Niklas Buchner
Wollongong,,Australia
Summary
Driven 22-year old graduate looking to secure a position or internship in a pharmaceutical/biotechnology setting overseas to learn skills in a new field and gain valuable experience. Proven reliability and versatility in both clinical and research lab setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Aide
Southern IML Pathology
Wollongong, NSW
04.2021 - Current
- Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
- Operated and maintained various scientific lab equipment and machines including Biosafety cabinets, *AMPLIFICATION MACHINE* and an Atellica 1500 Automated Urinalysis system
- Identified microorganisms present in urine, swab, sputum, tissue and bodily fluid samples and cultivated strains to support clinical diagnostics.
- Performed COVID-19 PCR tests and processed positive and negative results according to established protocols and reporting guidelines.
- Safely handled and tested samples with potential high risk microorganisms, including Risk Group 3 microorganisms such as Yersinia Pestis, Mycobacterium Tuberculosis and SARS-CoV-2.
- Worked in conjunction with pathologists, hospitals and state health authorities to investigate atypical results and determine appropriate action.
- Protected individual confidentiality as prescribed by local, state and federal mandates.
- Quickly adapted to ever-changing regulations, methods and work loads, particularly in respect to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Research Student
Illawarra Health And Medical Research Institute
Wollongong, NSW
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Worked with principal investigators (Watson Group and Sluyter Group) to assist qualitative research into the treatment of blood cancers.
- Designed and completed a unique research project on a novel method for assaying potential depletion drugs in the treatment of Graft-Versus-Host-Disease (GVHD).
- Gathered, corrected and compiled vast research data and contextual information into a concise scientific report upon completion of my project, entitled A high throughput assay for identification of novel depletion drugs for the treatment of graft-versus-host disease. (attached)
- Developed a keen understanding of various laboratory methods, which included cell culture, cell staining, proliferation assays, analysis and immunotyping of cell populations via flow cytometry and isolation of human peripheral blood mononuclear cells from fresh blood specimens.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques and procedures in a safe, efficient manner. This included testing novel methods and compiling protocols for future use in the lab.
- Analyzed and compiled data into various charts, graphs and scientific figures using FlowJo, Graphpad and other software.
- Explored and evaluated peer-reviewed literature in a field of research to understand and summarize the contextual background for a research project
- Operated and developed a proficiency for working with multiple models of flow cytometer, namely the BD LSRFortessa and the Attune NxT.
Bar Supervisor
Red Square Cafe Bar
Wollongong, NSW
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Completed bar opening and closing procedures.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines and mixers.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations and resolving issues
- Performed managerial roles in the absence of the owner
Education
Bachelor of Medical Biotechnology -
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW06.2021
Skills
- Fluent in English and German
- Contributing Team Player
- Receptive Work Ethic
- Aseptic Techniques
- Experimental Procedures
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Mechanical and Electrical Devices
- Biology and Chemistry Training
- Data Analysis and Documentation
- Report Preparation
- Biohazard Disposal
Timeline
Laboratory Aide
Southern IML Pathology
04.2021 - Current
Research Student
Illawarra Health And Medical Research Institute
02.2021 - 07.2022
Bar Supervisor
Red Square Cafe Bar
08.2018 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Medical Biotechnology -
University of Wollongong