BENJAMIN DIEDRING ***** Stoneoak Ct., Fort Wayne, Indiana
206-***-**** **********@*****.***
Seeking a challenging laboratory position with a progressive, growth-oriented organization which
allows me to execute my practical knowledge and clinical skills to serve as an effective leader.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
May 2013; Goshen College - Goshen, Indiana
- NAIA All American Scholar Athlete
- Coursework: general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular cell biology, physics, calculus,
and introduction to research problems.
EXPERIENCE
Secondary Science Teacher Abundant Life Christian School, Gracias, Honduras; August 2013 - Present
- Currently an educator of the biological and physical sciences at a private bilingual school.
- Orchestrated a school-wide science fair for students in the 7th through 12th grade in order to gain a
deeper understanding of the scientific method.
- Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student community service projects.
Chemistry Research Assistant Goshen College, Indiana; January 2013 - June 2013
- Aided in the investigation and analysis of the reaction scheme of 3-Bromopyruvate in phosphate buffer
solution under the supervision of Dr. Douglas Schirch.
- Routinely determined decay rates with the use of a spectrophotometer.
- Organized lab test solutions, compounds, and reagents.
Biochemistry Teacher’s Assistant Goshen College, Indiana; September 2012 - December 2012
- Accurately measured and prepared various types of solutions for use in laboratory experiments.
- Maintained order and the integrity of the laboratory and all equipment.
- Monitored and ensured adequate inventory of supplies and chemicals.
Biology Research Assistant Goshen College, Indiana; September 2011 - December 2011
- Determined hemolytic rates and aquaporin protein content in avian and bovine species under the
supervision of Dr. James Miller.
- Analyzed experimental data and interpreted results in order to report relevant findings.
- Maintained highly detailed logs of all laboratory preparation methods, experimental data, and
data analysis.
REFERENCES
Dr. Douglas Schirch, Professor of Chemistry, Goshen College 574-***-**** ******@******.***
Jody Saylor, Professor of Biology, Goshen College 574-***-**** ********@******.***
Ronald J. Landin, M.D., F.A.C.C., Parkview Physicians Group, Cardiology 260-***-**** ************@*******.***