ABOUT
Hi, I'm Ethan
With a B.S in Biochemistry and a minor in economics, I have considerable experience working on both small- and large-scale research projects. I've used my passion for research and data modeling in the fields of chemistry, molecular biology, and neuroscience to gain valuable experience in fast paced and highly efficient laboratories.
In my spare time I play guitar, piano and drums, and compose music. I follow golf, football, and am an avid F1 fan.
I am currently looking for a full-time position in a research focused lab.
SKILLS
Areas of Expertise
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Biochemical/Molecular/Cellular Biology: PCR, ddPCR, gel electrophoresis, ELISA, NMR spectroscopy, DNA extraction, microscopy, aseptic technique, pipetting, pH titration.
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Data Modeling: RStudio, Python, Excel, Command line, Med Associates programming, MedPC to Excel, Snapgene, QX Manager, Qiime2.
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Technical: soldering, circuit board repair, repair and usage of Med Associates equipment, usage of Qiacube connect system and various protocols.
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Animal Model: rat husbandry and care, subcutaneous and intraperitoneal injections on rats, suturing, intracranial brain surgery on rats, rat anesthesia training.
WORK EXPERIENCE
April 2022 - January 2023
Research Technician/
UNH eDNA Processing Lab
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Archived, extracted, amplified and processed eDNA samples for several projects contracted by the team.
September 2020 - June 2021
Clinical Lab Assistant/
UNH Covid Lab
Spring/Fall 2022
UNH Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
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Population Genetics
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Intro to Physics 2
EDUCATION
May 2022
B.S. Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Minor in Economics
University of New Hampshire, Durham
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Advanced GPA: 3.75
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Dean’s list High Honors, Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Spring 2022
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Dean’s list Honors, Fall 2021
May 2023
Graduate Certificate, Data Science
University of New Hampshire, Durham
PhD, Neurobiology
Boston University, Boston
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Withdrawn, May 2024
PUBLICATIONS & CONFERENCES
Effects of Inactivation of the Corticostriatal Pathway Projecting from Infralimbic Cortex to Posterior Dorsomedial Caudate-Putamen on Learning in Male Rats
Publication promised
Establishing Behavioral and Neurobiological Markers Associated with Ethanol Vulnerable Endophenotype
Undergraduate Research Award
Publication promised
National Conference of Undergraduate Research
Eau Claire, WI
Poster Author, Identifying Vulnerable Ethanol Endophenotypes using Behavioral and Neurobiological Markers
PROJECTS
LET'S WORK TOGETHER
ethan.okeefe712@gmail.com