Genevieve C Catellier

Drake University

Aug 2014 to 2000
Research Assistant
Willis Auto Campus

Apr 2013 to 2000
Administrative Assistant
Blank Park Zoo
Des Moines, IA
Sep 2011 to Jun 2013
Research Assistant
Rapids Reproductions
Urbandale, IA
Sep 2011 to Jun 2013
MBI supervisor

Drake University
Des Moines, IA
2011 to 2015
BA in Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology
Drake University
Des Moines, IA
2011
Bachelor of Science in Biology

Computer: extensive use of Microsoft Office for PC and Macintosh systems; basic Java coding. Chemistry: titrations, extractions, filtrations, synthesis, thin-layer chromatography, gas chromatography, column chromatography, salting out, separations, solubility tests, melting point and boiling point determination, determination of index of refraction, reflux, recrystallization, buffer preparation, use of pH scale, and protein isolation. Spectroscopy: UV, visible, IR, NMR, and mass spectroscopy. Microbiology: bacterial staining, streak, spread, and pour plating methods, identification of bacteria, diagnostic biochemical tests for bacteria types, selective media use, aseptic and sterile techniques, and optical microscopy. Professional: extensive communication skills strengthened through research and scientific presentations to the public; strong writing skills developed through schooling and ability to write detailed, clear, and concise lab reports and other essays, and strong customer service skills developed through previous employment. Teamwork: strong ability to work with a group of people on projects and goals though labs and research as well as in the service sector. Language skills: conversationally adequate in French (9 years of study) and Japanese (5 years of study).