Brittany Ferguson

abhq7e@r.postjobfree.com

Tel: 251-***-****

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Ambitious, goal oriented individual as exemplified by personal academic

success

Analytical thinker with a strong conceptual aptitude and a pro-active

decision making style; fully comfortable in highly visible and result-

driven environments;

Team leader with advanced skill set in organization, planning, and

execution;

Dedicated performer, exhibiting high ethical standards, impeccable

integrity, competence and confidence, underscored by a personal commitment

to outstanding professional and personal performance.

CAPABILITIES AND EXPERTISE

Data collection and statistical analysis

Polymerase Chain Reaction

Gel electrophoresis,

Genomic preparations and isolation

DNA sequencing

Oral presentations

Organization and development

Informed consent and debriefing

Ethics review

Volunteer/staff recruitment

Development of curriculum

Policy development

BACKGROUND EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant in the microbiology lab at the University of South

Alabama, Analyzing biodegradation pathways of local water bacterial species

for their ability to degrade pharmaceuticals and pollutants.

A member of the 'Fourth R' research team at the University of Western

Ontario, concentrating on comprehensive and integrated approaches for

helping schools and communities reduce violence and risk-taking among

youth. Interacting with the professional community regarding the design,

participation recruitment, data collection/analysis, and presentation of

results.

Spearheaded the development of the "All Kids Belong Program" in South

Western Ontario ensuring the registration and incorporation of

developmentally and physically handicapped/disabled children in before and

after school programs, including the active education of these disabilities

in the program curriculum-promoting awareness, education, acceptance, and

tolerance.

Insurance sales and marketing of home and auto policies. Proven producer

consistently

exceeding all regional corporately established sales goals.

VOLUNTEER WORK

ALS/Cancer society fundraising

Ronald McDonald house charities

Organization of the 'Party to keep Christmas alive' raising over $12,000

and in excess of 150 toys.

Wish granting for the Make A Wish Foundation of South Western Ontario as

well as fundraising and organization of the annual golf classic and fashion

show.

Coaching ice hockey

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

2009-Present-Research Assistant University of South Alabama-Microbiology

2006-2008-Fourth R research team University of Western Ontario

. 2004-2007-Elliot-Pearson Insurance broker

EDUCATION

The University of Western Ontario, 2008 BA Psychology.

BSc in Biology. Deans honors list.

FDA internship-PhD coursework, 2010.

AWARDS

First woman awarded the London Knights hockey scholarship in Canada

Deans honor list 2009

BA in psychology at the University of Western Ontario

Highest standing biology student 2008, University of Western Ontario

PERSONAL INTERESTS

Ice hockey, development of young athletes, charity work, and reading

REFERENCES UPON REQUEST

Contact this candidate