experimentation of the effects of new energy conservation techniques on ornamental crop production

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Collected, compiled, and analyzed data from the experiment to write a research paper

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Collaborated with co-workers and resolved a wire interference problem using an insulator

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LabWrench Researcher and Editor, LabX, Midland, ON Jan – Apr 2011

Conducted research and data entry on various types of lab equipment for LabWrench.com

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Assisted in creating a gas chromatography system purchasing guide for Lab Manager Magazine

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Created a report with suggestions for categories on LabWrench which needed to be updated

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Activities & Interests

Volunteered at the University of Waterloo food bank over some school terms

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Tutored grade 12 students in biology

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Enjoy reading, playing the guitar, rock climbing, hiking, camping and travelling

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