Kirubeal Mulugeta has extensive experience in computational and laboratory research, having analyzed the effects of adsorbates on graphene and studied bacteriophages' effects on bacterial growth. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and has developed skills in mathematics, chemistry, computing, and critical thinking. Kirubeal also gained leadership experience through involvement with charitable organizations and science outreach efforts during his undergraduate studies. He now seeks to further develop his superior research abilities.

1. Kirubeal Mulugeta
(510)-610-3550 kirubeal.mulugeta@gmail.com
Science oriented graduate who has developed laboratory and computer skills that can integrate math and chemistry to
solve scientific problems. Developed critical thinking and analytical techniques through two years of research. Seeking
to further develop superior research skills.
EDUCATION
Mercyhurst University, Bachelor of Science, May 2015 Erie, PA
Major: Biochemistry Minor: Biology and physics GPA: 3.5
Relevant Coursework
Biochemistry I-II/Lab, Quantitative Analysis Physical Chemistry.
Organic Chemistry I-II/Lab Human physiology/Lab Biotech and Pharmaceutical devt
Biostatistics Calculus I-III Cell Biology/Lab
General Chemistry I-II/lab Genetics/Lab Medical Terminology
Microbiology Statistics Bioinformatics
RESEARCH AND WORK EXPERIENCE Erie, PA
Independent computational researcher Chemistry Department/Mercyhurst University Aug. ‘13 – May‘15
 Analyzed the effects of hydrogen and hydroxide adsorbates have on graphene in regards to its energy and
geometry (Mentor Dr. Ronald Brown).
 Drafted final research report and presented results at the regional American Chemistry Society Conference.
Lab Research Assistant Biology Department/Mercyhurst University Feb. - May. ‘12
 Reviewed first and secondary data about ORFan’s and bacteriophages genome.
 Introduced bacteriophages in E. coli to study the effect it had on bacteria growth and ORFan’s properties
(Mentor Dr. Steve Mauro).
Science tutor Mercyhurst University/Tutoring department Dec. ‘11 - May. ‘15
 Served as a peer science mentor and provided tutoring for Calculus I/II, Organic Chemistry I/II, and
Physics I/II.
RELEVANT VOLUNTEERING AND EXTRACURRICULAR EXPERIENCE
Volunteer, Red Cross Erie, PA Mar. ‘14 – July ‘15.
 Reached out to financial and blood donors through email and telephone to showappreciation and to retain
their support.
 Guided and assisted blood donors in registration and procedure.
Club Member, Colleges Against Cancer Erie, PA May ‘14 - May ‘15
 Represented the during open house events to recruit members and informed prospect and current club
members about cancer.
 Organized an annual fundraising event called Relay for Life that brought about $15,000.
Vice President/treasurer, UNICEF Erie, PA Aug. ‘11 - May ‘15
 Recruited members, organized fundraising events,and managed and budgeted the annual fund.
 Attended the International Millennium Campus Conference as a delegate of Ethiopia to create partners;
improve the club by attending workshops with other700 club leaders from other colleges.
Member, Chemistry Club Erie, PA Sep. ‘11 - May ‘15
 Conducted several scientific demonstrations at local malls to build interest of middle school students in
science.
SKILLS
Technical skills:MSoffice, ChemDraw, Gaussian Software.
Professional skills: Effective communication skills; ability to work in a tight schedule and report scientific results in an
organized and timely manner, analytical and quantitative research skills.
Laboratory skills: Isolation of plasmid DNA, protein over-expression and protein purification, western blotting,
centrifugation, PCR, Chromatography, IR spectrum analysis, NMR analysis, COSY, agarose gel electrophoresis, SDS-
PAGE.