Angela V. Rojas Rivera
Manassas Park
Summary
Dedicated professional skillful in sample collection, data recording and instrument calibration. Resourceful and adaptable individual with experience developing and conducting experiments to document results for studies. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions. Structured Researcher and Laboratory Assistant familiar with medical terminology, laboratory protocols and testing procedures. Recognized for performing laboratory tests and procedures with attention to detail, optimum quality and expedience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
OSCAR Peer Leader
George Mason University
09.2023 - Current
- Assist college students in structuring research posters and proposals
- Established a strong rapport with fellow students through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding, fostering trust within the peer community.
- Provided academic assistance to fellow students in need, helping them overcome challenges and succeed in research.
- Enhanced peer collaboration by organizing team-building activities and fostering positive group dynamics.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment by addressing conflicts between peers effectively and professionally.
Research Assistant
Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes
04.2023 - Current
- Proper handling and analysis of biospecimens such as blood, urine, saliva, hair and toenails.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
Intern
Center for Applied Proteomics and Molecular Medici
06.2022 - Current
- knowledge in procedures such as Immunohistochemistry, Extracellular Vesicles collection, Cell Culture, Western Blot, Hematoxylin and Eosin staining, Mass Spectrometry and Reverse-phase protein array.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets and produced timely reports.
- Implemented lab procedures to prevent errors and protect staff.
- Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
- Analyzed test data and presented findings using charts and graphs.
- Prepared, stained, labeled and catalogued tumor tissue sections.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
George Mason University
06-2027
Skills
- Outstanding Communication Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Learn and adapt easily to new environments and situations
- Public Speaking
- Specimen Analysis
- Sterilization Techniques
- Biohazardous Waste Disposal
- Laboratory Equipment Handling
- Documentation Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Laboratory Safety Protocols
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- Presenter at the National Conference of Undergraduate Research (NCUR 2023 and 2024). Network for Undergraduate Research in Virginia Conference (NURVA 2023). Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference for Undergraduate Scholarship (MARCUS 2024)
- Part of OSCAR Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (URSP) summer 2023, fall 2023, summer 2024.
Timeline
OSCAR Peer Leader
George Mason University
09.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes
04.2023 - Current
Intern
Center for Applied Proteomics and Molecular Medici
06.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Medical Laboratory Sciences
George Mason University
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