Connor Wright
Richmond
Summary
A passionate scientist with a strong curiosity and drive for producing precise and accurate results with an extensive set of practical skills in clinical and laboratory settings. Highly social and pursuing a position which will allow for personal development and collaboration while creating new knowledge.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
William and Mary
Richmond, VA
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Performing biological data via spit collection, finger prick, and fNIRS
- Overseeing participants in exercises
- Conducting experimental procedures with participants and measuring brain activity via fNIRS
- Coordinating participant appointments
Surgical Assistant
Helping Hands Veterinary Clinic
Richmond, VA
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Assisted in 5-10 surgeries emergent and non-emergent per day
- Recovering animals from surgery
- Administration of medications via subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous injections
- Monitoring patient vitals under anesthesia and managing anesthesia under the supervision of surgeons
- Medical intakes and discharges of animals with owners
- Performing dental X-Rays
- Scaling teeth and identifying candidates for removal
- Performing bloodwork analysis
- Scribing surgical notes
- Preparing and sterilizing surgical tools
- Handling aggressive and reactive animals
Laboratory Assistant
VCU Pharmacology
Richmond, VA
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Performing Immunohistochemistry and DiI Staining, including analysis using fluorescent and confocal microscopy
- Assisted with mice work including eye bleeds, fecal matter collection, surgery, administration of antibiotics, novel object recognition, tubes and open field testing
- Sectioning and mounting of over 100 mice brains
- PCR
- Performed analysis of genomic data using Ingenuity Pathway Analysis and graphpad
- Presented research at VCU Integrated Neuroscience Symposium
- Trained multiple new staff on laboratory techniques and safety practices
- Handled hazardous materials following proper waste disposal procedures
Labratory Assistant
William and Mary
Richmond, VA
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Performing intraperitoneal injections with rats
- Acclimated rats for future handling
- Performing LRS testing
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
College of William And Mary
Williamsburg, VA08-2026
Skills
- Aseptic Procedures
- Microscopy
- Sample preparation
- Specimen analysis
- Lab equipment operation
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Sterilization techniques
- Statistical analysis
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Good laboratory practices (GLP)
- Effective communication
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Assistant
William and Mary
08.2025 - 12.2025
Labratory Assistant
William and Mary
06.2023 - 11.2023
Laboratory Assistant
VCU Pharmacology
03.2023 - 07.2024
Surgical Assistant
Helping Hands Veterinary Clinic
12.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
College of William And Mary