Work:
Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Taxolog, Inc - Tallahassee, FL
ANIMAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Taxolog, Inc - Tallahassee, FL
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Banfield - Tallahassee, FL
DIRECTOR OF PET NURSING
Banfield - Tallahassee, FL
PET NURSE (VETERINARY TECHNICIAN)
Great Western Meats - Orlando, FL
INTERN
Education:
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE in ANIMAL SCIENCES
University of Florida - Gainesville, FL
Skills:
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Highly experienced in vivo research technician/small animal surgeon whose research has focused on cancer drug development via tumor reduction efficacy testing (previous research) and metabolic disease investigation, specifically type-2 diabetes mellitus (current research). Additional experience and leadership in the veterinarian and companion animal field. Innovative and motivated researcher with meticulous attention to detail in following appropriate scientific protocols. Well-honed problem solving talents to quickly identify procedural errors and recommend suitable remedies. Ability to efficiently conduct multiple experiments in parallel and to quickly learn new techniques. Resiliently succeeds in stressful situations. Possesses strong organizational and analytical skills. Organized and efficient record keeper. Genuine team player with natural mentorship capacities. Fosters enthusiasm and excellence in fellow colleagues with care, compassion and upmost ethical consideration. Strong and effective oral and written presentation skills. Articulate and refined communicator who interfaces effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and interests.