Los Angeles
adamf6@r.postjobfree.com
Jerome Ryan Garay Chavez
OBJECTIVE
University graduate seeking an entry-level position at a pharmaceutical or biotech company where I can apply four years of educational background in biochemistry/cell biology, practical laboratory skills, and familiarity with various scientific instrumentation/procedures to assist in the company’s growth and success.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry/Cell Biology June 2017
University of California, San Diego La Jolla, CA
●Graduated Magna Cum Laude (3.831)
Relevant Coursework: General Chemistry I,II,III,Lab Organic Chemistry I,II,III,Lab Multicellular Biology Organismic & Evolutionary Biology Genetics Biochemical TechniquesL Metabolic Biochemistry Structural Biochemistry Molecular Biology Human Physiology I,II Evolution of Infectious Diseases Biodiversity Molecular Basis of Human Diseases Recombinant DNA TechniquesL Intro to Cognitive Science Intro to Statistics Calculus III Physics: Mechanics,Magnetism,Waves,Optics,Lab
L included laboratory work.
QUALIFICATIONS
●Strong understanding of computer-based analytical equipment
●Extensive background in several fields of sciences including medical terminology
●Experienced with computer systems and able to adapt to unfamiliar programs
●Strong mathematics proficiency and reasoning
●Operational knowledge of standard laboratory equipment, practices, procedures, and safety
●Ability to work independently with good judgment and good organizational and time management skills
●Able to recognize trends and pay good attention to detail
●Active listening, communication, and multi-tasking skills
●Physically fit to stand, sit, and lift for prolonged durations
SKILLS
●Computer skills including proficient use of databases, spreadsheets, and word-processing programs
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint
Strong typing ability with an average 85 WPM
●Standard lab equipment operation, calibration, and maintenance
●Awareness to maintain workplace safety standard
●Accurate data/specimen collection, analysis, and entry
●Management of non-hazardous and chemicals safely during reagent preparation and disposal
●Experience with dry and wet lab skills
EXPERIENCE
General Chemistry Lab Course — Undergraduate Student
September 2014 - December 2014
●Assisted in general housekeeping of laboratory equipment
●Adhered to safety regulations (protective equipment, hazardous waste management, hazardous material handling)
●Followed detailed protocols and maintained records of each experiment
Methods used: spectrophotometry, acid-base titration, gravimetric analysis via precipitation
Biochemical Techniques Lab Course — Undergraduate Student
January 2015 - March 2015
●Prepared reagents, solutions, and equipment with proper documentation
●Collaborated with other students to perform course experiments
●Utilized techniques including protein and nucleic acid purification; identification methods such as centrifugation, chromatography, and electrophoresis; immunological, spectrophotometric, and enzymatic methods
Organic Chemistry Lab Course — Undergraduate Student
September 2015 - December 2015
●Responsible for maintaining inventory of glassware and instruments at individual workspace
●Safely handled all chemicals and materials used in experiments and disposed of them properly
●Performed experiments dealing with gravity filtration, pipette usage, recrystallization, gas chromatography, thin layer chromatography, etc.
Recombinant DNA Techniques Lab Course — Undergraduate Student
September 2016 - December 2016
●Introduced to bioinformatics databases and applications
●Demonstrated lab math skills and ability to graph collected data correctly
●Conducted experiments that dealt with DNA sequencing, PCR, RNA analysis, and DNA screening
Kaiser Los Angeles Hospital — Care Partner Volunteer
August 2017 - November 2018
●Conducted rounding of patients, answered call lights, and demonstrated HIPAA compliance
●Provided support for the staff and communicated patient needs to designated personnel
●Learned basic medical terminology with 200+ hours of volunteer work
Scribe America — Medical Scribe
July 2018 - September 2018
●Conducted rounding of patients, answered call lights, and demonstrated HIPAA compliance
●Provided support for the staff and communicated patient needs to designated personnel
●Learned basic medical terminology with 200+ hours of volunteer work