Coursework
 Biometrics - statistical analysis of biological sample data (probability, regression,
ANOVA)
 Instrumental Chemistry - quantitative analysis of physical chemistry; study of separation
science, electrochemistry and spectroscopy
 Molecular Biology - study of modern molecular biology techniques (DNA restriction
analysis, plasmid isolation and characterization)
Projects
 Determination of caffeine and acetaminophen in beverages using high pressure liquid
chromatography (HPLC)
 Study of quinine quenching and fluorescence lifetimes using fluorescence spectroscopy
 Independent research project: Construction of a genetic “half adder” (genetic circuit)
o Performed molecular biology techniques such as plasmid extraction and
purification, restriction endonuclease digestion, cell transformation via
electroporation and hot-start PCR amplification.
SKILLS HIGHLIGHT
 3 years total experience in conducting organic and inorganic syntheses in a university
laboratory (with 1 year experience in analysis/interpretation of HNMR and IR spectra of
organic and inorganic compounds).
 1 year experience in analytical chemistry (HPLC, FTIR, UV-Vis, cyclic voltammetry,
fluorescence spectroscopy, and AAS) in a university laboratory.
 1 year experience in microbiological techniques (PCR, plasmid isolation and
characterization, DNA restriction analysis) in a university laboratory.
 Knowledge of statistical analysis methods (probability, regression, ANOVA); experience
in using statistical software such as Minitab and R
 Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
 Trained in WHMIS
Computer Skills
 Experience in use of statistical analysis software (Minitab and R)
 Proficient in use of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), as well as
Lotus 1-2-3
 Experience in using Windows, DOS, Mac and Linux operating systems