Senior Associate Scientist, Parasitology at Zoetis (2023-01 – Present)
- Investigator for in-vivo studies.
- Study Monitor for internal and external studies for rodent and canine.
- Gastrointestinal models
- Heartworm models
- Tick models
- Perform rat and canine necropsies and collect adult heartworm.
- Perform routine parasite counts from numerous species.
- Keep and maintain relationships with partner groups.
Scientist 1, Parasitology at Eurofins PSS (2021-01 – 2023-12)
- Assemble, run, and read ectoparasitic and endoparasitic assays.
- Identify, sex, and flash freeze adult ticks.
- Observe motility of heartworm at various life stages.
- Maintain flea and tick colonies.
- Perform rat and canine necropsies to collect adult heartworm.
Scientist 1, Companion Animal at Eurofins PSS (2021-01 – 2023-12)
- Study Monitor for renal failure colonies.
- Supply order and maintenance for osteoarthritis project conducted at CRO in Montreal.
- Compile and upload raw data for feline allergic dermatitis.
- Observe and score canine pruritic behavior for atopic dermatitis.
Research Associate at Charles River Laboratories (2015-01 – 2021-12)
Follow Regulatory Guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures. Ensure high quality data generation with a focus on customer service.
- Project management and study scheduling in the electronic data capture system.
- Review protocols and SOPs for studies prior to receiving animals.
- Rodent care and husbandry
- Dose routes: Subcutaneous, Intramuscular, Oral Gavage, and Intratracheal.
- Blood sampling routes: Sublingual, Tail Knick, and Cardiac.
- Necropsy: Tissue collection, reproductive organ collection, sperm analysis, and fetal examination.
- Rabbit care and husbandry
- Dose routes: Intramuscular, Subcutaneous, and Intravenous.
- Blood sampling routes: Jugular, and Central Ear Artery.
- Necropsy: Tissue collection, reproductive organ collection, and fetal examination.
- Swine and Canine care and husbandry
- Dose routes: Subcutaneous, Intramuscular, and Oral Gavage.
- Blood sampling routes: Jugular.
Saltwater Specialist at Preuss Pets (2015-01 – 2015-12)
- Developed methods for necropsy and pathology of fresh/saltwater fish.
- Compiled a guidebook for common parasites of fresh/saltwater fish in the pet trade.
- Care and husbandry of exotic saltwater fish.
Educational Intern at Potter Park Zoo (2015-01 – 2015-12)
- Modernized graphic displays for animal exhibits.
- Reconstructed the use of artifacts for educational programs.
- Conducted animal presentations to the public using ambassador animals.
- Assist with classes for Zookambi summer camp.
- Lead overnight programs with parents and children to camp overnight in the zoo.
Lab Technician at Michigan State University (2014-01 – 2015-12)
- Studied intestinal parasites of White Bass, from Lake St. Clair.
- Necropsy of fish and birds to examine intestinal parasites.
- Use microscopes to find, identify, and count parasites.
- Preservation of specimens.
- Organizing lab space and categorize stored specimens.
- Compile and analyze data into a poster.
- Presented findings at the University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum in 2015.
- Published in the Journal of Comparative Parasitology.
Supplemental Instruction Leader at Oakland Community College (2011-01 – 2012-12)
- Lead tutoring sessions before and after lecture.
- Prepare study materials to help students in need.
- Work with professor to manage curriculum.
