data analysis, cell/tissue culture, Polymerase chain reaction
Resume:
IHUNANYA OKORIE
** *** **** ****, **** #*, Lebanon, NH, 03766
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EDUCATION
Aug 2016-May 2020 Delta State University Cleveland, MS
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences (GPA: 3.97)
Honors/Award:
Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society
Alpha Epsilon Delta National Health Preprofessional Society
President’s list (Aug 2016-May 2020)
Scholarships:
Delta State University Opportunity Award – 4 years
PROFILE
Self-motivated biology graduate with over three years of combined research, mentorship, and teaching experience. Ability to oversee multiple projects and tasks both individually and as part of a team.
Experience running bioassays and lab bench studies. Adept at writing scientific reports, obtaining research grants, and maintaining research lab operations.
Positive attitude towards working with others and readily learning new things.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suites, Windows, and macOS operating systems Spreadsheets, Zoom, Skype, Social media.
Laboratory Skills: Export and data analysis, cell/tissue culture, Polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), gel electrophoresis, light and electron microscopy, staining cells and tissues, streaking plates, and susceptibility testing, DNA and protein purification, grant writing, poster presentation.
RELATED
EXPERIENCE
Aug 2018-May 2020 RESEARCH (LABORATORY)
Professor DaFang Wang. Delta State University Cleveland, MS
Undergraduate Research Student
Transposon research
Studied Novo transposon silencing mechanisms.
Identified and analyzed differential expressed genes (DEGs) using bioinformatics tools (Gene ontology), genome assembly, and heatmap analysis.
Set up and conduct qRT-PCR validation and confirm RNA-Sequencing data.
Recorded, summarized, and investigated laboratory data.
Total Research Hours - ~1000
Aug 2017-May 2018 UNDERGRADUATE TUTOR
Delta State University Cleveland, MS
Tutoring students on college algebra, microbiology, and cell biology (15-20 students).
Provided students with one on one sessions when necessary outside group sessions.
Received positive feedback from students for competence and approachability.
LEADERSHIP
EXPERIENCE
Aug 2018-May 2020 Chief laboratory supervisor Cleveland, MS
Professor DaFang Wang Research Laboratory, Delta State University
Coaching students and assisting team members in experimental procedures.
Teaching various laboratory skills needed in the lab and explaining concepts when needed.
Mar 2019 Presenter assistant and mentor Cleveland, MS
Delta State University: Tech Savvy Conference 2018
I served to mentor a group of young girls from grades 6 through 9 on STEM career choices.
Assisted a nurse practitioner in teaching the girls CPR and taught them how to use a stethoscope.
VOLUNTEER
EXPERIENCE
September 2019 Cleveland Nursing and Rehabilitation Home. Cleveland, MS
Providing physical and emotional care to the residents; singing, talking, assistance, and passing out homemade gifts.
March 2019 Delta Grace: Community outreach center Sunflower, MS
Working side by side with a group of people to repair the houses of members of the community at sunflower affected by flooding
Including roofing houses, putting in new cabinets, sink and kitchen island, painting, and replacing sidings.
May 2018 Blood Drives, American Red Cross Society. Rochester, NY
Ensuring blood donors are healthy after donation and responding to their needs. (>120 hours)
PROJECTS
Posters:
Dynamic Epigenetic Control of Transposon Silencing.
Poster presentation at Mississippi Academy of Sciences 82nd Annual Meeting, Hattiesburg, MS (Feb 2019)—Academic Research Showcase, Cleveland, MS (April 2019)—Mississippi IDeA Conference, Jackson, MS (July 2019)—Mississippi Academy of Sciences 83rd Annual Meeting, Hattiesburg, MS (Feb 2020)—5th Annual LSUS Regional Student Scholars Forum, (March 2020)
CERTIFICATIONS Cardiopulmonary resuscitation – Disaster training certification – Automated external defibrillator – First Aid certification.
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES
The Wesley Foundation, Chapter Team (2019-2020)
International Students Association, Member (2016-2020)
African American Student Council, Member (2017-2020)
PERSONAL INTERESTS: Traveling, fashion blogging, dancing, digital media exploration.
IHUNANYA OKORIE
29 Old Etna road, Unit #1, Lebanon, NH, 03766
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References
Dr. Dafang F. Wang
Assistant Professor of Biology/ Research Professor
Delta State University
DSU Box 3262 Walters 114C
Cleveland, MS 38733
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Dr. Tanya McKinney
Associate Professor of Biology/ Advisor
Delta State University
DSU Box C-4 Walters 114D
Cleveland, MS 38733
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Dr. Ellen Green
Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Sciences/ Associate Professor of Biology
Delta State University
DSU Box C-4 Walters 109A
Cleveland, MS 38733
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