2. Jan Hamilton
10 Stewart Avenue
Wandin North, VIC 3139
Ph: (03) 5964 - 3853
Mob: 0412 681 289
E-mail: skitjas@iinet.net.au
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Objective:
To obtain a responsible and satisfying role within a reputable company, in a
position requiring a high level of performance and commitment and within a fast
paced, multi-skilled work environment.
Ideally, the position would be a Customer Service role within the
Medical/Scientific Industry, where I may be given the opportunity to utilise my
skills, experience and knowledge gained throughout my employment history.
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Key Strengths/Abilities:
Possess sound communication skills with the ability to interact with individuals
on all levels, both written and verbally
Excellent public relations/customer service skills with the ability to provide
appropriate resolution to problems/complaints
Positive contributor to a team environment
Highly competent administrative and computer skills
Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks and
responsibilities
High level organisational, interpersonal and time management skills
Able to multi-task and work under pressure
Able to prioritise work load to achieve allocated objective
Ability to work autonomously, unsupervised and learn new procedures and
methods promptly
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Relevant Experience:
IDEXX Laboratories Mount Waverley, VIC
Specimen Reception/Laboratory Technician 2006 - 2013
Key Responsibilities:
Preparation, set-up and handling of samples
Perform accurate data entry
Receipting of stores and microbiology orders
Use of Olympus 400, Sysmex, Immulite and Cell Dyn Systems
Perform the roles of OH&S Representative and First Aid Level 2 Officer
Provide general administrative support
Department of Primary Industry Knoxfield, VIC
Taxonomy Laboratory (Temp) Jan - Mar 2006
Key Responsibilities:
Provided general administrative support and assistance including cataloguing
scientific papers, data entry and collection
Department of Primary Industry Knoxfield, VIC
Placement - Our Rural Landscape Project (1 year) 2005
Key Responsibilities:
Molecular testing of fruit flies
Performed DNA extractions and purifications and prepared for sequencing
3. Relevant Experience (cont) Confidential Rèsumè - Jan Hamilton, Page 2
Pinning and mounting of insects
Entering of specimens into database
Preparation and delivery of a PowerPoint presentation
Box Hill Institute of TAFE Box Hill, VIC
Department of Biotechnology Dec 2004
Key Responsibilities:
Stored laboratory equipment for relocation
Preparation of inventory on all chemicals held in storage
Disposed of chemicals
Melbourne Museum Melbourne, VIC
Work Experience - Preparatory Department Nov 2004
Key Responsibilities:
Prepared specimens which included mounting of insects and spiders,
preparation of a possum for skeletal mounting and cleaning of whale and
dolphin bones
Model and art work
Pre 2004:
Employed within the following industries:
Travel Industry
Domestic Services
Horticultural Industry
Manufacturing & Processing Industry
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Education/Training:
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Diploma of Laboratory Technician 2004 - 2005
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Certificate IV Bridging Science 2003
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Additional:
Hold Full Drivers License/Own reliable vehicle
Hold Dangerous Goods Handling Certificate (Biological)
First Aid Certificate 2
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Personal Attributes:
Accurate, self-motivated and ethical worker
Well presented, efficient and courteous
Possess a friendly and cheerful personality
Enthusiastic and willing to learn
Punctual, honest and reliable approach
Enjoy working with people and being part of a team
Loyal and highly trustworthy
Professional demeanour
Flexible work attitude
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4. Confidential Rèsumè - Jan Hamilton, Page 3
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Referees:
1. Richard Ploeg
Pathologist
Melbourne University
2. Natalie Courtman
Pathologist
Melbourne University
3. Stewart Rawson
Retired – Idexx Laboratories
4. Linda Semeraro
Department of Primary Industries
5. Sue McInnes
Department of Biotechnology
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Contact numbers for the above Referees are available upon request
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