Catalina Arriagada
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» Objective
• Enthusiastic entry-level biochemist position offering practical experience in the biochemical or pharmaceutical
industry
» Education
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, May 2014
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
College of Science and Technology
» Courses taken
Molecular Biology, Physical Chemistry, Genetics, Calculus III, Biochemistry I and II, Chemical Techniques
» Skills
Laboratory Skills
Gel Electrophoresis, Lipid Extrusion, Gas Chromatography, Nano DSC, UV vis, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS)
Protein Assay, EDTA and Acid-Base Titrations, Buffer Preparation, HPLC & GC Chromatography, Cell Fractionation, PCR
Certified First Responder
Certified to give CPR, administer oxygen, take blood pressure, and interpret breathing rhythm and bpm using
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stethoscope
Analyze and relay symptoms and severity of injury to secondary responders
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Secure patients onto base board with neck stabilizer
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Computer
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
» Work Experience
Temple University, Philadelphia Pennsylvania September 2013- December 2013
Research Assistant in Chemistry lab of Dr. Wunder studying lipid characterization using differential scanning
calorimetry (DSC)
• Responsible for preparing lipid thin films and extruding to achieve desired vesicle sizes
• Studied the effect of vesicle size and solvent on phase transition temperature
Temple University, Philadelphia Pennsylvania January 2010-
May 2010
Research Assistant for Dr.Micheal Brown of the Temple University Kinesiology Department, studying the relationship
between Hypertension and severity of Alzheimer’s Disease
• Responsible for updating patients forms and documenting submitted information
• Ensured patient confidentiality
• Studied the symptoms and progression of the disease in order to accurately rate and understand the severity of
each patient
Wrap Shack Bar and Grill, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania July 2012- Present
Bartender and Server
• Serve customers in high pressure environments
• Interact with clientele to up-sell weekly offers and build a restaurant following utilizing social media
• Maintain organization of food and drink order
• Stock shelves and ensure cleanliness of restaurant post shift
Work Out World, Edison, New Jersey
Front Desk Receptionist February 2008- July 2010
• File contracts and accept payments
• Ensure that record of memberships and staff appointments remain up to date and organized
• Provide customer support