Martell McKinney
Cell: 607-***-****
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Education:
Langston University – Langston, Oklahoma
Cumulative G.P.A: 3.4
Bachelors of Science in Chemistry
Graduated: 05/16/2015
Binghamton University –Binghamton, New York
Graduate Student
Work Experience:
Harper Academy, March 2014 – August 2015
Position: Teacher
Developed and implemented daily and unit lesson plans for all grades in High School, administered tests and evaluations, and analyzed student performance.
Conducted group/individual science activities.
Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student/teacher interaction.
Participated in faculty and parent conferences.
The Law Firm of Roland V. Combs, January 2014- April 2014
Position: Legal Assistant
Provided support in a variety of cases
Organized and indexed case files; developed time-saving case filing system.
Drafted correspondence and other legal documents.
University of Maryland Summer Training and Research Program, May 2012- August 2012; May 2013- August 2013
Position: Student Research Trainee
Mentored under James Hagberg PhD.
Research focused on genetic variation in the PPAR gamma gene and its affect on obesity and related phenotype responses to exercise training.
Perform PCR protocol and genotyping procedures.
Langton University, Chemistry Department, 2011- 2013
Position: Teacher’s Assistant
Tutor - Department of Chemistry
Refilling and restocking chemicals and supplies.
Removing chemical waste.
Unlocking and locking doors to laboratories
Turning equipment on and off
To interact in a professional manner with instructors and students, always acting as a representative of the Department.
Honors & Achievements:
Published Research Paper Titled “ Asphalt Chemistry”
Langston University President’s Honor Roll
Langston University Regent’s Scholar, 2011- 2014
H.A.C.H Scientific Foundation Chemistry Teacher Scholarship, 2011-2012
NASA Scholar, 2011-2014
Langston Integrated Network to College (LINC) Scholar, 2012-2014
Langston University Dean’s List, 2012-2014
Dwight D. Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship, 2013-2014
Alpha Phi Alpha Education Foundation Scholarship, 2014
Langston University National Alumni Association Scholarship, 2014-2015
Extra-Curricular Activities:
President- Scholar’s Club
President- Alpha Phi Alpha, Beta Kappa Chapter
President – Chemistry Club
Skills:Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Research skills pertaining to optimizing primers, optimizing digest, checking sequencing utilizing genotypes. I also possess leadership, teamwork and effective communication skills.