Jeffrey Finch
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Recent graduate with a B.S. in Biology. Over three years in Neural, Developmental and Genetics research. Adept in Lab skills including but not limited to grant preparation, benchwork, data organization, critical analysis, and presentation of results. Led teams and mentored student peers. Looking for an associate position in a lab setting with growth potential.
Skills: Quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) Reverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) Chromatography Distillation Microdissection Microscopy Staining Tissue Culturing Gel Electrophoresis Micro pipetting Histology Transgenic Animal care Intraperitoneal Injections
Education University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT 2020-Sept
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Courses Developmental Biology/Lab Genetics/Lab Molecular Cell Biology/Lab Preceptor Experience Biochemistry/Lab Stress and Stress Management Ecology/Lab
Awards Dean’s List 2016
Dedication to Research Award 2018
Student Research Award 2018 & 2019
Critical Thinking Award 2018
Dean’s Research Grant 2018 & 2019
Research Experience
“Understanding Osteoarthritis Using Gene Targeting Mouse Model” - Worked at the University of Hartford using a transgenic mouse model to examine the relationship between genetics and osteoarthritis. The transgenic mouse genetic lines had to be maintained and bred for specific genotypes.
“The Effects of Lead treatment on Nerve Growth Factor Regulated Dorsal Root Ganglion Neurodevelopment” – Performed lab work such as micro dissections, culture medium preparation, medium changes, and ex vivo tissue culturing. Led a team of student peers while also working closely with the principal investigator. Examined cell death using stains.
Presentation
Undergraduate Research and Creativity Colloquium, University of Hartford 2018
WPU Undergraduate Research Colloquium, William Paterson University 2018 & 2019
Developmental Biology New York 2019, Ithaca College 2019
Work Experience
Barista, Starbucks Coffee Company 2015 – Present
Provides an excellent customer service experience to a diverse population while maintaining cleanliness to health and safety standards. Creates and promotes a positive work environment. Worked 12+ hours a week while attending school full-time.