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Natalie Choy

Caulfield,VIC

Summary

Hardworking and motivated individual driven to pursue a career in molecular biology research. Adept at multitasking and organisation, leveraged time management and laboratory skills at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre to enhance research productivity and quality. Ability to collaborate effectively contributed to achieving project goals ahead of schedule, demonstrating a strong blend of analytical and interpersonal abilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
07.2024 - Current
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
  • Designed and executed experiments for research projects.

Team Member

Grill'd
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.

Summer Research Intern

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
  • Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills by identifying potential issues in experimental design and proposing appropriate solutions to maintain project integrity.
  • Enhanced research efficiency by organizing and maintaining a detailed database of collected data.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops and seminars to stay current on industry trends and best practices.

Kitchen Prep Cook

Black Star Pastry
12.2021 - 02.2023
  • Assisted chefs with food prepping including fruit cutting, ingredient preparation, and pastry/cake decoration.
  • Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.

Education

Bachelor of Biomedicine (Degree With Honours) - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology

University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC
07.2024

International Baccalaureate -

Island School
Hong Kong
07.2020

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Microsoft Office
  • Attention to Detail
  • Lab Equipment Operation
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Data Collection
  • Data Analysis
  • Recordkeeping
  • Scientific Experiments

Publications

Glancy, E., Choy, N., & Eckersley-Maslin, M. A. (2024). Bivalent chromatin: a developmental balancing act tipped in cancer. Biochemical Society Transactions. https://doi.org/10.1042/bst20230426

Timeline

Research Assistant

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
07.2024 - Current

Team Member

Grill'd
08.2023 - 07.2024

Summer Research Intern

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
11.2022 - 02.2023

Kitchen Prep Cook

Black Star Pastry
12.2021 - 02.2023

Bachelor of Biomedicine (Degree With Honours) - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology

University of Melbourne

International Baccalaureate -

Island School
Natalie Choy