Skills Profile

Technical writing

Research

Scientific procedures

Training

Data collection and analysis

Survey and fieldwork

GIS/GPS experience

Species identification

Experimental design

Detail oriented

Scientific Techniques

Lab notebook management

Education

Bachelors of Science in Biology, May 2012

Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA

Specialization: Research

Professional Experience

January 2013 – Present

Laboratory Technician III, Myriad Genetics – Salt Lake City, UT

Extract, prepare, amplify, and analyze human DNA samples identifying the mutation in the human genome to diagnose a patients risk for cancer via Sanger and Next Generation Sequencing processes.

Formulate and apply process improvement strategies to improve quality and efficiency

Train employees on new and updated laboratory techniques

Write and review SOPs being used in everyday laboratory procedures

QC lab instruments to ensure they are working to give the highest quality results

Prioritize lab responsibilities and roles in order to maximize efficiency

May 2012 – November 2012

Research Associate, Americorps (Great Basin Institute) – Reno, NV

Worked closely with the US Forest Service to survey, map, and treat invasive weeds in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

May 2009 – May 2012

Research Assistant, Biology (Gonzaga University) - Spokane, WA

Researched and designed experiments pertaining to the following subjects:

oFeeding strategies of two-spot lady beetles

oInvasion of the Multi-coloured Asian Ladybeetle

oDifferences in phenotypes of the invasive weed Dalmatian toadflax in urban and rural areas

January 2012 – May 2012

Student Teacher, Science in Action (Gonzaga University) - Spokane, WA

Taught a second grade class the importance science in everyday life

Selected Publications

Moore MP, Burt CR, Whitney TD, Hastings SA, Chang GC. 2012. Does social feeding improve larval survival of the two-spotted lady beetle, Adalia bipunctata? Journal of Insect Science 12:101. Available online: http://www.insectscience.org/12.101

Presentation of Research

Presented research pertaining to the phenotypic plasticity of Dalmatian toadflax at the 76th annual Ecological Society of America meeting; Austin, TX; August 2011

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