Ian Rivera
Ian Rivera
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EDUCATION
Mercer University May 17, 2021
• Bachelor of Science in Biology
• Minors: Art, Chemistry, and Psychology
RELATED COURSE WORK AND LAB SKILLS
Molecular Genetics/Biochemistry/Neurobiology
• Quantitative PCR and ChiP-seq
• Plasmid construction and transformation
• DNA Fragmentation (Restriction Enzymes & Centrifugal Shearing)
• SDS-PAGE and Agarose Gel Electrophoresis
Other
• Communicate biological research findings using scientific writing
• Design, Conduct, and Interpret Scientific Research
• Implementing proper sterilization techniques
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions delivered in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Genomics Education Partnership
• Independently collecting and analyzing data from several sources to construct a map of the coding regions and transcription start sites of genes within the Muller F element in Drosophila species
EXPERIENCE
Team Leader for the Academic and Technology Services at Mercer University August 2018-Present
• Works directly under the Academic and Technology Administrator
• Leads a team of 12 student workers
o Coordination of weekly instructive meetings
o Trusted with the creation of the code of conduct for the workplace
• Partners with all faculty, staff, and students to ensure an efficient learning environment
Teachers Assistant for Molecular Genetics August 2020-Present
• Collaborating directly with the professor to ensure the lab is ran efficiently
• Troubleshoot any technical problems with equipment in lab
• Run weekly study sessions to provide extra assistance to students who are challenged by the material
Peer Sponsor for Several Middle School Students January 2020-Present
• Position was earned through the Academic and Technology Services
• Helps facilitate individual confidence through creative expression
o Teaches them the fundamentals of video design and abstract thinking
Ian Rivera
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EDUCATION
Mercer University May 17, 2021
• Bachelor of Science in Biology
• Minors: Art, Chemistry, and Psychology
RELATED COURSE WORK AND LAB SKILLS
Molecular Genetics/Biochemistry/Neurobiology
• Quantitative PCR and ChiP-seq
• Plasmid construction and transformation
• DNA Fragmentation (Restriction Enzymes & Centrifugal Shearing)
• SDS-PAGE and Agarose Gel Electrophoresis
Other
• Communicate biological research findings using scientific writing
• Design, Conduct, and Interpret Scientific Research
• Implementing proper sterilization techniques
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions delivered in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Genomics Education Partnership
• Independently collecting and analyzing data from several sources to construct a map of the coding regions and transcription start sites of genes within the Muller F element in Drosophila species
EXPERIENCE
Team Leader for the Academic and Technology Services at Mercer University August 2018-Present
• Works directly under the Academic and Technology Administrator
• Leads a team of 12 student workers
o Coordination of weekly instructive meetings
o Trusted with the creation of the code of conduct for the workplace
• Partners with all faculty, staff, and students to ensure an efficient learning environment
Teachers Assistant for Molecular Genetics August 2020-Present
• Collaborating directly with the professor to ensure the lab is ran efficiently
• Troubleshoot any technical problems with equipment in lab
• Run weekly study sessions to provide extra assistance to students who are challenged by the material
Peer Sponsor for Several Middle School Students January 2020-Present
• Position was earned through the Academic and Technology Services
• Helps facilitate individual confidence through creative expression
o Teaches them the fundamentals of video design and abstract thinking