Galen Brennan

**** **** *** ** *******, WA *****

206-***-**** ac2lng@r.postjobfree.com

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College Education: Oberlin College, Oberlin OH, Class of 2017 Degrees: Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and Biochemistry with Honors Recognition College GPA: 3.94

High School Education: University Prep, Seattle WA, Class of 2013 Relevant Professional and Research Experience:

Honors Chemistry Research - Elrod Laboratory; Oberlin College, September 2016-July 2017

• Organic Synthesis

- Ran multi-step organic synthesis procedures, usually 2-5 steps.

- Used organic mechanistic analysis to set up procedures and to determine likely products from unexpected results.

- Extensive experience with phase extraction and final product isolation.

- 1H and 13C NMR analysis.

- Ran gas-phase synthetic procedures.

• Data Analysis

- Monitored synthetic results through NMR spectral analysis.

- Analyzed kinetic data from NMR peak integrations.

- Used rate-laws to determine lifetimes of reactions in various conditions.

• Laboratory Management

- Researched and reviewed protocols for new experimental procedures and to troubleshoot previously ran procedures.

- Read academic textbooks and previously published papers to gain general understanding of research goals.

- Reached out to other professors (with more organic chemistry experience) when procedures did not go as planned.

• Written and Verbal Presentation

- Wrote a 60 page thesis reporting my findings.

- Gave two 15 minute presentations of my work.

Community Outreach Intern - Neighborcare Health Columbia City Clinic, Seattle, June 2016-August 2016

• Daily Clinic Upkeep

- Kept patient room bulletin boards up-to-date with fliers for nearby events and health resources.

- Designed a lobby bulletin board with tips for healthy living, and kept it up-to-date with healthy recipes and at-home workouts.

- Worked with registered nurses to make sure they had relevant information (related to health resources) for their patients.

- Organized the delivery of children’s books for patient waiting rooms.

• Event Planning and Organization

- Attended weekly farmers markets and set up a tent to provide information about the clinic.

- Helped organize Neighborcare’s participation in the Rainier Valley Heritage Festival.

- Organized a book drive, sponsored by the Seattle Public Library, to give away new books to children visiting the clinic.

Research Intern - Baliga Laboratory; Institute for Systems Biology, Seattle, June 2015-August 2015

• Laboratory Work

- Ran numerous PCR protocols.

- Used absorption spectroscopy to monitor concentration of cells.

- Gained experience working in a private laboratory; learned laboratory etiquette, professionalism, and how to keep the larger goal in mind.

- Provided a brief presentation of my work to the head of the lab and his associate.

• Literature Research

- Read numerous research papers to determine DNA sequences that promote yeast flocculation.

- Used literature research to design a DNA sequence that strongly enhances flocculation. Other related laboratory experience:

• Analytical Chemistry Research - Thompson Laboratory; Oberlin College, February 2015 - May 2015

• Many college courses that offered me experience with laboratory instruments, such as LC-MS, GC- MS, calorimeters, IR spectrometer, and various spectrophotometers. Academic Awards and Recognitions:

Harry N. Holmes Prize, Oberlin College Chemistry Department, 2017 - Awarded to graduating chemistry majors in recognition of a high level of achievement in chemistry. Undergraduate Award in Physical Chemistry, Oberlin College Chemistry Department, 2017 - Sponsored by the American Chemical Society Division of Physical Chemistry and awarded to a senior who has achieved excellence in the field of physical chemistry.

Harrol and Virginia Baker Scholarship, Oberlin College Chemistry Department, 2016 - Awarded to an outstanding chemistry or biochemistry major in their third year. Frank Fanning Jewett Award, Oberlin College Chemistry Department, 2015 - Awarded to second year students for unusual promise in chemistry.

Member of the Oberlin College Chapters of Phi Beta Kappa and Sigma Xi John Fredrick Oberlin Scholarship, Oberlin College 2013-2017 - A four-year, $100,000 merit-based scholarship at Oberlin College.

Leadership Experience:

Captain of the Oberlin College Varsity Men’s Soccer Team, 2016 Student Ambassador for Incoming First-Years at Oberlin College, 2016 Oberlin Workshop and Learning Sessions (OWLS) Leader for CHEM 101, Fall 2016 Laboratory Teaching Assistant for Principles of Organic Chemistry (CHEM 205), Spring 2016 Athletic Achievements:

Andrews Family Award, Oberlin College Athletics Department, 2017 - Awarded to a senior athlete who best exemplifies dedication to academic and athletic excellence and has demonstrated leadership skills, strength of character, and loyalty to Oberlin Athletics.

College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) Academic All-American First Team, 2016 - One of eleven NCAA Division III soccer players chosen by the CoSIDA committee for academic and athletic excellence. References:

Matthew Elrod - Chemistry Professor at Oberlin College, Tel: 440-***-****, Email: ac2lng@r.postjobfree.com Rebecca Whelan - Chemistry Professor at Oberlin College, Tel: 440-***-****, Email: ac2lng@r.postjobfree.com Sheila Mendoza - Clinic Manager at Neighborcare Health Columbia City Clinic, Tel: 206-***-****, Email: ac2lng@r.postjobfree.com

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