TEGA Therapeutics, Inc.

Scientist II

UC San Diego

Laboratory of Dr. Philip Gordts
•	Identified a new target gene in the liver affected by Human Milk Oligosaccharide (HMO) treatment
•	Demonstrated anti-inflammatory effects of HMOs in endothelial and macrophage cell culture models
•	Assessed in vivo biological effects of HMOs in a hyperlipidemia murine model
•	Co-coordinated GlycoBootcamp 2023 (focus on ganglioside and N-glycan methodologies)
•	Co-designed and implemented new community-based paper selection model for Glycobiology Journal Club
•	Co-designed and implemented new practical activities for Glycobiology module of Biomedical Sciences Graduate Intro Course (BIOM200) 
•	Assisted with evaluations of student oral and written finals for Biomedical Sciences Graduate Intro Course (BIOM200)
•	Completed Pathways to Scientific Teaching course and developed a lesson plan to integrate glycobiology within the central dogma

K12 Fellow Postdoctoral Researcher

Summer Session I 2018, Summer Session II 2019, Summer Session II 2021
• Instructed an upper division elective class of 60-80 students in the Biochemistry of Nutrition as part of the Summer Graduate Teaching Scholars Program
• Utilized active learning strategies and encouraged growth mindset approaches
• Engaged students of diverse backgrounds in course materials through inclusive strategies
• Incorporated discussion and project-based learning to enhance critical thinking in students
• Integrated appropriate and relevant technology to promote student engagement

Instructor of Record (Associate In) - Division of Biological Sciences

Laboratory of Dr. Jeffrey Esko:
• Mapped heparin/heparan sulfate binding site in protein of interest through site-directed mutagenesis and biochemical characterization of resulting mutant proteins
• Identified two amino acids critical for protein of interest’s interaction with Heparan Sulfate
• Utilized Crispr-Cas9-mediated technology to generate and characterize a novel mouse model expressing Heparan Sulfate Binding Deficient Protein of Interest (HSBD-POI)
• Mentored undergraduate student researchers and taught specialized lab techniques to other graduate students and postdoctoral fellows

PhD Candidate in Biomedical Sciences

• Planned various events for students, faculty and alumni 
• Managed $18,000 yearly budget for the council
• First Year Representative 	        Fall 2013 – Spring 2014
• Webmaster/Social Media Chair 	Fall 2014 – Spring 2015
• Career Committee	                Fall 2015 – Spring 2016
• Co-president 	                        Fall 2016 – Spring 2017
• Career Committee 	                Spring 2017 – Spring 2019
• Chair of Career Committee 	        Fall 2017 – Spring 2018

Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program - Graduate Student Council

• Co-founded blog for BMS Students to write about various topics related to our program and current research at UCSD

Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program - BMS Times

• Independently prepared for and facilitated two sections a week
• Analyzed course assessments for Bloom’s Taxonomy and adapted sections to match
• Recorded weekly reflections on effectiveness of strategies for improvement
• Addressed students with disabilities’ needs during exams
• Mentored other Instructional Assistants during grading process

Graduate Instructional Assistant - Division of Biological Sciences

• Evaluated ~80 applications to the UCSD Biomedical Sciences PhD program
• Reviewed all program applications as part of a council of current students and faculty
• Organized and coordinated recruitment events for two interview weekends

Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program - Admission Committee Member

San Diego Glycobiology Conference

• Reviewed abstract submissions from trainees for invited talks and poster pitches
• Discussed abstract submissions with NextGen committee of fellow trainees
• Developed conference events to promote trainee socialization and belonging

Next Generation Seminar Committee

University of Utah

• Cultured batches of Escherichia coli and insect cells for protein production
• Purified protein (sulfotransferase and heparinase enzymes) using nickel-sepharose columns 
• Analyzed proteins using SDS-PAGE, Coomassie, Silver Staining and Western Blot techniques
• Produced mass quantities of substrate (heparosan) for enzymatic modifications
• Coordinated purchasing and managed laboratory inventory

Lab Technician

• Prepared for and facilitated three group discussions a week for undergraduate students
• Mentored SI leaders about SI program principles and teaching skills
• Monitored progression of student leaders towards program standards
• Assessed SI Leaders’ teaching strategies and provided constructive feedback to SI leaders

Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader, Supervisor and Tutor

Biochemist/Glycoscientist with 11 years of biomedical research experience. Specific skillset in protein purification, biochemical assay development, and characterization of novel mouse models. Reflective and adaptable undergraduate educator that researches and implements active learning strategies to promote student-centered education.

Strong written and oral interpersonal communication skills within independent and collaborative research experiences. Broad expertise in biochemistry and molecular biology methodologies including site-directed mutagenesis, affinity and size exclusion chromatography, ELISAs, immunoblotting, PCR/qPCR, and microscopy.

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