Helena Piekut
Edmonton
Summary
Tenacious and motivated student currently working towards a degree in immunology and infection, and then pursuing a medical degree. Adept at prepping resources, equipment, and materials for research. Extensive background in investigating immunology and microbiology research.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Clerk
JDHP Consulting
03.2020 - Current
- Managing and organizing files
- Making deliveries and running errands
- Entering and managing data
- Typing documents and letters
- Answering phones
- Sorting and delivering mail
Research Assistant
Hemmings Lab
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Participated in research of placental malaria and how placental malaria infections are established
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Assisted in the development of novel research methodology, setting new standard for future projects.
Lab Assistant
Aiken/McKenzie Lab
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted with research into Chronic Wasting Disease by conducting required experiments.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
- Used correct formulas and procedures to prepare solutions and reagents for testing needs.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Prepared specimens for testing and analysis.
- Worked closely with lab staff on special projects.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Sales Associate
GardenWorks Cordova Bay
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Customer service and cash register support during busy hours
- Stocking inventory; lifting and carrying heavy boxes
- Learned about different types of native plants and how to care for them
River Watch
09.2020 - 09.2020
- Tested water samples for purity
- Collected and identified different insect species from river water samples
- Assessed water quality based turbidity and presence of key indicator species
Volunteer Soccer Coach
Calgary Foothills Soccer Club
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Directed team sports activities including practices, classes, and games
- Taught players about the rules and strategies of the sport to improve performance
- Instructed players on specific skills and techniques to improve performance
- Managed and set up equipment
Sports Medicine Trainer
Western Canada High School
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Assessed injuries and illnesses, and coordinated emergency care to stabilize and prevent further concerns
- Referred significant cases to physicians to determine players' fitness
- Developed dietary recommendations to improve athletes' health and increase stamina
- Applied protective taping and devices to injury-prone athletes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Immunology And Infection
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04.2026
Associate of Science - Biology
Camosun College
Victoria05-2022
High School Diploma -
Western Canada Highschool
Calgary, AB06.2021
Skills
- Presentation development
- Data compiling
- Database searches
- Experiment development
- Tissue processing for live tissue culture preparation
- Proficient in immunofluorescence techniques
- Proficient in protein quantification techniques
- Proficient in gel electrophoresis
Awards
Lifetime Honors Society member
Hobbies and Interests
- Botany
- Mycology
- Reading
- Running
- Sudoku
Accreditation
- CPR Certified
- Standard/Emergency First Aid Certified
- BSL Certified
- Bronze Cross Certified
- Excel level one certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research Assistant
Hemmings Lab
05.2024 - 07.2024
Lab Assistant
Aiken/McKenzie Lab
06.2023 - 08.2023
Sales Associate
GardenWorks Cordova Bay
09.2021 - 12.2021
River Watch
09.2020 - 09.2020
Volunteer Soccer Coach
Calgary Foothills Soccer Club
06.2020 - 09.2020
Office Clerk
JDHP Consulting
03.2020 - Current
Sports Medicine Trainer
Western Canada High School
09.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Immunology And Infection
University of Alberta
Associate of Science - Biology
Camosun College
High School Diploma -
Western Canada Highschool
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