Allissa Cox
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Objective
To obtain an entry-level position in the field of Biological Sciences or Biological Forensic Sciences where strong analyzing, organization, and problem-solving skills can be effectively utilized.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences; Concentration in Integrative Biology; Minor in Criminal Justice
Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA
Graduation Date: December 2020 GPA: 2.7
Coursework includes: General Biology, General Biology Lab, General Microbiology, Microbiology Lab, Evolutionary Biology, Genetics, Cell Biology, Cultural Anthropology, Forensic Biology, Survey of Organic Chemistry, Survey of Organic Chemistry Lab, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Survey of Biochemistry, Survey of Biochemistry Lab, Applied Biostatistics, General Physics, General Physics Lab, General Chemistry, General Chemistry Lab, Research Problems in STEM, Corrections, Criminal Law, Criminology, Juvenile Delinquency, Elementary Spanish, Public Speaking, Psychology
Louisiana Public Schools, Louisiana – High School Diploma
Fontainebleau High School, Mandeville, LA
Graduation date: May 2016 GPA: 3.5
Coursework includes: Agriculture, Small animal care, Biology, History, Mathematics, English, Spanish
Key Qualifications
Very organized and detail-oriented
Ability to familiarize quickly to my responsibilities
Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Familiar with biological lab procedures
Excellent in collaboration with team members
Strong management skills through business management positions
Motivated to acquire new knowledge for future experiences
Progressive multitasking and critical thinking skills
History of Employment
Customer Sales Representative, December 2020 – Current
Rexair LLC, Baton Rouge, LA
Build creative sale strategies to increase customer satisfaction and sale goals.
Discover new sale leads.
Assist customers with questions about their product.
Communication skills.
Cashier, Waitress, May 2019 – Current
University Donuts, Hammond, LA
Performed duties such as cleaning, serving, waitressing, cooking, dish washing, donut decorator, and prepping.
Successfully work my position and other positions.
Organizing stations for a successful shift.
Managed money.
Shift Manager, Shift Leader, April 2015 – May 2019
Pizza Hut, Ponchatoula, LA
Performed duties as a Shift Manager. This included managing money, successfully running a complete shift with other workers, organizing files, completing inventory, cooking, prepping, and delivering.
Complete computer duties.
Solving problems such as computer issues, food shortage, and short staffing.
Performed as a delivery driver.
Experience
Lab assistant, STEM, Department of Biology, January 2019 – December 2019
Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA
Conduct experiments with GMOs using PCR machines.
Read DNA using electrical conduction energy.
Conduct presentations to students on topics including GMO’s, DNA, chromosomes, genes, karyotypes, Meiosis, Mitosis, genetic disorders, Genetic laboratory techniques, genotyping, DNA isolation, PCR, Gel Agarose Gel Electrophoresis, measurements, cloning, and amplification.
Student Internship, Veterinary Assistant and Office Manager Intern, September 2015 – May 2016
The Rivers Animal Hospital, Covington LA
Medical Waste Management, Mandeville, LA
Completed while attending Fontainebleau High School, Mandeville, LA
Performed duties as a Veterinary Technician Assistant. This included administering medicine, organizing files, cleaning, washing, checking animals’ health, trimming nails, inserting an IV, assisted with surgeries, and interacted with customers and different animals.
Performed duties as an Office Manager. This included organized management paperwork and files, wrote a business manual, assisting the employees, cleaning, checking mail received, writing reports, checking logs, and interacting with customers.
Activities and Honors
STEM, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA, Spring 2019- Present
Honor Roll, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA, Fall 2019
Dean’s List, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA, Spring 2020