Science with Sierra R.

Almac Group

• Performed Data Entry • Performed Tissue Sample Preparation • Performed Nucleic Acid Extraction • Biomarker Research Unit (BRU) • Adhered to CLIA and GLP Standards • Assay Next – Generation Sequencing (NGS) • Development and Validation Unit (ADVU) • Specialized in Illumina TruSight Oncology 500 NGS Testing • Reviewed and Revised Standard Operating Procedures, Client Laboratory Reports, and Quality Assurance Documents

Aerotek/Mako Medical Laboratories

• Performed Quality Control • Performed Data Entry and Analysis • Kept Accurate Records with Sensitive Information • Prepared Patient Samples for SARS-CoV-2 Testing • Performed Real – Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR) Temporarily contracted to aid in the COVID – 19 Global Pandemic.

Genova Diagnostics

Kept Accurate Records with Sensitive Information Prepared Patient Samples for Immunological Testing Performed Lab Procedures and Duties Performed Software Analysis Laid off due to COVID - 19 along with over 70% of the company.

Western Carolina University

• Mentored undergraduate students in biological research including laboratory and report writing skills • Demonstrated protocols and lab techniques • Guided students in scientific writing

Western Carolina University

• Conducted in-depth research project. Below is a sampling of skills utilized in this research: o DNA and Protein Purification o Bacterial Growth and Expression o Electrophoresis, Western Blots, and Fluorescence Assays o Prepare solutions and media o Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Johnston Community College

Western Carolina University

Wake Technical Community College

American Red Cross

Credential ID: 0XA4AX Expired: Aug 2017

American Heart Assoication

Credential ID: 165509669036 Expired: Jan 2019

NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services)

Credential ID: 491667 Expired: Mar 2018

Johnston Community College

Western Carolina University

Sigma Xi

Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University

NCUR 2019 Planning Committee

Wofford College

Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University

Western Carolina University

The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.

Founded in 1924, Alpha Lambda Delta is an honor society for students in their first year at an institution of higher education. (For a brief history of the Society, click here) We recognize those students who have succeeded in maintaining a 3.5 or higher GPA, and are in the top 20% of their class, in their first year. Alpha Lambda Delta's mission is to "encourage superior academic achievement... to promote intelligent living and a continued high standard of learning, and to assist students in recognizing and developing meaningful goals for their unique roles in society."

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