Jasmine Lee

Passionate in both aquaculture and research.

Detail-oriented and research-driven with strong experience in supporting scientific research, maintaining laboratory safety, and ensuring quality in both academic and industrial settings. Proficient in operating laboratory equipment, conducting material and chemical analysis, and preparing technical documentation including risk assessments, SOPs, and audit reports. Committed to upholding stringent safety protocols and regulatory compliance (NEA, SPF, EduTrust), while consistently delivering accurate and reliable results.

Passionate about science, continuous improvement, and contributing to innovative research projects. Dedicated to promoting a culture of safety, quality, and integrity in every aspect of laboratory operations.

Willing to learn.

AQUACULTURE RESEARCH TECHNICIAN — PONTUS RESEARCH GROUP

• Perform daily husbandry of trial species (shrimp), ensuring optimal welfare through precise feeding, system maintenance, and water quality monitoring.
• Record and analyse aquaculture system parameters (water chemistry, physical conditions) to support experimental reliability and animal health.
• Collect, process, and prepare biological and environmental samples for laboratory analysis; compile and verify resulting datasets.
• Maintain accurate records of feeding, growth performance, and trial outcomes, ensuring compliance with research protocols.
• Collaborate with colleagues to conduct statistical analyses, prepare technical reports, and communicate findings to clients.
• Identify and resolve issues related to livestock health, experimental design, and system performance, contributing to continuous process improvement.

LAB TECHNICIAN — 3M

• Contribute to ongoing research and development (R&D) projects by supporting experimental design, conducting trials, collecting data, and reporting findings to engineers and scientists.
• Operate and maintain a 4.5m blown film machine, assist with resin loading and extrusion processes in support of material performance research and process optimization. 
• Assist in masterbatch generation using hot extruder lines; handle polymer materials safely and effectively.
• Conduct die build-up studies on small extruder machines, capturing high-resolution hot polymer melt images at fixed intervals over extended test durations (e.g., 6 hours) for analysis.
• Conduct various chemical, physical, and mechanical analyses in accordance with test plans to evaluate new materials, formulations, and processing techniques.
• Interpret and document test results, assisting in research data tracking, trend identification, and formulation improvements. 
• Support formulation studies and material behaviour investigations by working closely with research engineers and providing accurate and repeatable experimental data. 
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and ensure safe handling and disposal of polymer waste after each test.
• Follow standardized testing procedures and adhere to strict safety and quality compliance protocols in a collaborative, self-directed team environment.
• Apply mechanical aptitude to set up, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment used in material testing and prototype trials.
• Supervise and train interns in lab operations, experiment setup, safety procedures, and data recording.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure audit readiness by maintaining detailed lab records, asset inventories, and procedural documentation.
• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to align with current practices and audit standards.
• Responsible for preparing and maintaining essential documentation, including:
• Risk Assessments for experimental protocols and equipment use.
• Audit Findings reports and follow-up actions for compliance improvements.
• AFD (Action for Development) documentation to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• MOC (Management of Change) paperwork to track and implement updates to processes, equipment, or materials within the lab.

LAB TECHNICIAN cum ACAD ASSISTANT — DIMENSIONS INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE

• Planning monthly lab schedule for all classes
• Preparing monthly lab reports
• Doing set up, trial and demonstration for all experiments.
• Monthly Inventory list and stock taking for equipment, chemical, lab coat
• Always update all chemical and equipment list
• Ensure the purchasing of chemical is within the quantity as license is applied. Ensure the chemical purchases are not controlled substances by NEA and SPF. Records of EP and hazardous substance records are needed
• Prepare GHS Label for every chemical bottle
• Disposing of chemicals based on government legislation
• Update all safety manual and emergency response plan, risk assessment form, chemical and
• environment evaluation checklist
• Safety orientation is given to all students at the start of the lab session. Ensure that students have signed the induction checklist
• Ensure that all students follow the lab rules and regulation for every lab session
• Ensure that there are enough PPE in the lab
• Orientation is given to all new teachers. New teachers must fill the lab orientation form before they start their lab session
• Training will be given to teachers for standardizing techniques when doing experiments
• Preparing mock practical exams for all classes
• Preparing lab experiments papers
• Other duties as assigned by HOD/Management
• Execute the workplans of the department to realise the department and college objectives
• To assist the academic department in documentations and day-to-day operations.
• Strictly comply to EduTrust requirements.

RESEARCH/LAB ASSISTANT INTERN — Republic Polytechnic Aquaria

• Performed routine laboratory maintenance, including cleaning and organizing work areas, disposing of waste materials, and restocking supplies. 
• Established accurate records for sample tracking and data collection purposes. 
• Assembled apparatus required for conducting various types of tests or measurements. 
• Utilized standard laboratory safety protocols to ensure safe operation of all lab equipment. 
• Followed instructions given by project directors regarding specific tasks during experiments. 
• Analysed data collected from experiments using statistical software packages. 
• Generated detailed reports on test results for review by principal investigators or supervisors. 
• Operated a variety of lab equipment such as microscopes, spectrophotometers, chromatographs and balances. 
• Conducted literature searches to evaluate current methods used in scientific research studies. 
• Prepared solutions according to prescribed recipes for use during tests or trials. 
• Developed an understanding of basic principles related to chemical reactions, biological processes and physical phenomena occurring in the laboratory environment. 
• Documented lab activities accurately following set guidelines for record keeping. 
• Participated in research projects by collecting data and performing calculations under the direction of senior scientists. 
• Provided support to researchers by setting up laboratory instruments according to specified protocols prior to experimentation. 
• Assisted in the preparation of samples for analysis using centrifugation, filtration and other techniques. 
• Collaborated with colleagues on experiments involving multiple variables to identify patterns or trends in data sets. 
• Maintained inventory levels of reagents, chemicals and other supplies needed for experiments. 
• Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment. 
• Kept laboratory space and equipment in clean and safe condition.

DEGREE IN BACHLOR OF SCIENCE (MAJORING IN AQUACULTURE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY) — James Cook University July 2024

DIPLOMA IN MARINE SCIENCE & AQUACULTURE — Republic Polytechnic May 2023