Andrew Wright is a motivated microbiologist seeking a position relating to biology and life sciences. He has a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Geneva College with a 3.8 GPA and relevant experience as a microbiologist for Bristol-Myers Squibb and as a QA laboratory technician. He has strong procedural skills in microbiology techniques as well as experience in bioinformatics and computer programs.
I would describe myself as a conscientious worker, problem solver and a dependable team player with laboratory expertise in molecular cloning, virology and immunology. I am proficient at developing small animal infection models, mammalian cell culture, proficient at working in Biosafety level -2 and 3 laboratories, developing recombinant gene constructs through primer design, restriction digestion and bacterial cloning. I am proficient at nucleic acid (DNA/RNA) extraction, quantitative PCR and RT-PCR. My technical expertise in virology and immunology include performing plaque assays and foci forming assays to quantify viremia and ELISA. I possess extensive training in working with laboratory animals and I am proficient at intra-nasal and intra-peritoneal drug administration, working with animal restraint systems like the In-TOX system and have performed nebulization studies using guinea pigs in the past. I also perform tail DNA genotyping in mice.
Sample Tracker: A web-based application for tracking and managing environment...Gerard Devine
Poster presented at eResearch Australasia 2014 in Melbourne on the Sample Tracker application developed and operating at the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment
I would describe myself as a conscientious worker, problem solver and a dependable team player with laboratory expertise in molecular cloning, virology and immunology. I am proficient at developing small animal infection models, mammalian cell culture, proficient at working in Biosafety level -2 and 3 laboratories, developing recombinant gene constructs through primer design, restriction digestion and bacterial cloning. I am proficient at nucleic acid (DNA/RNA) extraction, quantitative PCR and RT-PCR. My technical expertise in virology and immunology include performing plaque assays and foci forming assays to quantify viremia and ELISA. I possess extensive training in working with laboratory animals and I am proficient at intra-nasal and intra-peritoneal drug administration, working with animal restraint systems like the In-TOX system and have performed nebulization studies using guinea pigs in the past. I also perform tail DNA genotyping in mice.
Sample Tracker: A web-based application for tracking and managing environment...Gerard Devine
Poster presented at eResearch Australasia 2014 in Melbourne on the Sample Tracker application developed and operating at the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment
1. Andrew Wright amwrightrb14@gmail
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Address: 3343 Route 91, Jamesville, NY 13078 Phone: (315) 350-1390
Summary Motivated Microbiologist seeking to utilize technical and personal skills in a position relating
to biology and the life sciences.
Education Bachelor of Science in Biology, with a minor in Chemistry GPA: 3.8
Geneva College, Beaver Falls, PA August 2011-December 2014
Onondaga Community College, Syracuse, NY (transfer) August 2010-May 2011
Skills Procedural Skills
• Human and viral DNA isolation and gel electrophoresis
• Polymerase Chain Reaction Methodology including qPCR
• Kinetic Chromogenic Lal Assay detection of Endotoxin
• Sterilization including use of autoclaves and sterile hoods
• Preparation and inoculation of agar plates
• Plate counting of colony forming units (CFU)
• Plasmid insertion and bacterial culture of E. Coli OP50
• Bioinformatics Genome Annotation
• Familiarity with databases such as EBSCOhost, PubMed and LIMS
• Micropipetting, pH testing, preparation of buffers and reagents as well as titration.
Experience Microbiologist Bristol-Myers Squibb-Contract April 2016-Present
• General Responsibilities include testing of samples for microbial contamination as well as
corresponding documentation in a cGMP environment.
• Quantitative (real-time) PCR detection of Minute Virus of Mice.
• Detection of Endotoxin utilizing KQCL methodology.
• Environmental Monitoring: Responsible for receiving samples and enumerating colony forming
units after appropriate incubation time.
QA Laboratory Technician Ultra Dairy LLC July 2015-April 2016
• NYS license to perform CHARM testing for Beta-Lactams as well as Direct Microscopic Count
(DMC) of bacteria
• Conduct additional routine tests including Cryoscope testing, allergen detection, ATP fluorescence
assay, Gerber detection of percent butterfat as well as lactoscope use.
• General responsibilities included testing and recording data for raw/pasteurized product to ensure
compliance with state, federal and company regulations regarding quality of product on multiple
levels.
Teacher Assistant for the Department of Biology August 2012-December 2014
• Worked closely with Professors in planning and executing labs
• Directed weekly review sessions for students on lecture material
• Oversaw students in lab, demonstrating proper techniques and helping to familiarize
students with procedures and equipment
• Care of C. elegans including preparing agar plates, inoculation with E. coli and transfer of
nematodes to and from plates
President of the Biological Science and Pre-Health Club May 2014-December 2014
• Coordinated and organized club events including guest speakers and recruitment days
• Assisted in the design and administration of the club’s Facebook page, and the writing of club
articles
• Generated interest on campus in biology and health related issues by hosting guest speakers
Honors and Awards Geneva Scholar Academic Award 2011-2014
Geneva College Dean’s List 2011-2014
Academic Partners Program 2014
Computer Skills
• Mac OSX
• Windows
• Microsoft Office (2014)
• Microsoft Excel (2014)
• Microsoft Powerpoint (2014)
• Sample Manager 11.1 (LIMS)
