Mark Bluemke
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RESUME PROFILE
BACHELORS IN NEUROSCIENCE, SEARCHING FOR A SALES/R&D
POSITION IN A GROWTH ORIENTED MEDICAL DEVICE COMPANY.
Having a strong foundation in R&D, along with valuable
experience and widespread contacts at University of
Minnesota, I will prove to be a valuable asset within
your company.
educational Experience and Skills acquired
University of Minnesota Minneapolis,
MN 2004-2006
Research Assistant, Vascular Biology Laboratory
Prepare chemical assays for circulation
Surgically prepare specimens, cannulate arteries and
veins to collect chemical assays after circulation
Obtain colorimetric measurements using
spectrophotometers and data analysis
Troubleshooting and revision of protocol with consult
of primary research coordinator
University of Minnesota Minneapolis,
MN 2005-2007
Research Assistant, The Visible Heart Laboratory,
Experimental Surgical Services
Assist in the surgical preparation of specimens and
isolate the desired organ(s), usually the heart
EKG analysis and correlation to protocol
University of Minnesota Minneapolis,
MN Fall 2007
Student, Neurobiology Laboratory
Stereotactically inject fluorescently labeled dextrans
in precise locations of the brain
Master the use of fluorescent and confocal microscopy
for data analysis
Veterans Affairs Medical Center Minneapolis, MN
2008
Research Assistant, Brain Sciences Center
Set electrical parameters to limit distortion and
maintain integrity of signal
Isolate subpopulation level and individual neuronal
signals
Correlate neuronal data to behavioral aspects of
task-specific performance
University of Minnesota Student Experience
Facilitated discussions and led presentations of peer
reviewed journal articles at the graduate level
Presented an original robotic design to recognize,
analyze, and react to specific neurobiological
properties
Presentation of scientific data in easy to read and
understand language for the non-scientific/non-medical
community
foundational coursework
Principles of Chemistry I and II
Human Physiology
Organic Chemistry I, II, and Lab
Cell Biology Calculus I and II
Physics I and II
Neuroscience: Molecules to Madness
Biochemistry
Neuroscience: Biology of Behavior
Neurobiology Lab
Biology-Molecular, Cell, and Development
Genetics
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience (graduate level)
Behavioral Neuroscience (graduate level)
industry knowledge and experience
Knowledge and practical experience of relevant topics include
Stem cells, stereotactic surgery, enzyme-substrate composition and
reaction, fine motor skills, gross anatomy and physiology, production of
handmade glass-pulled very fine tipped electrodes, simultaneous multi-
electrode recording, fluorescent and confocal microscopy, genetics,
clinical trials, medical terminology and definitions.