Bruce Machona
PhD, MS, RN, B.S.Ed.
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Experienced nursing educator and researcher with expertise in microbiology, immunology, and clinical practice. Strong background in laboratory instruction, student mentorship, and health sciences education. Published researcher with focus on infectious disease and social determinants of health.
Experience
Teaching Assistant - The University of Texas at Austin - Austin, TX
(2022-01 - 2025-12)
Supported instruction in undergraduate nursing courses emphasizing clinical practice, patient safety, and evidence-based healthcare.
- Facilitated laboratory sessions teaching nursing and clinical science skills including infection control, patient assessment, and clinical communication.
- Guided students in simulation-based clinical scenarios to strengthen diagnostic reasoning and patient safety skills.
- Assisted faculty in teaching disease processes and healthcare interventions using case-based learning.
- Mentored undergraduate nursing students in the development of clinical competence and professional communication.
- Provided feedback and academic support to students during laboratory and simulation exercises.
- Supported diverse learners through individualized instruction and small group mentoring.
- Assisted in preparing laboratory materials, grading assignments, and managing course logistics.
- Collaborated with faculty to ensure effective learning environments and student engagement.
Graduate Research Assistant - The University of Texas Health Center at Tyler - Tyler, TX
(2005-01 - 2007-12)
Conducted research examining the effects of environmental exposures on immune system responses.
- Conducted microbiology and immunology experiments using laboratory-based techniques.
- Assisted in experimental design and data analysis.
- This contributed to research findings that resulted in peer-reviewed publications.
Medical and Industrial Microbiology Laboratory Instructor - University of Alberta - Edmonton, Canada
(2010-01 - 2014-12)
Instructor responsible for teaching microbiology laboratory courses to undergraduate and graduate students.
- I taught laboratory courses in medical and industrial microbiology emphasizing microbial identification, culture methods, and applied microbiology techniques.
- Demonstrated microbiological diagnostic methods relevant to infectious disease research and clinical microbiology.
- Provided instruction in microbial physiology, microbial ecology, and laboratory-based experimental design.
- Supervised undergraduate and graduate students during laboratory research projects.
- Guided students in preparation of laboratory reports and presentations.
- Encouraged critical thinking in the interpretation of microbiological data.
Research Assistant - Tuberculosis Research Laboratory - University of Alberta - Edmonton, Canada
(2008-01 - 2018-12)
Worked in a research laboratory investigating host immune responses to tuberculosis and respiratory infections.
- Performing immunological and microbiological assays including ELISA-based diagnostic testing.
- Training undergraduate and graduate students in laboratory techniques and biosafety protocols.
- Managing laboratory operations and research documentation.
- Supporting collaborative research leads to peer-reviewed publications.
Graduate Research Assistant - The University of Texas at Austin - Austin, TX
(2025-01 - 2025-12)
- I Conducted qualitative health research examining social determinants of health and maternal health outcomes.
- Facilitated focus group interviews and performed thematic analysis.
- Assisted with preparation of research manuscripts and presentations.
Education
PhD - Nursing - The University of Texas at Austin (2025-12)
Master of Science - MS - Stephen F. Austin State University & University of Texas Health Center at Tyler (2007-12)
Bachelor of Science in Education - B.S.Ed. - Wiley College (2005-12)
