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Yolibeth Ramirez Nieves

Gurabo

Summary

An undergraduated biology student with the compromise to acquire as much knowledge as I can in order to become a professional and be a successful citizen in my society.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Microbiology Lab Assistant

Merck LPO
Las Piedras
02.2024 - Current
  • Performed PCR, ELISA, and other molecular techniques to analyze bacterial samples.
  • Observed microscopic slides of cultures for identification purposes.
  • Conducted quality control tests on laboratory equipment and materials.
  • Ensured safety regulations were followed at all times in the lab environment.
  • Operated a variety of laboratory instruments such as spectrophotometers, centrifuges, and autoclaves.
  • Collected samples from various sources according to protocol requirements.
  • Prepared culture plates for analysis using sterile technique.

Operations

Merck LPO
Las Piedras
02.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
  • Met deadlines for completion of assigned tasks efficiently and effectively.
  • Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
  • Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
  • Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
  • Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

USDA

NRCT Universidad de Puerto Rico
Rio Piedras
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Investigate and report changes in the ecosystem.
  • Provide workshops with science topics to elementary school children.
  • Collaborate with community orchard and forests.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.

Administrative Assistant

Universidad Ana G. Mendez
Gurabo
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
  • Managed physical and digital files, monitored spreadsheets and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
  • Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel.
  • Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.

Laboratory Assistant

Universidad Ana G. Méndez
Gurabo
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Preparation of samples and bacterial culture media
  • Sterilization and organization of laboratories.
  • Assist in the inventory process of laboratory equipment and materials, replenishment of First Aid Kit materials by laboratory.
  • Pre-laboratory activities in the Human Anatomy and Physiology area: preparation of materials, equipment and solutions (eg Kit of slides, tissues) for laboratory experiences.
  • Post-Laboratory Activities Human Anatomy and Physiology area: collection and organization of materials and equipment.
  • Cleaning and maintenance of laboratory materials (eg dissection trays, glassware, models etc.)
  • Also assist in the preparation of materials for the Biology and Zoology Laboratory courses.

Oncology Research Assistant

Universidad Centrar del Caribe
Bayamón, PR
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Phytonutrients and phytochemicals as potential cancer therapies.
  • Development of protein-based nanoparticle drug delivery systemsDrugs repurposed as Pt ligands to overcome acquired resistance in cancer
  • Techniques: UV/vis and fluorescence spectrophotometry, Real Time-PCR, dialysis, centrifugation, agarose and polyacrylamide electrophoresis, confocal and fluorescence microscopy, SEM, DLS, lyophilization.

Elementary Teacher, Second and Third Grades

Colegio Gaby
Gurabo
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Devised lesson plans in alignment with state curriculum standards and created balanced instructional programs, demonstrations and work time to meet educational and instructional goals.
  • Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
  • Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
  • Identified student needs and collaborated with faculty to resolve social, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
  • Directed individualized instruction in various subjects to achieve educational goals and drive curriculum requirements.

Forest Service

National Forest Yunque
Rio Grande
05.2020 - 07.2020
  • Research new marine species
  • Plant and bird census
  • Weekly workshops on various ecology topics given by researchers, Eco exploratorio and NASA.
  • Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.

Chemistry Research Assistant

Universidad Ana G. Méndez
Gurabo
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • Sythesis, characterization of biological activity of organic compounds, for the control and treatment of pests in crops in Puerto Rico.
  • Evaluated grading of product quality against published specifications to maintain consistently high-quality standards.
  • Conducted sampling programs to analyze quality standards of raw materials, chemical intermediates and products.
  • Documented experiment findings in technical lab reports and data graphs.
  • Set up and maintained laboratory instruments using troubleshooting and correction of malfunctioning equipment.

Education

Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Ana G. Mendez
Carolina
01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Biology Pre-Medical

Universidad Ana G. Méndez
Gurabo, PR
07.2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Office: Word, Power Point, Excel and Publisher
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Lab Equipment Operation
  • Empirical Research
  • Analyzing and Synthesizing Data
  • Problem-Solving
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Preparing Samples and Specimens
  • Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis
  • Quality Assurance
  • Leading Discussion Groups

Languages

  • Bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Certification

    Citi Program

    · RCR Faculty/ Students and Research in Biomedical Research

    · RCR Refresher Course

    · Covid-19 Training

    Voluntary Work

    • Foundation creator in process: Gestos de Amor (2022, actual)
    • Beach cleaning (2022) Humacao, San Juan, PR
    • Shadowing (2019-2021) Hospital Hima Caguas, PR
    • Bioblitz (2019- 2020) Bosque Palmas del Mar, PR
    • Service in community gardens (2019-2020) Área de San Juan, PR
    • Coffe pick (2017) Hacienda Muñoz San Lorenzo, PR

    Timeline

    Microbiology Lab Assistant

    Merck LPO
    02.2024 - Current

    Operations

    Merck LPO
    02.2023 - Current

    Oncology Research Assistant

    Universidad Centrar del Caribe
    08.2021 - 05.2022

    Elementary Teacher, Second and Third Grades

    Colegio Gaby
    08.2021 - 05.2022

    Laboratory Assistant

    Universidad Ana G. Méndez
    01.2021 - 07.2022

    Administrative Assistant

    Universidad Ana G. Mendez
    01.2021 - 07.2022

    Forest Service

    National Forest Yunque
    05.2020 - 07.2020

    USDA

    NRCT Universidad de Puerto Rico
    01.2019 - 01.2023

    Chemistry Research Assistant

    Universidad Ana G. Méndez
    01.2019 - 05.2020

    Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences

    Ana G. Mendez

    Bachelor of Science - Biology Pre-Medical

    Universidad Ana G. Méndez
    Yolibeth Ramirez Nieves