Ying Cai
Edmonton,AB
Summary
I have a strong academic background with extensive laboratory experience, demonstrating my ability to adapt to new environments and handle a variety of tasks. During my master’s program at the University of Alberta, I also demonstrated strong communication skills and effective time management. In addition, I have developed resilience in physical work through previous internship experiences. I am highly motivated to work in a library setting because I have a strong focus on self-improvement in my life.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Anne Laarman
Edmonton, Alberta
10.2023 - 08.2024
Fundamental laboratory work in animal science (primarily for research in dairy calves and cows), including animal tissue histology analysis, RNA extraction from tissue samples, ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay), and colorimetric analysis for evaluating animal stress and antioxidant capacity. Combine with some scientific writing such as research proposal writing.
Education
Master of Science - Animal Science
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB05-2025
Skills
1 Good Communication Skills
Although I am not a native English speaker, I am confident in my English communication skills and my ability to work effectively in a team I successfully completed many group assignments with both undergraduate and graduate peers during my coursework To demonstrate my English proficiency, I achieved an overall IELTS score of 75 in December 2024, reflecting strong skills in listening, speaking, writing, and reading
2 Effective Time Management Skills
I experienced many busy periods in school while managing multiple demanding tasks Successfully managing my time was one of the key factors that contributed to my academic success
3 Strong Resilience in Handling Physical Labor
I completed two internship experiences—one on a goose farm and the other on a swine farm—for a total of six months before coming to Canada (between 2018 and 2022 during my undergraduate studies in China) The swine farm position, in particular, involved labor-intensive tasks such as prolonged standing, handling piglets, carrying feed, and maintaining cleanliness These experiences demonstrated my ability to handle physically demanding work
Languages
English
Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Research Assistant
Anne Laarman
10.2023 - 08.2024
Master of Science - Animal Science
University of Alberta
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