Biochemistry graduate from Virginia Tech

MATTHEW KARL FELDHAUS

*** ***** **** ******, ***** 201

Blacksburg, VA 24060

Phone: 410-***-**** E-Mail: **********@*****.***

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewfeldhaus

OBJECTIVE

I am a recent graduate from Virginia Tech with a degree in Biochemistry looking to use my laboratory and other

work experience from the past several years to find an entry-level chemist or scientist position where I can

contribute and be an efficient part of a research team.

EDUCATION

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg VA

B.S. Biochemistry, Class of 2015

RelevantCoursework: Organic Chemistry and Lab, Analytical Chemistry and Lab, Biochemistry and Lab,

Physical Chemistry, Biological Statistics

Laboratory Skills: Acid-basetitrations, buffer preparations, spectrophotometry, protein purification techniques,

enzyme assays, PCR, gel electrophoresis, column chromatography.

Glenelg Country School, Ellicott City MD

College Preparatory Program, Class of 2008

WORK EXPERIENCE

Sales Associate at Wireless Zone, Dublin, VA

June 2014 – April 2015

I held this position during my final year of classes at Virginia Tech. During my time at wireless zone, I

consistently met and exceeded device and accessory sales numbers as well as gained general business

management knowledge.

Produce Associate at Food Lion, Blacksburg, VA

August 2013-May 2014

Thiswas a position I held during my coursework at Virginia Tech to aid with expenses. My responsibilities

included maintaining a clean and safe prep room, as well as a presentable sales floor.

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor/Pool Operator at Coppermine Fieldhouse, Baltimore MD

June 2012 – August 2013

I worked at Coppermine Fieldhouse as a summer position during college. As head lifeguard and pool operator, I

helped managed day-to-day operations and maintenance as well as general lifeguard duties. As a swim instructor I

taught beginner to intermediate lessons for children of all ages

Maintenance at Aquatic Specialties, Woodbine MD

Summer 2010, Summer 2011, Summer 2012

I worked at Aquatic Specialties for a few summers during college. Responsibilities included seasonal openings

and cleaning of both residential and commercial pools, as well as general maintenance.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Laboratory Intern at Dedicated Imaging, Baltimore MD

December 2012 – January 2013

I was given the opportunity to volunteer in a cadaver lab for a month over winter break. I shadowed the director

of the lab and assisted with demonstrations during surgical technician classes being taught.

Laboratory Intern at CoGenesys, Rockville MD

April 2008 – July 2008

This was an internship I undertook following my senior year of high school. During my two months with

CoGenesys, I purified and attempted to crystallize two different protein samples using a hanging drop vapor

diffusion method and adjusting conditions such as pH and solute concentration within the reservoirs. By the end

of the internship, I successfully obtained crystal growth in one of the two samples.

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