Erica Pacheco

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Gloucester, MA 01930

978-***-**** acw2nl@r.postjobfree.com

EXPERIENCE

Hamilton Thorne, Beverly, MA

Biologist, February 2011-Present. Responsible for the company’s Biological laboratory: keeping it clean, organized, properly stocked and usable. Preparing samples, media, slides and other consumables as required. Manufacture biological accessories and fluorescent stains. Use reproductive medical devices for demonstration and research. Derive protocols published in the device manuals. Optimize the SOPs for the Biology Department. Work with the development of new products. Perform second quality control inspections for sperm analysis devices and laser systems.

New England BioLabs, Ipswich, MA

Product Manager Intern, Summer 2010. In a focused lab, I assisted in the process of restriction enzyme purification. I prepared buffers, performed resin testing as well as titers, maintained a well documented notebook, and implemented qualitative assays.

North Shore Community College, Berry Building, Danvers, MA

Math Tutor, January 2008-May 2009. In this higher learning environment, my responsibilities included working with students of all mathematic abilities. I helped with test preparation, guided study groups, gave a better understanding of key concepts and worked very well with others because of my dedication to learning and helping people.

North Shore Community College, McGee Building, Lynn, MA

Administrative Assistant, January 2008-May 2009. In a guidance office, I managed files and supplies, assisted with remedial guidance, organized office exhibits and other creative projects. Performed data entry, clerical duties, and efficiently multitasked.

LAB SKILLS

*Sperm Analysis *Cell Culture *Sterile Technique

*Fluorescent Stains *Maintain LN2 vat *Excellent fine motor dexterity

EDUCATION

Boston University, Boston, MA

B.S. in Biomedical Laboratory and Clinical Sciences, 2012

GPA: 3.7; Dean’s List every college semester.

Courses include: Biochemistry, Cell Culture, Technical Writing, and participated in two internships: resin testing and comparative analysis.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Recipient of the 2011 Career Success Award from One Family Inc. Attendee of the 10th Transgenic Technology conference in 2011. Participated in Leadership Training of 2008, 2009, and 2010.

REFERENCES

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