Jake O'Shea

A highly skilled scientist holding an honors bachelor's degree in biochemistry and microbiology, complemented by a robust background in pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing. Backed by extensive experience in customer service, supervision, and construction roles, I have cultivated universal skills including line management, adaptability, critical thinking, teamwork, and thriving in high-pressure environments. Demonstrating proficiency in recent roles, I have honed effective line and project management abilities, consistently prioritizing health and safety in the workplace.

• Conducted Honours research at NUIG's Centre for Chromosome Biology in a state-of-the-art biochemistry lab.
• Supervised by Prof. Ciaran Morrison, explored Centrin 2 protein roles in Hydractinia echinata, designing and validating an antibody.
• Utilized diverse biochemistry skills: spectrophotometry, molecular cloning, PCR, chromatography, electrophoresis.
• Applied aseptic techniques, professionalism, and meticulous documentation.
• Tasks included cell culture, western blotting, Lowry protein assay, and protein complex immunoprecipitation.

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