Kori Kirby

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Munster, IN *****

Mobile: 219-***-****

acryzz@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Entry-level microbiologist position that develops innovative products through analytical research. Open to relocation.

Summary

Molecular biology research experience with Indiana University School of Medicine

High Distinction graduate with BS in Biology

Proficient with MS Office, Windows, and the scientific literature searches

Excellent time management skills with knowledge of data analysis and basic biological research techniques

Education

Bachelor of Science in Biology, December 2015

Minor in Anthropology

Indiana University- Bloomington, IN; Gary, IN

Graduated with High Distinction with a GPA of 3.76 on a 4.00 scale

Awarded Outstanding Senior Biology Student 2015

Founders Scholar Recipient 2013

Relevant Courses included:

Molecular Biology Bioanthropology

Microbiology Microbial Physiology Lab

Human Genetics Medical Microbiology

Organic Chemistry I, II Immunology

Experience

Biochemistry Research Assistant, November 2014-Present

Gupta Laboratory, Indiana University School of Medicine-Northwest, Gary, IN

Provided research support in cellular and molecular studies which were designed to determine the influence of innate immunity proteins on obesity and the metabolic syndrome

Identified specific genes relating to the microbiome using DNA extraction and sequencing techniques

Analyzed the results of low and high fat diets on phenotypic and genotypic levels

Designed experiments using techniques to measure energy absorption in a murine model

Microbiology Department Research Assistant, May 2013-August 2014

Indiana University, Bloomington, IN

Assisted in the Hardy Lab to investigate the virus-host interaction involving the Immune Deficiency Pathway of innate immunity upon Sindbus viral infection

Utilized QRT-PCR to identify and quantify effector molecules and other important signaling molecules

Manipulated Drosophila melanogaster for specific genes to use as a model system

Activities

Member, Beta Beta Beta National Honors Biological Society, 2014-2015

PAWS Chicago Intern, 2014

Fundraising Officer, Biology Club, 2013-2014

Secretary, IU Campus Girl Scouts, 2013-2014

Lead Volunteer, Top Box Foods, 2015

Volunteer, Alternative Spring Break Trip, New Orleans, LA, 2012 and 2014

Volunteer, Humane Society Calumet Area, 2008-2010

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