Alianna Torres
Rancho Cordova
Summary
Dynamic biochemistry professional with hands-on experience at Loyola Marymount University, excelling in molecular biology methodologies and scientific writing. Proven ability to mentor peers and enhance laboratory skills, fostering a collaborative environment. Adept in several laboratory procedures and project management, delivering impactful results in research and education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Biochemistry Research Lab Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles
2023.08 - 2024.05
- Executed gene editing processes with CRISPR, applying PCR and gel electrophoresis
- Adhered to accurate laboratory documentation and data management practices
- Mentored a junior research technician on laboratory procedures and experimental techniques
Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles
2022.08 - 2024.05
- Guided students through lab experiments related to acid-base titration, gravimetric analysis, UV-Vis spectroscopy, ELISA analysis, western blot analysis, TLC chromatography, mass spectroscopy, and simple and fractional distillation
- Evaluated laboratory reports and tests to provide constructive feedback for enhancing students' educational development
- Instructed students in ethical data collection and analysis practices related to career preparation
Summer Math Program Coordinator
Mathnasium Learning Center
Sacramento
2023.05 - 2023.08
- Developed and implemented STEM-related program activities according to established goals and objectives
- Administered budgets and monitored expenditures to keep program operations aligned with budget targets
- Maintained up-to-date records related to program activities
Laboratory Technician Intern
United States Department of Agriculture
Folsom
2023.05 - 2023.08
- Conducted Modified Mojonnier Ether Extraction for butterfat determination, Direct Forced-Air Oven Drying for total solids determination, and Direct Microscopic Somatic Cell Count for somatic cell determination in dairy samples
- Analyzed Fourier Transform Infrared (IR) Spectroscopy testing of producer/plant dairy samples, and calibration of the corresponding IR equipment
- Produced and organized calibration standard sample sets for in-house and industry testing
Intern
New Hackney Education Business Partnership
London
2023.03 - 2023.04
- Delivered work-related educational programs to grade school students in the greater London area
- Worked with the additional needs team to provide specialized programs for students who did not have access to the traditional educational programs
Atmospheric Chemistry Research Lab Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles
2022.08 - 2022.12
- Applied advanced chromatographic techniques to study samples from the La Brea tar pits
- Analyzed GC-MS chemical spectra to determine emission composition
- Organized and presented key data and findings to my research cohort
NSF Cellular & Biomolecular Scholar
University of California, Merced
Merced
2022.06 - 2022.08
- Designed a procedure for the collection and analysis of data on HUVEC network formation
- Applied innovative procedure to develop a predictive computational model for vasculogenesis
- Delivered an oral presentation in the Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium
Stockroom Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles
2020.08 - 2022.05
- Managed the chemistry and biochemistry department's stockroom chemicals, equipment, and safety procedures
- Prepared experiments and assisted students and faculty with chemicals, as well as lab equipment
- Created stock solutions of chemicals for department and lab use
Private Tutor
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles
2021.01 - 2021.08
- Delivered private instruction to students to improve academic performance, develop learning strategies, and foster academic confidence
- Fostered meaningful mentor-mentee relationships through encouragement and teamwork
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA2024-05
Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Project management
- Scientific writing
- Protein purification
- Size exclusion and Ion exchange chromatography
- PCR techniques
- CRISPR methodologies
- Sterilization procedures
- Gel electrophoresis
- Cell culture techniques
- Bradford assay
- Enzymology assays
- SDS-Page
- Western Blot assays
- Pymol protein viewer
- ELISA immunoassays
Research
- Biochemistry Research Lab, Loyola Marymount University, Biochemistry and Chemistry Department, Los Angeles, CA, 08/2023, 05/2024, Applied CRISPR gene editing techniques through utilization of PCR and gel electrophoresis, Adhered to accurate laboratory documentation and data management practices, Mentored a junior research technician on laboratory procedures and experimental techniques
- Atmospheric Chemistry Research Lab, Loyola Marymount University, Biochemistry and Chemistry Department, Los Angeles, CA, 08/2022, 12/2022, Employed gas chromatography and mass spectrometry to analyze La Brea tar pit samples, Characterized GC-MS chemical spectra to identify and determine emission composition, Organized and presented key data and findings to my research cohort
- NSF Cellular & Biomolecular Scholar, University of California, Merced, Merced, CA, 06/2022, 08/2022, Designed a procedure for the collection and analysis of data on HUVEC network formation, Applied innovative procedure to develop a predictive computational model for vasculogenesis, Delivered an oral presentation in the Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium
Coursework
- General Biology I w/ Lab
- Cell Function
- Genetics
- Molecular Biology
- General Chemistry I & II w/ Lab
- Organic Chemistry I & II w/ Lab
- Analytical Chemistry w/ Lab
- Biochemistry w/ Lab
- Advanced Biochemistry w/ Lab
- Calculus I & II
- General Physics I & II w/ Lab
- Physical Chemistry w/ Lab
- Environmental Chemistry
- Toxicology
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Biochemistry Research Lab Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
2023.08 - 2024.05
Summer Math Program Coordinator
Mathnasium Learning Center
2023.05 - 2023.08
Laboratory Technician Intern
United States Department of Agriculture
2023.05 - 2023.08
Intern
New Hackney Education Business Partnership
2023.03 - 2023.04
Laboratory Teaching Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
2022.08 - 2024.05
Atmospheric Chemistry Research Lab Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
2022.08 - 2022.12
NSF Cellular & Biomolecular Scholar
University of California, Merced
2022.06 - 2022.08
Private Tutor
Loyola Marymount University
2021.01 - 2021.08
Stockroom Assistant
Loyola Marymount University
2020.08 - 2022.05
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Loyola Marymount University