1. Marie Myszka
mmyszka@uci.edu (415) 652-1986 1017 Via Presa, San Clemente, CA 92672
Chemist with a Master of Science in Chemistry (Chemical Biology emphasis), 6+ years
experience in a research lab, and 6 years as a teaching assistant for university-level
chemistry labs. Well versed in analytical and organic chemistry techniques and
instruments, as well as methods used in RNA/DNA labs and biochemistry. Diligent
working alone or as part of a group, experienced with the instruction and supervision of
others.
Core Skills
• PCR, transcription, RNA/DNA purification • Pipetting/micro-pipetting
• Melting point, recrystallization, distillation,
TLC, column chromatography
• SOPs/OSHA compliance
• Conductivity, pH, UV/Vis spectroscopy,
titration, solution prep
• Instrument/method troubleshooting
• PAGE & agarose gel electrophoresis • MS word, excel, PowerPoint, &
Adobe illustrator
Professional Experience
University of California, Irvine 2010-2014
Graduate Student Research
• Characterized the kinetic rates of ribozymes for master’s thesis The influence of
peripheral elements on the kinetics of HDV-like ribozymes.
• Maintained radioactive area and equipment to EH&S/OSHA standards which
included monthly swipe tests, enforcing safe handling and monitoring by all
personnel, and the organization and upkeep of rad. safety records.
• Able to trouble-shoot instrumental or experimental problems encountered and
coordinated with others to maximize time and use of equipment.
• Trained new lab members with techniques and solution prep.
• Followed the SOPs of lab materials and complied with EH&S/OSHA standards.
Graduate Student Teaching Assistant
• Instructed and supervised general, organic, and chemical biology/medicinal
chemistry labs.
• Evaluated weekly reports/assignments.
California Polytechnic State University, Pomona 2008-2010
Research
• Purification of and activity studies on mutant variants of the metallo-β-lactamase
IMP-1
• Commonly performed techniques: PCR, SDS PAGE, agarose, transformation
Teaching Assistant
• Taught and guided general chemistry labs, prepared weekly lectures and quizzes

2. given during lab, and evaluated student work.
University of California, Santa Cruz
Research
• Dr. Yat Li, Physical Chemistry Lab: Synthesis of vertically aligned zinc oxide
nanowires on indium tin oxide substrate using solution-phase approach. 2008
• Dr. Carol Shennan, Agroecology Lab: Measured nitrogen, chlorophyll, and
phosphorus levels in both water and sediment samples 2006-2007
Education
• Master of Science, Chemistry with concentration in Chemical Biology, University
of California, Irvine
• Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, University of California, Santa Cruz
Certificates & Affiliations
• Iota Sigma Pi, National Honor Society for Women in Chemistry, Calcium chapter
• CWEA Laboratory Analyst Grade 1 (expired now)
Honoraries
• Reza Ehsani Memorial Scholarship