St. Paul, MN *****
Cell - 651-***-****
ac12j1@r.postjobfree.com
David Lee Deetz
Objective
Entry-level professional position in biomedical or related area, with emphasis on use of human factors/ergonomics and of usability/human-centered design methods and applications for purposes of refining health-care technology and operations to improve systems quality, efficiency and patient care outcomes.
Experience
Microbiology Lab Technician
Eurofins Microbiology
Mounds View, MN
April 2017-August 2017
Received and inspected samples to ensure they were delivered properly
Entered 50-100 sample information per hour into LIMS to ensure proper test were conducted.
Weighing and enchrinching of samples for testing
Analyze results and report them in a timely manner
Calibrating and maintaining lab instruments and equipment
Preparing cell cultures and media for tests
Preparing environmental and test controls to insure of no environmental contamination.
Adhere to quality measures set by ISO/IEC 17025
Teaching new technicians to ensure that proper procedures are followed.
R&D Research Associate
University of Minnesota
Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
Saint Paul, MN
May 2016-December 2016
Assist with primer and probe dilutions, locating RNA samples for testing
Prepared master mix for real time RT-PCR assays
Researched and developed tests to improve detection levels compared to current methods.
Conducted tests on clinical samples with new in-house tests
Collect and analyze data from tests and presented them to department heads.
Preparing environmental and test controls to insure of no environmental contamination.
Sales Associate
Banana Republic
Roseville, MN
September 2015-May 2016
Help customer select and choose products and provided excellent customer service
Unloaded shipments of product to store
Managed inventory of products
Processed/prepared shipment of customers’ online orders
Contract Clinical Pharmacy Technician
Prime Therapeutics
Edina, MN
January-June 2015
Evaluated Medicare Part D coverage based on designated criteria.
Contacted Physicians/Pharmacies to obtain missing information needed to complete reviews.
Reviewed patient information to ensure that correct information was entered into the system.
Human Factors Intern
Ativa Medical
St. Paul, MN
July – August 2013
Researched and summarized FDA/ANSI 6236 regulations for medical devices.
Completed comprehensive usability analysis and heuristic analysis on the operation of prototype blood analyzers.
Sales Associate / Manager On Duty
Macy’s
Roseville, MN
July 2005 – February 2015
Oversaw front-of-house operations to ensure customer satisfaction
Ensured that closing and opening tasks were carried out correctly.
Ensured that all earnings were deposited correctly.
Managed and performed the closing and opening tasks of the restaurant.
Prepared food and delivered excellent customer services.
Effectively managed and addressed customer concerns.
Lab Assistant
EMS Consulting
Vadnais Heights, MN
April 2005 – August 2009
Performed tests with wind tunnels to assess laminar air flow on skylights.
Compiled data, interpreted results, and presented summary of findings.
Maintained lab equipment to ensure accurate measurements.
Assisted with additional lab tests when necessary.
Researched U.S. patents for relevant information.
Education
Master’s Degree
Major: Human Factors/Ergonomics
University of Minnesota
Courses completed:
DES 8151 Product Development
DES 8181 Research Ethics
CSCI 8115 HCI & UI Technology
HUMF 5001 Foundations in Human Factors and Ergonomics
KIN 5505 Human Centered Design Principles and Applications
PSY 5031W Perception
PSY 5064 Brain and Emotion
PSY 8815 Analysis of Psychological Data
STAT 5021 Statistical Analysis
WRIT 4501 Usability Testing
GPA: 3.8
Graduation Date: December 2016
Bachelor of Arts Degree
Major: History
May 2011
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
Additional Skills
Familiarity with Human Factors/Ergonomics methods: job analysis; ergonomic design of tools, work stations, jobs, and complex sociotechnical systems
Familiarity with human-centered design/usability analysis of products, software interfaces and built environments
Knowledge of FDA guidelines for applying human factors to medical devices.
Basic Java programming
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, and R Studio
Familiarity working in various lab settings such as usability, bio-medical, blood, wet, wind tunnel, and stress testing labs.
Extensive knowledge of the physical components and operating systems of computers
Interests
Ergonomic/human factors methods & applications, computers, weightlifting, running, crossfit, reading (fantasy, sci-fi, mystery, thrillers, technical), and Tae Kwon Do