RAQUEL ANGÉLICA ANDRADE CORRÊA ALBUQUERQUE
Rio De Janeiro
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level researcher position to help launch career while achieving company goals. Motivated professional doctora in microbiology, parasitology and immunology. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technique
UNIVERSIDADE DO ESTADO DO RIO DE JANEIRO
Laboratory Technique
01.2021 - Current
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing experimental methods, results, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Trained personnel on laboratory functions.
- Examined basic principles of plant and animal life such as origin, relationship and function.
- Maintained accurate records of all experiments conducted in accordance with established guidelines.
- Calibrated laboratory equipment as necessary to ensure accuracy of test results.
- Analyzed environmental conditions affecting plants and animals.
- Developed and implemented new protocols for sample preparation and analysis.
- Developed effective working relations with groups, individuals, agencies and public.
- Evaluated existing methodologies for accuracy and reliability; modified or developed new techniques when needed.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress and provide input on strategies for improvement.
- Interpreted research findings, summarizing data into reports.
- Documented information and recorded findings in technical reports and professional literature.
- Demonstrated individual and team laboratory tests.
- Collected blood samples from rodents and rabbits.
- Reviewed literature relevant to current projects; summarized findings from published studies into concise reports.
- Supervised biological technicians, technologists and other scientists.000
- Isolated PBMC's for specific immune-testing protocols.
- Gathered and assessed biological data to study relationships between organisms and environments.
- Identified bacterial cultures from specimens; isolated pure cultures using aseptic techniques.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Prepared histologic slides for human tissue samples via processing, cutting, embedding, staining and mounting.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge regarding new developments in the field of Histology through continuing education courses.
- Received, logged and assessed quality of specimens received.
- Utilized microscopes, mass spectrometers, microtomes, tissue processors and embedding centers to prepare samples.
- Operated complex automated equipment to complete histology projects in a timely manner.
- Embedded specimens into blocks and fixed tissues in formalin.
- Cut prepared blocks of tissue utilizing complex machinery.
- Cut sections of body tissues for microscopic examination.
- Utilized advanced techniques such as immunohistochemistry or special stains for diagnostic purposes.
- Performed routine and specialized histology staining procedures.
- Archived histologic slides and blocks.
- Used computerized laboratory equipment to dehydrate, decalcify or micro-incinerate tissue samples.
- Prepared tissue samples for histological slides by processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Instructed undergraduate students in proper laboratory techniques and safety procedures.
- Provided technical support to students and faculty conducting laboratory experiments.
- Assisted principal investigators with grant proposals by providing background information or research results.
- Created data summaries to be used in reports or publications.
- Monitored and observed experiments to assess progress, compile data and record findings.
- Analyzed experimental data and interpreted results to draft reports of findings.
- Collaborated with researchers from other institutions on joint projects.
- Organized materials for lab meetings and seminars.
- Implemented new technologies into the laboratory environment for improved efficiency.
- Performed various experiments such as DNA extraction, PCR amplification, cell culture, and microscopy.
- Conducted literature reviews to stay up-to-date on relevant topics in biology.0
- Applied knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology to support research and experiments.
- Researched effects of chemical substances on biological tissues.
- Trained new staff members on laboratory techniques and procedures.
- Participated in research projects related to biochemistry studies.
- Collaborated with undergraduate and graduate students to provide research guidance and supervision.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on lab equipment.
- Collected, prepared, and preserved biological samples for further testing.
- Prepared reagents and solutions used in biochemical analyses.
- Ensured proper calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
Teaching Biological Sciences
Colégio Mingozzi, Faria Brito and Gama Souza
Rio De Janeiro
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Held office hours to assist students with course materials and tests.
- Facilitated student discussions regarding current events related to biological sciences.
- Incorporated hands-on learning opportunities through demonstrations and experiments in the classroom environment.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress throughout the semester.
- Participated in on-campus activities to support students outside of classroom.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and areas for improvement.
- Instructed students on proper safety protocols for working with hazardous materials in a laboratory setting.
- Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
Education
Ph.D. - Microbiology And Immunology
UNIVERSIDADE DO ESTADO DO RIO DE JANEIRO
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRASIL09-2023
Skills
- Student Support
- Laboratory Management
- Academic Publication
- Course Development
- Animal Evaluation
- Writing Scientific Papers
- Environmental Conditions
- Research Proficiency
- Project Coordination
- Technical Reporting
- Microorganism Testing
- Laboratory Experiments
Languages
Portuguese
First Language
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
Affiliations
- Experience in microbiology, parasitology and immunology. Biochemical analyses, immunological tests, cytokine measurements, histology, histochemical analysis, cell culture, in vivo and in vitro experimentation, animal models, blood tests.
Timeline
Laboratory Technique
UNIVERSIDADE DO ESTADO DO RIO DE JANEIRO
01.2021 - Current
Teaching Biological Sciences
Colégio Mingozzi, Faria Brito and Gama Souza
01.2013 - 12.2018
Ph.D. - Microbiology And Immunology
UNIVERSIDADE DO ESTADO DO RIO DE JANEIRO
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