1. Ashley N. Hawkins
E: ashley.n.hawk@gmail.com – M: 828-263-7070
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-hawkins-mba-0b3a244a
Molecular Biology & Microbiology
Detail oriented Molecular Microbiologist with an MBA experienced in troubleshooting, working in a team
or independently and delivering desirable and timely results. Possesses hands-on knowledge of various
laboratory techniques such as fluorescent microscopy, PCR, RNA/DNA extraction and fermentation.
Applies knowledge of various disciplines to advise management of relevant scientific trends and keep
abreast of the latest advancements in molecular biology, microbiology and biochemistry. Core
competencies include:
Aseptic technique – Nucleic acid extraction & purification – Primer design – Aerobic & Anaerobic culture techniques
– qPCR amplification – Plasmid recombination – Gas Chromatography – Grant writing/reporting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
December 2014 – Present, RESOURCE INSTITUTE, INC., Winston-Salem, NC
Nonprofit project development company with over 20 years’ experience in grant management and project
administration centered around stream restoration.
Administrative Assistant
Prepares and monitors contracts and reports progress for approximately $500,000 of grants entrusted to
Resource Institute, Inc. for project distribution. Develops and maintains event websites for two industry
conferences bringing together over 1,000 industry professionals.
 Safeguarded company’s credibility by ensuring timely reporting and stewardship of over $500,000 in
grants from multiple funding agencies (including North Carolina Department of Environment & Natural
Resources and Department of Water Resources)
 Streamlined registration for over 1,000 industry professionals for two conferences organized by Resource
Institute, Inc. by developing and monitoring both even websites
 Partnered with contractors and engineers to manage a multi-year project encompassing 32 counties in the
Western North Carolina region participating in federal assistance programs for stream restoration
August 2015 – December 2015, MAYLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Spruce Pine, NC
One of the most widely recognized community colleges in North Carolina with a focus on clinical nursing programs.
Adjunct Professor – Microbiology
Develops and delivers weekly lectures and laboratory lessons focused on clinical microbiology to ~20
undergraduate nursing majors. Is responsible for creating and administering skill assessments (tests, quizzes, lab
exercises, etc.) and subsequently grading the assessments.
 Improved student performance by continuously evolving teaching methods and assessment format
 Redesigned laboratory exercise structure to better suit the specific needs of clinical nursing students
August 2010 – December 2014, APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY, Boone, NC
Highly ranked University in multiple disciplines that consistently produces valuable and successful graduates.
Research Analyst
Acquires and/or analyzes data from multiple disciplines and studies spanning both business and microbiology.
Acts as a teacher’s assistant for undergraduate Biology laboratory courses for both Biology majors and non-
majors. Conducts field research as well as bench analysis of microbiological samples, including molecular
analysis.

2. Ashley N. Hawkins 828-263-7070 | ashley.n.hawk@gmail.com
Research Analyst cont.
 Obtained field collection permits for 3 North American Peatlands of a combined area of ~8 acres and
performed monthly samples of the peat matrix
 Discovered a recently described archaeal species (Candidatus Microarchaeum acidiphilum) never before
documented on the East Coast
 Performed RNA/DNA extraction and designed primers specific to the newly discovered organism for
further analysis
 Edited and acquired publishers for both scientific journal articles and scientific texts (books, manuals,
etc.)
January 2008 – August 2008, BTEC (Biomanufacturing Training & Education Center), Raleigh, NC
One of the leading training facilities for scale-up operations in biomanufacturing and fermentation.
Focuses on taking operations from benchtop continuous chemostat operation to large-scale industrial
fermentation.
Laboratory Assistant
Provides ample supplies for numerous types of classroom experiments, including bacterial culture and chemostat
operation. Prepares bacteriological media and/or stock cultures for students to use during classroom activities.
 Facilitated bacteriological culturing by high school juniors and seniors by preparing ~100 bacteriological
media agar plates each week
 Maintained a regulatory compliant laboratory space by continuously preparing fresh reagents
 Maintained proper chemostat function during non-class hours through monitoring and nutrient
replenishment
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY – Raleigh, NC – 2010
Master of Science in Molecular Biology
APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERISTY – Boone, NC – 2013
Master of Business Administration
APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY – Boone, NC – 2014
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES/PRESENTATIONS
2008-2014, American Society for Microbiology
 Presented numerous scientific posters
2014, Appalachian Research in Business Symposium
 Presented research talk
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Familiar with OriginPro 70 – Familiar with OpenOffice.org suite
PUBLICATIONS
Hawkins, A. N., Johnson, K. W., and Bräuer, S. L. “Southern Appalachian Peatlands Support High
Archaeal Diversity.” Microb Ecol 67.3 (2014): 587-602.