Ross Diskin
Philadelphia, PA 19104
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Recent graduate looking to acquire an entry level position in a laboratory environment that would allow
the use of the experience I have gained while growing as both a scientist and a professional.
Education
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Science in Biology, June 2013
GPA: 3.41
Honors
Dean's Scholarship, Drexel University, 2009 to Present
Dean's List, Drexel University, 2011, 2012, 2013
Benson Outreach Scholarship, 2012
Skills
Laboratory: micropipetting, PCR, gel electrophoresis, cell culturing, centrifuging, flow cytometry
Computer: Matlab, R, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Experience
Bard Holding Inc., Morrisville, PA
Research and Development Technician, September 2011 to April 2012
• Monitored and completed maintenance of a pilot production plant for algae growth
• Established experiments and completed detailed experiment reports analyzing optimal algae growth and
lipid production
• Operated hemocytometer, vacuum oven, flo-cam, flow cytometer
• Worked well with a diverse group of colleagues
Hospital of University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Emergency Department Aide, September 2010 to June 2011
• Transport patients to CT scans and X-rays
• Retrieve blood for trauma victims
• Support emergency department staff
Hershey Entertainment and Resort, Hershey, PA
Team Leader, April 2005 to September 2010
• Trained new employees on standard procedures
• Delegated daily assignments to 30 employees
• Conducted employee evaluations
• Resolved special concerns of guests, including food allergies
• Processed cash transactions of up to $10,000/day
Activities
• Eight to the Bar: All Male A Capella Group, 2009 to 2013
• Drexel University Hunger and Homelessness Prevention Coalition 2012 to 2013
• Campus Representative for Kaplan 2012 to 2013