Derrick E. Davis
Upland, CA 91786, ph: 626-***-****
email: **************@*******.***
Objective
To obtain a chemistry or microbiology related position in a professional environment that can provide a challenging and purposeful career.
Summary of Qualifications and Experience
• Currently focusing on assisting Laboratory Technologists and Microbiologists with routine microbiological assays including: heterotrophic pour plates, membrane filtration, biochemical analysis and multiple tube method
• Conduct routine Quality Assurance/Quality Control in a laboratory setting
• Cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment (autoclaves, pH meters, incubators, water baths and refrigerators)
• Utilize aseptic technique on a consistent basis
• Report data and results in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Working knowledge of general laboratory housekeeping and proper disposal of biological hazardous waste materials
• Maintain an understanding of the physical and chemical methods related to microbial growth and control
• Experience with biological buffers preparation
• Familiar with molecular procedures such as PCR and gel electrophoresis
• Skilled in microscope work
• Familiar with various chromatography techniques
• Proficient in media preparation and pH meter calibration
• Familiar with tissue culture techniques
• Comprehensive understanding of good laboratory practices
• Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) experience, academic
• Maintain an understanding of protein, DNA, and RNA purification/isolation techniques
Employment History
• Metropolitan Water District of Southern California: JUNE 2009-PRESENT
Cooperative Education Student – Treated Water Microbiology Team
• TACWorldwide: MAY 2004 to JAN 2005, Computer Technician (temporary contractor)
• United States Air Force: DEC 2000 to MAY 2004, Active Duty, 3C0X1 - Computer operator
Travis Air Force Base, Fairfield CA 94535
Education & Training
• BS Degree Biotechnology with an emphasis in Microbiology/Pathology, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (2007-2012) GPA 3.48
Undergraduate Research, Principle Investigator: Dr. Jill Adler
Type of research: In Vivo Combination Drug Therapy
References: Available upon request.