Marcus Gallon

19523 Divot place

Montgomery Village, Md 20886
Cell-540-287-6033
mg6dc18c@westpost.net
Scientist with a BS in biology and a minor in chemistry, with strong
abstract thinking, great communication skills, and a winning attitude.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Biology ,May 2009,Shepherd University, Shepherdstown,
West Virginia
LAB EXPERIENCE
Laboratory Technician, Fairfax Cryobank, Fairfax, Virginia
August 2009- March 2010
Successfully performed over 100 semen analyses and cryopreservations of
specimens with minimal error, Venipuncture,
Check outgoing shipments and paperwork to insure 100% accuracy, Data
entry, Verified and filed laboratory records & blood reports,
Reviewed potential donor screen applications to best sure we picked the
best donors,
Maintained donor and semen depositor files,
Responsible for maintaining storage tanks and filling, Repsonsible for
restocking/monitoring inventory of all supplies. Rotate on 24 hour call
Lab Assistant - Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, West Virginia
December 2008- May 2009
Assisted a Ph.D. of Human Genetics and Development performing DNA
recombination work on Arabidopsis Thaliana looking for potential gene
influence on development of yellow tipped cotyledons.
Techniques used included recombinant DNA technology, gene cloning, PCR,
Agarose gel electrophoresis, plasmid extraction, restriction digestion, DNA
purification by affinity column chromatography.
Successfully performed PCR recombination using a PUC19 vector and isolated
target DNA. Then characterized the recombinant DNA by the SDS-gel.
Compiled a 21 page lab report to explain details and results on the
project.
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
4 years working in a laboratory setting
Cell biology- performed experiments comparing pH gradients, and using the
procedure of electrophoresis
Genetics-performed experiments crossing fruit flies of different genotypes
leading to different phenotypes
Biochemistry- Performed experiments isolating and purifying of major
cellular constituents for analysis and their metabolism using a
spectrophotometer to obtain the spectrum's of different solutions and
Affinity, Size Exclusion and Column Chromatography.
Developmental Biology-performed experiments attempting in vitro
insemination of sea urchin eggs, grew and observed aggregate properties of
single celled amoebae
Immunology- Performed tests used to observe antigens and antibodies;
immunoassay, Western Blot, and ELISA tests were performed as well.
SKILLS
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and computers, Comfortable working
with a team or individually with minimal supervision, Able to lift heavy
boxes and stand for long periods of time