Brooklynn Mckenzie
Cookeville
Summary
Developed essential research skills in collaborative academic environment, focusing on data analysis and experimental techniques. Demonstrates ability to synthesize complex information and present clear findings. Seeks to transition into a clinical setting, leveraging research expertise to drive innovative solutions.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TTU ASBMB Historian
Tennessee Technological University
08.2025 - Current
- Presented historical scientific findings in an accessible and engaging manner, resulting in increased public interest in the history of biochemistry and molecular biology.
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring important club news was accessible.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Specimen Processor
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all relevant safety protocols while handling biohazardous materials during specimen processing tasks.
- Processed high volumes of time-sensitive specimens without compromising accuracy.
- Developed relationships with internal departments, facilitating smooth communication for issue resolution regarding specimens or testing requirements.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by accurately processing and labeling specimen samples.
- Upheld standards of confidentiality when managing sensitive patient information and test data during daily tasks.
- Communicated with nursing staff to ensure proper specimen collection.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Jeffrey O. Boles, Tennessee Tech University Chemistry
08.2024 - Current
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Maintained detailed records of all experiments conducted, ensuring exact reproducibility in lab procedures.
- Carefully calculated volumes and prepared stock protein solutions.
- Measured absorbance of protein solutions using Uv-Vis Spectroscopy.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Compiled data into a research poster and presented findings at ASBMB 2025 national meeting.
Teacher's Assistant
Tennessee Tech Health Science Microbiology Lab
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Facilitated effective learning experiences for students by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques.
- Ensured the safety of all students by following school policies regarding proper lab techniques.
- Improved student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods and incorporating visual aids in lessons.
- Graded student work and provided feedback on ways to improve performance when needed.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students.
- Prepared materials before lab and ensured proper clean up after lab.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry - Biochemistry
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville12-2025
Skills
- Content creation
- Advertising
- Community engagement
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Gram staining
- Pipetting techniques
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Confidentiality compliance
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
TTU ASBMB Historian
Tennessee Technological University
08.2025 - Current
Specimen Processor
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Tennessee Tech Health Science Microbiology Lab
01.2025 - 05.2025
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Jeffrey O. Boles, Tennessee Tech University Chemistry
08.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry - Biochemistry
Tennessee Technological University
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