ASHLEY JUKICH
Anodyne Chemistries
North Vancouver,Canada
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Laboratory Technician with expertise in conducting and analyzing assays while ensuring rigorous quality control. Proficient in operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, troubleshooting issues, and adhering to safety protocols. Collaborated effectively to support research initiatives and enhance project outcomes.
Work History
Laboratory Technician
2 Years 1 Month- Conducted routine chemical analyses using advanced laboratory equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Trained junior technicians on laboratory procedures and best practices, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Streamlined sample processing workflows, improving turnaround times for testing and analysis.
- Maintained meticulous records of experiments and results, ensuring traceability for all laboratory activities.
- Oversaw inventory management of lab supplies, optimizing stock levels to prevent disruptions in operations.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer and autoclave.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
- Conducted routine equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Undergraduate Research Student
6 Months- Dr. Thomas Clayton – Biomedical & Physiology & Kinesiology Department Ensured zebrafish care complied with CCAC Animal User Training standards, contributing to ethical research practices.
- Set up ECGs and interpreted results, enhancing understanding of physiological responses in research studies.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews, providing insights that informed ongoing research projects.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the advancement of findings in various studies.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
In Vitro Pharmacology
7 Months- Developed and validated high-throughput assays, including Bradford Assay, Western Blot, and SDS-PAGE gel electrophoresis, ensuring reliability for downstream applications.
- Prepared buffers and cultured HEK293 cells using aseptic techniques to maintain experimental integrity.
- Executed daily operational tasks with precision at the workplace.
- Proposed and implemented creative strategies to improve team collaboration and project results.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project milestones and resolve product-related challenges.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
1 Year 8 Months- Led initial lab setup, organizing equipment and chemicals to enhance space utilization and facilitate research activities.
- Utilized aseptic techniques for growing and maintaining induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to ensure experimental integrity.
- Conducted experiments and designed assays using various molecular biology and immunohistochemistry techniques, contributing to research on stem cells and organoids.
- Analyzed research findings using statistical software tools.
- Assisted in data collection through surveys and experiments, supporting data-driven insights for ongoing research projects.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects.
- Organized laboratory materials and maintained equipment for efficient daily operations.
Research Technician
3 Months- Supported scientists in executing experiments using protein purification, SDS-PAGE, and protein isolation techniques, enhancing research findings.
- Supported scientists in executing experiments through techniques like protein purification, SDS-PAGE, and protein isolation, contributing to research findings.
- Maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring reliability and performance for accurate experimental outcomes.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, providing essential insights for ongoing research projects.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Health Science, Major in Life Sciences, Minor in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
- 2022 – Glyconet Summer Award – amount of $5,500 (declined)
- 2021 – SFU Biological Photo Contest – 3rd place finish ‘Wild Card’ category 2021 – SFU Undergraduate Research Symposium
Associate of Science - Biology
Skills
Cell culture proficiency
HEK293 cell maintenance
Organoid culture proficiency
Assay development expertise
Immunocytochemistry proficiency
Immunostaining expertise
Live-cell microscopy proficiency
Gel electrophoresis techniques
Western blot detection
Protein purification methods
Protein quantification skills
Biochemical assays
Molecular biology techniques
Data analysis expertise
Structured experimental approaches
Analytical research skills
Cell biology knowledge
Skilled in using ImageJ tools
Sterile procedures
Histological sectioning
Clinical laboratory techniques
Laboratory chemical safety
Biological safety procedures
Reagent preparation
Efficient lab management
Analytical reasoning
Research and documentation
Lab equipment maintenance
Microbiology techniques
Safety compliance
Chemical handling
Hazardous materials handling
Hazardous waste management
Equipment calibration
Cell culture
Experimental design
Assay development
Enzyme assays
Protein purification
Electrophoresis
Sample collection techniques
Laboratory documentation
Gel electrophoresis
Laboratory equipment management
Western blotting
Laboratory safety
Laboratory techniques
Positive attitude
Documentation and reporting
Data analysis
Team collaboration
Analytical thinking
Work Planning and Prioritization
Safety protocols
Documentation management
Chemical reagent preparation
Document processing
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop material request spreadsheets.
- Achieved high product output through effectively helping with product up-scale.
- Supervised and trained interns.
Languages
English
Certification
- TCPS2: CORE – 2022
- OCTOBER 2023
- PANEL OF RESEARCH ETHICS – GOVERNMENT OF CANADA
- CCAC ANIMAL USER TRAINING COURSE
- SEPTEMBER 2023
- WHMIS
- MAY 2022
- CANADIAN CENTER FOR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
Anodyne Chemistries
05.2024 - 06.2026Read More
Undergraduate Research Student
SFU
10.2023 - 04.2024Read More
In Vitro Pharmacology
Xenon Pharmaceuticals
05.2022 - 12.2022Read More
Undergraduate Research Assistant
SFU
08.2020 - 04.2022Read More
Research Technician
NovoBind Therapeutics
05.2019 - 08.2019Read More
Simon Fraser University
Bachelor Degree from Health Science, Major in Life Sciences, Minor in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
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Capilano University
Associate of Science from Biology
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AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
SFU UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM - MARCH 2021 My research focuses on understanding the biological processes that control stem cell identity and how they impact brain development. My project involves directing the differentiation of genetically engineered human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) into 3-dimensional brain tissues called ‘organoids’. With the hPSCs, we can study the early stages of brain development using human cells. TWITTER HANDLE 6043074264 HTTPS://WWW.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/ASHLEYJUKICH/3 These engineered stem cells carry a mutation that causes epilepsy and autism. The effects of this mutation, we believe, are present during earlier stages of brain development than what has been previously appreciated. The goal of my research is to understand how this mutation affects the earliest stages of human brain development. Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6P6ZVH6HPQ,, SFU BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES PHOTO CONTEST – 3RD PLACE FINISH ‘WILD CARD CATEGORY’ – APRIL 2021 This contest was done by Simon Fraser University Biological Department and contestants ranged from undergraduate students, masters students, PhD students, post-doctoral students and professors in the Biological Sciences Department. As the 3rd place finisher in the Wild Card category, I was the only undergraduate student that placed in this contest. Link to 3rd Place Photo: https://www.sfu.ca/biology/news-events/kudos/2021-bisc-photo-contest.html
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