Nikita Dharia
Queens Village, NY 11428
*************@******.******.***
Experienced research and clinical worker seeking to utilize extensive background in science and administration in a progressive lab environment. Extremely motivated and eager to contribute to a research initiative.
QUAL I F ICAT IONS
• Skilled in the following lab techniques and procedures:
• Gas Chromatography, Spectrometry IR and NMR, Ultracentrifugation, Gel Electrophoresis, PCR, Phase, Light and Electron microscopy, DNA/RNA isolation, miRBase, TargetScan 4.2, RNAhybrid, Genome Browser, DEXA and EKG machine, GMP and GLP protocols, OSHA knowledge
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Access, Microsoft Works, Macintosh, SPSS, eClinical Works, Lytec MD, Photoshop, and MATLAB
• Relevant Languages: English, Hindi and Spanish
EDUCAT ION
Baylor University Waco, Texas
B.S. in Biology Fall 2007- Spring 2011
Relevant Coursework: Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Histology, Immunology, Anatomy and Physiology, Abnormal Psychology, Neuroscience, Behavioral Genetics
University of Houston- Clear Lake Clear Lake, Texas Masters classes in Biostatistics (in progress) Summer 2012-Spring 2013 Relevant Coursework: Statistics, Biostatistics and Pharmacology PROFESS IONAL EXPERI ENCE
Transmit Technology Group, LLC Irving, Texas
Lab Technician April 2012-present
Prepare and test samples of various polypropylene mixtures following ASTM standards. Tests include Specific Gravity, Barcol Hardness, Tensile Strength, Flexural Strength, Notched Izod Impact, Melt Flow Rate and Heat Distortion Temperature. Duties also include facilitating preparation of sample powder, extrusion, and plastic molding for later experimentation TheLabBench Coppell, TX
Owner Sept 2014-present
Started an online based business specializing in custom French macarons and southern style collegiate art and decor. I manage all company brand development, create and implement marketing strategies, develop product designs and flavors, and handle inventory development and distribution. Coppell Adult Medicine Coppell, Texas
Office Manager Dec 2013-Sept 2014
Oversaw a staff of 4 while monitoring triage, assisting in scribing patient charts, managing patient and physician scheduling, and developing new standard operating procedures for a transition to a UTSW affiliated Patient Home setting
Ibn Sina Community Medical Clinic Houston, Texas
Medical Assistant June 2012- April 2013
Worked with physicians during patient examinations, maintained patient charts, performed routine testing, administered injections, monitored triage area by taking vitals, assisted in analyzing lab reports, and contacted patients regarding imaging and labs Memorial Hermann Neurology Department (STOKE Team), TX Houston, Texas Project Intern June 2012- August 2012
Worked in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and the stroke ward. Duties included enrolling patients for clinical studies, preparing patient CRF’s based on physical examination and questionnaire forms, maintaining online databases, and assisting physicians in the Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit and Stroke Ward at Memorial Hermann Hospital
Baylor University Department of Genetics Waco, Texas Research Assistant Nov 2008 – March 2009
Collaborated with Baylor College of Medicine on ovarian cancer research. Duties included preparing media for cell cultures HEK 293 and NIH 3T3 cells and studying the expression of several miRNAs associated with Epilepsy, Circadian Rhythm, and Multiple Myeloma. Applications used include miRBase, TargetScan 4.2, RNAhybrid, and Genome Browser.