Ruth Hastings, B.S.
Ruth Hastings, B.S.
Highly motivated and detail-oriented recent graduate seeking a laboratory position to contribute to the development of research and innovative therapeutics. Eager to apply extensive laboratory experience, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative mindset to drive the success of a research team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Enthusiastic about learning new techniques such as ELISA, RT-PCR, IHC, and mammalian cell culture.
Education
August 2014- May 2018
California State University Monterey Bay
BS in Molecular Biology, Minor in Chemistry
Relevant Work
March 2023 - Present
Independent Research
Ongoing investigation of recent studies on prion disease pathogenesis and biomarkers.
Comparison of research design approaches using different mouse models.
October 2021 - March 2023
In Vivo Technologist - The Jackson Laboratory
Provided support to scientists for the commercial and product development teams.
Prepared reagents, aliquots, and inventory management.
Worked in a BSL2 sterile environment with immune-compromised mice, using aseptic techniques.
Executed basic in vivo pharmacology procedures, such as blood sample collections via cardiac punctures and subcutaneous (SC), intraperitoneal (IP), and intravenous (IV) dosing.
Maintained detailed and accurate study records to ensure research integrity and compliance.
Performed necropsies to collect tissue and tumor samples for further analysis.
Banked tumor tissues for cryopreservation, maintaining sample viability.
Executed routine decontamination of the vivarium and instruments to uphold lab safety standards.
August 2017 — April 2021
Research Assistant - California State University Monterey Bay, Seaside, CA
Performed DNA extraction for molecular analysis and aligned gene sequence data.
Edited content and facilitated communication between research staff and principal investigator.
August 2017 - December 2018, August 2020 - April 2021
Performed mDNA extraction from c. vrolikii fin clips, aligned and edited sequence data, performed statistical analysis in R, proofreading and editing of research paper
Liu, S. Y. V., Green, J., Briggs, D., Hastings, R., Jondelius, Y., Kensinger, S., Leever, H., Santos, S., Throne, T., Cheng, C., Madduppa, H., Toonen, R. J., Gaither, M. R., & Crandall, E. D. (2021). Dongsha Atoll is an important stepping-stone that promotes regional genetic connectivity in the South China Sea. PeerJ, 9, e12063. https://peerj.com/articles/12063/
Oncology, Toxicology, & Pharmacology Studies
In Vivo Procedures
Project Management
Tissue and Microsurgery
Pre-Clinical Studies
Laboratory Skills
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Antiseptic/Septic Techniques
Mouse Models
Animal Care
Sample Preparation
Molecular Biology
Research and Development (R&D)
Immunofluorescence
Attention to Detail
Communication
Microsoft Office