Biology Researcher

Steven Giblock

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Knoxville, TN 37934

(865) 809 – 7664

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Education

Maryville College:

Maryville, TN

Degree: B.S. in Biology

Graduated: 5/20/2012

GPA: 3.45

Farragut High School:

Knoxville, TN

Graduated: 5/17/2008

GPA: 3.98

Research Experience

2010-2011. Fiddler Crabs (Uca pugilator) as Bioindicators of Environmental Health of Coastal Estuarine Communities in Beaufort, SC. Senior Study.

Video detailing this study :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AeHnOSHnfAM

Fall, 2010. Collection and identification of arthropod species in Sapelo Island,

Georgia University, GA.

Spring, 2010. Collection, identification, and analysis of fish species and fish population diversity in Pistol Creek, Maryville TN.

Research Techniques

Field Techniques:

Field site design; various specimen collection methods, identification and measurement, mark recapture, environmental water sampling using Vernier Lab Pro.

Laboratory Techniques:

Micro- and macro- dissection techniques; compound and dissection microscopy; histological preparation; use of micropipette, centrifuge, PAGE electrophoresis, PCR, column and thin-layer chromatography, gel electrophoresis, FT-IR spectroscopy, NMR spectroscopy, refractometer; reflux techniques; distillation procedures, mesocosm preparation and maintenance, animal care for lab use, mesocosm experimentation.

Research Techniques (continued)

Statistical Analysis Techniques:

Proficient using T-test, 1-way and 2-way ANOVA, Chi-squared test, Fisher’s Post Hoc test, and regression analyses.

Advanced computer skills:

Minitab (Statistical and Process Management Software) Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint; Open Office: Text, Spreadsheet, Presentation; iMovie; Photoshop; Very Experienced with Windows, Linux, and Mac.

Honors/Awards

Fall, 2011. Exemplary Senior Study; Research thesis was selected for permanent inclusion in the Maryville College Library and Undergraduate Research Website:

http://www.maryvillecollege.edu/academics/research/1110/?utm_source=sen0612&utm_medium=email&utm_term=uresearch&utm_campaign=sen

Fall, 2011. Accepted into lifetime membership of Beta Beta Beta National Biological Honor Society.

Fall, 2011. Best Oral Presentation: Maryville College Science Symposium; Presentation of senior research thesis voted best of show by audience.

Spring, 2009; Fall, 2010; Fall, 2011. Maryville College Dean's List.

2008-2012. Presidential Scholarship (Maryville College scholarship given to the highest academically achieving students).

Fall, 2007. National Merit Commended Student. PSAT/NMSQT recognition of outstanding academic promise.

Work Experience

6/2010 - present. Dunkin’ Donuts. Customer Service.

Responsibilities:

Accurately take customers’ orders, run cash register, food/beverage preparation, work with others in a fast paced environment.

8/2010 - 5/2011. Maryville College. Lab Assistant.

Responsibilities:

Set up laboratory experiments, assist students with laboratory procedures, help students with questions, and clean up laboratory equipment.

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