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Alexander Redclift

Blacksburg

Summary

Detail-oriented Research Assistant with extensive experience in data collection and analysis, contributing significantly to scientific advancements through research methodologies. Proven ability to manage complex projects efficiently while ensuring high-quality outcomes. Demonstrated hands-on expertise as a kennel assistant, facilitating interactions with a diverse range of animals, from companions to exotics. Leveraging analytical skills to further enhance research initiatives and animal welfare.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Assistant

Dr. Gerrard
Blacksburg
01.2024 - Current
  • Prepare samples by powdering muscle samples, denaturing samples for SDS-PAGE, RCDC (protein quantification)
  • Western blotting
  • Determine protein degradation as well as monitoring calpain autolysis and calpastatin disappearance
  • Conduct experiments to investigate how electrical stimulation effects postmortem energy metabolism and subsequent protease activity

Research Assistant

Kansas City State
Blacksburg
05.2024 - 08.2025
  • Conducted anatomical dissections on preserved canines.
  • Compiled anatomical sample materials.
  • Produced high-quality visual materials supporting anatomical education.
  • Performed labeling and editing of images for textbook content.
  • Supported Dr. Shireen Hafez in finalizing a Wiley-published textbook.

Kennel Assistant

Playful Pups Retreat
Elizabethtown
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted in the daily care of dogs, including feeding, grooming, bathing and administering medications
  • Ensured kennel area was kept safe and clean by regularly cleaning cages, runs, floors and walls
  • Demonstrated knowledge of canine behavior by understanding how to handle different breeds safely
  • Ensure daily dog enrichment activities were completed including walks, plays groups, and sport times

Wildlife Rescue Volunteer

Red Creek Wildlife
Schuylkill Haven
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Successfully located, captured and transported injured wildlife to rehabilitation centers for medical treatment
  • Provided compassionate care to rescued animals, ensuring their comfort and safety
  • Collaborated with other volunteers on various projects related to habitat restoration and preservation initiatives
  • Assisted in the release of rehabilitated wildlife back into their natural habitats
  • Adminstered medications/vaccines to injured wildlife
  • Worked collaboratively with other staff members in order to provide consistent care to all animals

Horse Caretaker

Smithfield
Blacksburg
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Developed relationships with horses through regular handling
  • Ensured horses were fed and stalls were properly cleaned

Wildlife Rescue Volunteer

Wild Sun Rescue Center
05.2022 - 06.2022
  • Provided compassionate care to rescued animals, ensuring their comfort and safety
  • Assisted in the release of rehabilitated wildlife back into their natural habitats
  • Analyzed characteristics of animals to identify and classify them
  • Monitor and assist in surgeries
  • Medical Assessments
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Dietary Needs
  • Wound Treatment
  • Vaccine Administration
  • Animal Restraining
  • Behavior Observation

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Animal and Poultry Science

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Cedar Crest High School
Lebanon, PA
05.2021

Skills

  • Medical Assessments
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Dietary Needs
  • Wound Treatment
  • Vaccine Administration
  • Animal Restraining
  • Behavior Observation

Certification

  • Core IACUC Training
  • Virginia Tech Occupational Health and Safety Education Training

References

References available upon request

Awards

High School Honors Award

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Research Assistant

Kansas City State
05.2024 - 08.2025

Research Assistant

Dr. Gerrard
01.2024 - Current

Kennel Assistant

Playful Pups Retreat
06.2023 - 08.2023

Wildlife Rescue Volunteer

Red Creek Wildlife
05.2023 - 08.2023

Horse Caretaker

Smithfield
08.2022 - 11.2022

Wildlife Rescue Volunteer

Wild Sun Rescue Center
05.2022 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Animal and Poultry Science

Virginia Tech

High School Diploma -

Cedar Crest High School
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