Maureen Meijer
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Forensic DNA graduate with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Forensic Laboratory Science. Specializes in touch DNA analysis and has extensive experience in forensic DNA analysis. Proficient in DNA transfer analysis, contamination control, quantitative PCR, and DNA extraction techniques. Demonstrates expertise in handling low-level DNA evidence to ensure accurate and reliable forensic DNA profiling. Fluent in English and Dutch languages. Dutch citizen with U.S. work permit.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship Student
UC Davis - Forensic Science Graduate Program
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted DNA transfer analysis, evaluating primary and secondary transfer scenarios to enhance DNA evidence interpretation
- Applied stringent decontamination protocols to minimize cross-contamination risks in forensic samples
- Performed qPCR to measure DNA quantity, interpreting data to assess DNA concentration and quality for profiling
- Achieved high-yield, high-purity DNA extractions, essential for downstream forensic analysis
Internship Student
Joint Deployable Exploitation and Analysis Laboratory (JDEAL)/ European Defence Agency (EDA)
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Researched Rapid DNA platform applications for profiling low-level DNA in technical exploitation contexts
R&D Chemist
Hyet Solar Netherlands B.V.
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Ensured lab safety and instruments maintenance, supporting efficient and compliant lab operations
Research Assistant
Chevron
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Conducted quality analyses and maintained equipment integrity
Education
BASc. - Forensic Laboratory Science
Van Hall Larenstein
Leeuwarden, NL12.2024
A.A.S. - Chemistry
Rijn IJssel College
Arnhem, NL07.2018
Skills
- DNA Transfer Analysis
- Contamination Control
- Quantitative PCR (qPCR)
- RNA & DNA extraction and purification techniques
- GeneMarker Software for STR profiles interpretation
- Rapid DNA platforms (ANDE6C and RapidHIT ID System)
- SPSS Statistics
- Microsoft Office
- Problem-solving
- Fast learner
- Research
- Foreign language fluency
WORK PERMIT STATUS
Dutch citizen with a U.S. work permit
Languages
Dutch
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Internship Student
UC Davis - Forensic Science Graduate Program
02.2024 - 10.2024
Internship Student
Joint Deployable Exploitation and Analysis Laboratory (JDEAL)/ European Defence Agency (EDA)
08.2023 - 01.2024
R&D Chemist
Hyet Solar Netherlands B.V.
07.2018 - 07.2020
Research Assistant
Chevron
06.2017 - 08.2017
BASc. - Forensic Laboratory Science
Van Hall Larenstein
A.A.S. - Chemistry
Rijn IJssel College
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