University Of Illinois Work Values

Daily Duties at University Of Illinois :

• Developed a novel chemical approach to bioconjugate N-Cadherin to study the protein roles in (cell adhesion, trophic factor secretion, differentiation and signal transduction ) neural network formation and angiogenesis • Author of scientific literature that identify the role of N-Cadherin protein in mesenchymal stem cells and primary cortical neural cultures • Develop and improved the experimental protocols need it to identify the role of N-Cadherin protein in the stem cell differentiation, trophic factor secretion and adhesion • Engineered mammalian cells for protein expression • Experience culturing and maintaining several different cells lines (stem cells, primary neurons, fibroblast, pc12 and cancer cell lines) • In-vitro and in-vivo studies that involved the use of recombinant protein/antibodies used as markers and protein identification • Stem cells and primary tissue culture studies to assess and induce cell differentiation and proliferation with the protein or polymer of interest • Conducted in-vitro studies with mesenchymal stem cells and primary cortical neurons on synthesized and modified polymers which led to a publication in the Biomacromolecules Journal • Engineered gene and proteins of interest expressed in bacteria and/or mammalian • Collected and analyzed data from signal transduction and calcium studies to determine the viability and functionality of the cells in 2D/3D bioconstructs • Successful in-vivo angiogenic studies with chicken embryos implanted with encapsulated mesenchymal stem cells in collagen gels • Extensive statistical knowledge applied to experimental designed and validation of hypothesis • Manage multidisciplinary collaborations with teams of 5 and undergraduates thesis research • Trained undergraduate and graduate students in different molecular cell biology techniques • Developed a spreadsheet system for freezer and supplies inventory • Saved 40% on laboratory costs by negotiating with sales reps the supplies and equipment and need it • Grant proposal writing proficient, which led to the award of the Graduate Research Fellowship by National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship Program (IGERT-NSF) • Prepare monthly and annual reports for grant revision by NSF and IGERT NSF, as well as to the graduate program • Held monthly and annual meetings onsite/offsite, including the use of video conference calls to discussed lessons learned, program milestones and objectives with the graduate program coordinators and research collaborators

What they like about University Of Illinois :

Working for a company with an emphasis on social values and helping society is a clear and important priority for you - a critical factor in who you choose to work for. In contrast to other factors, you place an organization's reputation for fairness and concern for the community above most other aspects of the company. As you search for a new job opportunity, it is usually possible to find out if the company is involved in the community and/or if it is addressing problems and issues in society. Pay special attention to non-profit organizations and those specifically involved in social action. Moreover, speaking with current and former employees should enlighten you to perceptions of the fairness of the company's leaders and the treatment of employees.

Tags

Biomaterials, Tissue Engineering , Molecular and Cell Biology, Analytical Chemistry , Polymer Science, Biochemical Engineering, Neuroscience , Data Analysis, Statistics

Skills

 Tissue Engineering  Biomaterials  Microfabrication of Devices  Molecular Cell Biology  Protein Synthesis/Purification/Isolation  Radioactive and Fluorescent Labeling  Immunhistochemical Techniques  2D/3D Mammalian Cell Culture ,  DNA/RNA Purification  PCR and RT-PCR  Western and Northern Blotting  Gel Electrophoresis  Cloning  In-Vitro/In-Vivo Studies  HPLC/FPLC  Development of Biomarker Essays  Biochemical Engineering  Neuroscience  Calcium

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