Merilyn Palmer

Orangeburg, South Carolina • (***) 596 – 1677 • adrn9x@r.postjobfree.com • LinkedIn URL

Qualifications Summary

Meticulous and dynamic individual, accredited with BS in Chemistry; well-prepared to excel in a challenging role as chemist by leveraging superior knowledge gained through coursework and experience.

Process Implementation

●Adept at implementing wide-ranged chemical processes, including UV-Vis and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.

●Skilled at utilizing laboratory instruments such as pipetting, microscopic techniques, gel electrophoresis, and clonogenic assay.

Research & Analysis

●Instrumental in analyzing data as well as performing tests for identification of potential chemical hazards across workplace.

●Expert at improving safety and environmental performance by monitoring process conditions in adherence to SOPs.

Key Strengths

●Solid history of using exceptional communication skills to nurture collaborative relationships at all levels.

●Hardworking and self-motivated individual with capability to perform well in fast-paced environment.

Equipment Maintenance

●Demonstrated proficiency in operating, cleaning, and controlling laboratory equipment.

●Proven ability in managing and maintaining common analytical laboratory instruments.

Career Highlights

Winthrop University, Rock Hill, South CA 2017 – 2022

Student – Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Developed in-depth understanding and skills to implement chemistry procedures across all aspects of technically based disciplines. Gained laboratory experience in major areas of chemistry including organic and physical chemistry.

Winthrop University Rock Hill, SC 2022

Chemical Hygiene and Safety Assistant

Analyzed University chemical hygiene plan and ensured safety of all laboratories. Examined work areas, identified hazardous elements, and adhered to safety manuals and guidelines.

●Successfully updated and maintained material safety data sheets within university laboratories.

Stem Truck, Bennettsville SC 2021 – Present

Program Coordinator

Enable programs for STEM Truck, a mobile learning service for delivering engaging STEM activities to students and educators in communities with limited STEM exposure. Schedule schools and summer programs for clients, while preparing employee timesheets.

●Assisted in creating youth STEM program, teaching value and process of gardening – published in local newspaper.

Claflin University, Orangeburg SC 2018 – 2021

Laboratory Assistant 2020 – 2021

Student Research 2018

Aided research faculty in preparing and testing samples, tabulating sample data, and supervising laboratory equipment. Organized Liquid Nitrogen and ensured maintenance of all other equipment. Supported research faculty in using UV-Vis spectroscopy to study interaction of nanoparticles with ubiquitin to understand apoptosis. Assessed effectiveness of silica-coated gold nanoparticles to use in various applications, including diagnosing and treating diseases by conducting research.

●Performed UV-Vis Spectroscopy of silica-coated gold nanoparticles, leading to publishing in Lincoln University Journal of Science.

●Supported high school students in acquiring laboratory techniques and skills.

University Of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa 2019

Research Assistant – Continuing Umbrella of Research Experience (CURE)

Provided support to team of researchers for Auranofin to improve radiation-induced cell death in Small Cell Lung Cancer. Conducted and counted Clonogenic Assay of Small Cell Lung Cancer Cells.

●Presented "Enhancing Radiation Induced Cell Death in Small Cell Lung Cancer Using Auranofin" at University of Iowa Conference 2019.

●Delivered presentation at Emerging Researchers National (ERN) conference, Washington, DC in 2020.

Additional Experience

Certified Level 3 Chemistry Tutor, Academic Success Center, Winthrop University (2018 – 2021)

Back of House Team Member, Chick-Fil-A (2021)

Supervisor, Center for Public Opinion and Policy Research, Winthrop University (2018 – 2020)

Coding Peer Camp Counselor, Claflin University (2017)

Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCOR), Claflin University (2016)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (2017 – 2022)

Winthrop University, Rock Hill, South CA

Affiliations

Founder, Minorities Who Are Astonishingly Driven Scientists (2019 – Present)

Collegiate Leadership Competition, Winthrop University (2018)

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