Assistant State University
Resume:
KEENAN
MULLANEY
Sunwind
Drive,
Okemos,
MI
48864
********@***.***
(517)
881-
4637
I am a graduate of Michigan State University with a degree in Microbiology and another degree
in Physiology. My interpersonal and communication skills are a large aspect of my personality
and character. I work well in team environments, researching and seeking resolutions to
challenges and problems. I have a strong interest in science-oriented positions and careers. My
interests outside of science include participating in triathlons, biking tours and other sporting
activities.
Summary
of
Qualifications:
Veterinary Assistant 4+ years at the Michigan State University Carcinogenesis
Laboratory
Summer Research Paid Internship at the Michigan State University Diagnostic Center
for Population and Animal Health’s Virology Department
Student Employee at Michigan State University Department of Neurology and
Ophthalmology
Participated in the Sparrow Hospital’s Service-Learning Placement Program
Nominated for Michigan State University’s Best Student Employee of the Year for
2010-2011
Study Abroad student in 2011 at the University of Melbourne in Australia
Education:
Bachelors
of
Science;
Microbiology
specialization
in
Medical
Microbiology
Bachelors
of
Science;
Physiology
Michigan State University
College of Natural Sciences
Employment
History:
Neogen
Corporation
Lansing,
Michigan
Quality
Control
Technician
I
May
2013
–
Current
Tested samples of ELISA and lateral flow test kits, their components and substrates
to verify conformity to specifications
Calculated and summarized data using scientific equations and spreadsheet software.
Set up, adjusted and operated laboratory equipment and instruments
Participated in quality management system requirements including following
departmental work instructions, creating records, and document control
Prepared and managed microbiological colonies and samples to test against the food
safety testing kits to ensure product quality in both in-line and final testing
Participated in technology transfer of new products.
Michigan
State
University
East
Lansing,
Michigan
Veterinary
Assistant
Level
2
June
2008
–
May
2013
Carcinogenesis
Laboratory
Worked in an aseptic BSL 2 room and followed rigorous infection control
procedures
Assisted Dr. McCormick and Dr. O’Reilly with any laboratory or office job that
needed to be attended to
Managed the mouse room operations for the Carcinogenesis Laboratory including
breeding, intravenously injecting, charting tumor growth and health observations, and
postmortem dissecting the mice in accordance with experiment protocol
Kept the mouse room and laboratory full stocked with supplies, clean glass wear,
and sterile tools
Made media and refilled cell line storage tanks with liquid nitrogen
Michigan
State
University
East
Lansing,
Michigan
Summer
Research
Assistant
June
2012-
May
2013
Diagnostic
Center
for
Population
and
Animal
Health
–
Virology
Department
Assisted Dr. Robert Maes and Dr. Annabel Wise in research involving corona virus
in mink.
Made master mix and extracted and reverse transcribed the RNA based corona virus
into a DNA genome from fecal and blood samples
Amplified the genome using DNA polymerase chain reaction and gel
electrophoresis to isolate the respective
Performed miscellaneous duties around the laboratory including keeping the lab
spaces and lab materials clean, reconstituting test kits, and taking and cleaning out cell
and test inventory
Sparrow
Hospital
Lansing,
Michigan
Hospital
Student
Volunteer
September
2010
-
August
2012
Service-
Learning
Placement
Program
Emergency Department for 2 semesters
o Assisted medical staff in the caring for the patient’s family o Transported patients as
instructed
Radiology Department for 2 semesters
o Assisted radiology technicians with the mobile X–ray procedures o Transported
patients after their procedure was completed
o Helped positioned patients when necessary for their procedures
Capital
Area
District
Library
Okemos,
Michigan
Library
Page
September
2005
-
August
2008
Okemos
Branch
Re-shelved returned books to their proper place in the library and kept the shelves
organized
Set up event room activities and helped run library events
Assisted patrons by retrieving books, donations, and recommending literature
Used my organizational skills to help the library remain an efficient body
Community
Service
and
Awards
Vice-President of the Michigan State University Triathlon Club
Co-directed the Spartan Sprint Triathlon in August 2012
Competed in the 2012 USA Triathlon Collegiate National Championships
Participated in the 400 mile DALMAC Bicycle Tour in 2005
Studied Abroad at the University of Melbourne in Australia for the Spring Semester
of 2011
Nominated for Michigan State University’s Best Student Employee of the Year for
2010-2011
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