Metabolic Insights, Inc.
Bioengineering Researcher (co-op work placement)
2019; Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
A small biotech startup based in British Columbia, Canada. During my full-time co-op job placement I worked on development of the company's first product: a saliva-based testing device for measuring user insulin levels. My primary contributions to the project were in software development (both end-product device software and in-house testing software) and data analysis (for calibration of the device sensor).
- Updated testing software to improve efficiency of data collection; developed product software for desktop user interface, web portal connectivity, and control of peripheral device behavior
- Developed scripts to process multiple features of large data sets based on device measurements; performed statistical analysis of data features for calibration of device sensor
- Researched machine learning techniques
Skills: Python, C#, ASP.NET, data analysis, statistics, AI / machine learning
metabolicinsights.com
United States Air Force
Computer Network Technician
2010 - 2012
Served as an enlisted airman in the field of Cyber Systems Operations. From the official US Air Force website: "The Air Force relies heavily on advanced computer and software systems, so it is paramount to keep those systems safe. It's the job of Cyber Systems Operations specialists to design, install and support our systems to ensure they operate properly and remain secure from outside intrusion."
- Maintained and supported multiple computer systems used by military intelligence, including specialized software suites and top secret intranet systems
- Manually installed individual workstations and connected them to secure network; configured, monitored, and serviced network servers
- Administered internal web-based hubs (such as Microsoft Sharepoint) for information sharing
Skills: Server configuration/maintenance, networking, desktop installation
STEMCELL Technologies
Laboratory Research Assistant (co-op work placement)
2016 - 2017; Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
A Vancouver-based biotechnology company focused on the development and manufacturing of reagents and instruments used in life science research. During my full-time co-op job placement, I worked in the Research & Development department, helping to develop and improve various formulations of cell culture media used in stem cell research.
- Investigated gene expression levels in experimental cells by performing qPCR analysis on RNA samples
- Evaluated quality of cell colonies; performed passaging of cell lines; practiced sterile technique to prevent bacterial/fungal contamination of cell culture experiments
- Supported team members by plating of cells for use in their cell culture experiments; tested various cell culture media formulations to ensure they performed up to standard
Skills: qPCR analysis, maintenance of cell cultures, RNA extraction, cryopreservation
stemcell.com
Global ARD Testing Services
Laboratory Assistant / General Laborer
2020 - 2021; Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
Geochemical testing laboratory based in Burnaby, British Columbia, providing testing services on mineral samples from mining companies, environmental surveys, construction projects, and others.
- Assisted in laboratory work (weighing samples, measuring pH, adding chemical reagents, cleaning and setting up test equipment); prepared mineral/soil samples for testing; received sample shipments into inventory
- Maintained integrity of test results by adhering to good quality control principles in the handling of samples; archived inventory in orderly manner for future retrieval
- Contributed to laboratory upgrade projects, such as construction of new work spaces; performed in-house fabrication of testing equipment; assisted in repair of machines
Skills: sample handling/preparation, pH testing, titrations, inventory management
Fastenal
Warehouse associate, Fulfillment center
2024 - 2025; Celina, Ohio, USA
Distributor of industrial and construction supplies, with additional supply chain solution services such as inventory management and industrial vending machines.
- Received/managed inventory; picked orders and staged for delivery; operated forklift to load company vehicles and unload inbound freight shipments
- Serviced customers through order delivery (single parcels up to full-pallet orders); stocked and managed on-site inventory at customer locations; restocked industrial vending machines
- Answered phone calls and assisted walk-in customers; aided inventory searches and order placement; completed in-store sales transactions
Merit Logistics
Associate, Ferguson Distribution Center
2022 - 2023; Celina, Ohio, USA
A third-party logistics company providing services for the warehousing/distribution industry.
- Unloaded inbound product from shipping containers, separating by product type and palletizing for storage with distribution center inventory
- Operated machines for on-demand production of packaging for orders; sorted packaging for efficient order fulfillment; loaded finished orders on outbound freight and parcel carriers
- Managed trash/recycling streams, operating forklifts and compactors
Kroger
Meat Clerk
2022; St. Marys, Ohio, USA
Grocery store meat department.
- Serviced customers from meat/seafood display cases, responding to individual requests and specifications
- Stocked and maintained appearance of food coolers; prepared/packaged food items
- Followed proper food safety guidelines, logging temperature of display case items and ensuring proper dating and storage of perishable food items
Michael's Books
Bookseller
2014; Bellingham, Washington, USA
Small bookstore specializing in used and rare books.
- Assisted customers; operated cash register; worked directly with owner on store projects (processing bulk acquisitions, reorganization, event preparation, etc)
- Purchased used books for resale based on condition and marketability, contributing to quality of store inventory
Powell's Books
Warehouse Associate
2012 - 2014; Portland, Oregon, USA
Warehouse location for large bookstore in Portland, Oregon. Powell's Books is renowned as one of the largest independent bookstores in the world and is a major Portland tourist attraction.
- Received orders into inventory; verified invoice information and performed quality control on departmental orders; staged books for delivery to retail locations
- Maintained overstock inventory; oversaw replenishment of stock at retail locations
- Received bulk shipments from freight carriers; sorted/consolidated orders; staged orders for receiving
Global ARD Testing Services Burnaby, BC, Canada
General Laborer, geochemical testing laboratory
2020 – 2021
Prepared mineral/soil samples for testing; received sample shipments into inventory; assisted in laboratory work (weighing samples, measuring pH, adding chemical reagents, cleaning and setting up test equipment)
Contributed to laboratory upgrade projects, such as construction of new work spaces; performed in-house fabrication of testing equipment; assisted in repair of machines
Maintained integrity of test results by adhering to good quality control principles in the handling of samples; archived inventory in orderly manner for future retrieval