Résumé

OBJECTIVE

Internship or Research Assistant position in a plant biology, genetics, or breeding laboratory with an opportunity to utilize and enhance my research experience and extensive education in plant molecular biology.

EDUCATION

Cornell University
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Ithaca, NY
Bachelor of Science in Plant Breeding and Genetics, May 2009, 3.495 GPA
Cum Laude; Dean’s List Spring 2009, Fall 2008, Spring 2008

Finger Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY
Associate of Applied Science in Ornamental Horticulture, May 2007, 3.81 GPA
Summa Cum Laude, Phi Theta Kappa

COURSEWORK

  • Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering of Plants
  • Concepts & Techniques of Plant Molecular Biology
  • Molecular Aspects of Plant Development
  • Molecular Plant-Pathogen Interactions
  • Genetic Improvement of Crop Plants
  • Plant Cell & Tissue Culture
  • Plant Biochemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Statistics
  • Genetics

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Lab Assistant (Spring 2008)
Cornell University Plant Disease Diagnostic Clinic; Ithaca, NY

  • Aided in disease diagnosis for a wide range of ornamentals and crops
  • Responsible for isolation, subculture, and identification of pathogens
  • Performed ELISA tests
  • Drafted Thelaviopsis basicola online fact sheet

Research Intern (Summer 2006)
Cornell University NYS Agricultural Experiment Station; Geneva, NY

  • Designed and conducted field trials for organic herbicides
  • Compiled and analyzed data from organic herbicide trials
  • Presented results of organic herbicide trials
  • Evaluated/implemented IPM practices for commercial greenhouses/nurseries
  • Completed EPA Worker Protection Standard Training, obtained Handler Verification Card

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Supervisor (2003 – Present)
American Lawn & Landscape, Rochester, NY

  • Supervise crew of 3-5 workers for lawn care, landscape installation and maintenance
  • Address customer questions/concerns on-site
  • Maintain equipment including: mowers; pruning, trimming, and edging equipment
  • Commended by the owner for my hard work, leadership, and people skills
  • Promoted to supervisor within first year

SKILLS

  • Bioinformatics
  • Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

QUALITIES

  • Hard working
  • Reliable
  • Self-motivated
  • Flexible
  • Easy-going
  • Fast learner