Detail-oriented individual with strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, seeking an entry-level position in the pharmaceutical industry. Eager to contribute to team success and committed to continuous learning and growth.
Hi, I’m
Yiyang Liu
Kingston,ON
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Queen's University
Research Lab Technician
2024.06 - Current (3 months)
Job overview
- Maintained detailed documentation on experiments performed in lab.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Demonstrated proficiency in a range of cell and molecular biology techniques, including western blot, cell culture, immunofluorescence imaging, cell differentiation assays, magnetic-activated cell sorting, PCR, ultracentrifugation, size-exclusion chromatography, extracellular vesicles isolation.
- Strictly adherence to biosafety guidelines and handled human blood and body fluid samples.
- Conducted literature review and summarized key findings.
- Troubleshooting of experimental processes and technical issues and improved existing laboratory protocols.
- Collaborated with research team members to design and execute experiments and test new protocols.
- Presented research findings to principle investigator and research team members and established strong communication with research team and collaborators, leading to better collaboration and research outcomes.
McGill University, Department of Biochemistry
Biochemistry Research Assistant
2023.08 - 2023.11 (3 months)
Job overview
- Assisted graduate students and principal investigator with daily research tasks, data collection, and reporting.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and results interpretation.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing experiments.
Queen's University, Peer Support Center
Peer Support Volunteer
2020.09 - 2021.04 (7 months)
Job overview
- Completed multiple training on mental health, suicide prevention and interpersonal & intercultural communication.
- Provided personal peer-based support to students at Queen’s University.
- Dedicated to be an empathetic and warm-hearted listener, provided a safe and confidential environment for students and connected them to resources.
Queen’s University
Biochemistry Specialization Thesis Project
2020.07 - 2021.04 (9 months)
Job overview
- Focused on cellular stress and mitochondrial changes in viral infections, adapting research due to the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak.
Chinese Academy of Science (Institute of Chemical Physics)
Summer Research Student
2019.06 - 2019.07 (1 month)
Job overview
- Adapted quickly to new research techniques and technologies, conducted daily experiments, compiled and reported data.
- Ensured accurate documentation of experimental procedures and results by maintaining detailed lab notebooks.
Chinese Academy of Science (Institute of Applied Ecology)
Summer Research Student
2018.06 - 2018.07 (1 month)
Job overview
- Worked on E.coli cultivation, cloning, and enzyme purification.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews for project background information, informing experimental design decisions.
Education
McGill University
Master of Science from Biochemistry
11.2023
University Overview
- Completed thesis: Inhibition of protein tyrosine phosphatase 1B (PTP1B) promotes muscle stem cell differentiation in Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
- Collaborated with scholars in Canada and France and conducted research on muscle stem cell dysfunction in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
- Presented research project at McGill Regenerative Medicine Conference.
- Published paper: Modulating Myogenesis: An Optimized In Vitro Assay to Pharmacologically Influence Primary Myoblast Differentiation.
- Received McGill University Regenerative Medicine Scholarship.
- Completed Coursework: Clinical Application of Regenerative Medicine, Protein Biology & Proteomics, and proficient at lab techniques.
- 3.65 GPA.
Queen’s University
Bachelor of Science from Biochemistry
05.2021
University Overview
- Queen’s University Principal Scholarship.
- Dean’s Honor List.
- Completed Coursework: · Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Protein Structure and Function, Advanced Biochemistry Laboratory, Pharmacology, and Immunity and Infection.
- 3.89 GPA.
- Honors thesis project: Mitochondrial fusion and fission during viral infection.
- Volunteered at peer support center, exchange buddy program, and orientation week.
Skills
Laboratory techniques
Cell and molecular biology techniques
Scientific writing
Excellent communication
Team collaboration
Multitasking and adaptability
Problem-solving abilities
Continuous Improvement
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Research Lab Technician
Queen's University
2024.06 - Current (3 months)
Biochemistry Research Assistant
McGill University, Department of Biochemistry
2023.08 - 2023.11 (3 months)
Peer Support Volunteer
Queen's University, Peer Support Center
2020.09 - 2021.04 (7 months)
Biochemistry Specialization Thesis Project
Queen’s University
2020.07 - 2021.04 (9 months)
Summer Research Student
Chinese Academy of Science (Institute of Chemical Physics)
2019.06 - 2019.07 (1 month)
Summer Research Student
Chinese Academy of Science (Institute of Applied Ecology)
2018.06 - 2018.07 (1 month)
McGill University
Master of Science from Biochemistry
Queen’s University
Bachelor of Science from Biochemistry
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