Teaching

BIO 451/551 Cell Culture and Biotechnology

06/2021 – 06/2022

  • Maintained cell lines and prepared reagents for students to perform experiments with
  • Collaborated with a team of professors, lab managers, and other TAs at weekly meetings and actively contributed input on designing lesson plans
  • Trained students in mammalian cell culture, immunocytochemistry, fluorescent microscopy, and molecular biology techniques
  • Guided students in designing unique final projects based on lab techniques learned during the semester
  • Wrote study guides and organized review sessions for students to ensure that students were adequately prepared for upcoming exams
  • Recruited prospective TAs as my replacements and trained them to become proficient in the techniques performed and competent in the course material

BIO 420 Immunology: Molecular and Cellular Foundations

12/2021–06/2022

  • Designed and wrote worksheets based on lectures and textbook readings
  • Independently led recitation sessions by going through worksheets with students to maximize retention and understanding
  • Organized and led review sessions to prepare students for upcoming exams