Gerdo Wagner-Swanepoel
Cardiff,CA
Summary
Efficient student with knowledge of basic biology lab techniques, teamwork, and patient relations. Aiming to diligently work, gain experience, and contribute to a successful and welcoming work environment. Eventually looking to work in the clinical research field, I strive to be reliable and detail oriented.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neurology Lab Volunteer (Mertens Lab)
Sanford Consortium For Regenerative Medicine
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge in specialized areas such as cell culture techniques or analytical chemistry methods to better support ongoing research projects.
- Created new cell line and culture techniques by implementing new protocols and optimizing existing procedures.
- Conducted experiments related to cell culture.
Immunology Lab Volenteer
La Jolla Institute Of Immunology
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted in the completion of critical experiments by diligently following research protocols and procedures.
- Organized, and maintained lab supplies, equipment, and documentation.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow researchers to progress goals, and complete difficult experiments.
RESIDENTIAL DINING FOOD SERVICE WORKER
Housing and Dining Services
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes and silverware
- Took and recorded temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers
- Prepared variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables and desserts according to customers' orders, supervisors' instructions and approved procedures
- Assisted cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed and provided cooks with needed items.
DIVE INSTRUCTOR
Parks and Recreation
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Diversified teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
- Reviewed instructional content, methods and student evaluations to assess strengths and weaknesses
- Prepared instructional program objectives, outlined and lesson plans
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and determine learning priorities.
LIFEGUARD
Parks and Recreation
03.2017 - 12.2020
- Administered lifesaving techniques and first aid during emergencies
- Managed pool chemistry and completed chemical logs, reporting concerns to supervisor
- Paid close attention to weak swimmers and high-risk patrons
- Performed safety equipment checks and reported malfunctions and damage to supervisor.
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Parks and Recreation
03.2017 - 12.2020
- Monitored students' progress through testing and adapted learning plans to optimize learning
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and effectively instruct and motivate students
- Observed other instructors and lecturers, gathering valuable techniques to be implemented into future lectures and courses
- Educated students on swimming applying a variety of instructional techniques.
JUNIOR HEALTH SCHOLARS
COPE Health Scholars (https://copehealthscholars.org)
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Took temperatures, blood pressure and weight to prepare patients for examinations
- Transported clients to and from medical, mental health and other appointments
- Communicated well with patients to identify and attend to needs
- Anticipated patients' anxieties and answered relevant questions to comfort patients.
Education
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) -
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WAHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Issaquah High School
Issaquah, WABACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN HUMAN BIOLOGY -
University of California-San Diego
La Jolla, CA08.2024
Skills
- Stress Tolerance
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Team Player
- Sterile technique
- Chemical Handling
- Cell Culture
- Sample Preparation
Certification
- Lifeguarding
- Safe food Handling
Languages
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Organizations
I am President of the UCSD Salsa Society, where we teach weekly salsa and bachata lessons. I am also president of the UCSD Darkstar club, an on campus Science Fiction and Fantasy Library that hosts many events, including study sessions and boardgame nights.
Timeline
Neurology Lab Volunteer (Mertens Lab)
Sanford Consortium For Regenerative Medicine
03.2024 - Current
Immunology Lab Volenteer
La Jolla Institute Of Immunology
08.2023 - 03.2024
RESIDENTIAL DINING FOOD SERVICE WORKER
Housing and Dining Services
09.2021 - 03.2022
JUNIOR HEALTH SCHOLARS
COPE Health Scholars (https://copehealthscholars.org)
04.2020 - 09.2020
DIVE INSTRUCTOR
Parks and Recreation
09.2019 - 12.2020
LIFEGUARD
Parks and Recreation
03.2017 - 12.2020
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Parks and Recreation
03.2017 - 12.2020
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) -
Bellevue College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Issaquah High School
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN HUMAN BIOLOGY -
University of California-San Diego
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