Isabella Faessler
Lynn
Summary
Offering solid foundation in critical thinking and analytical skills, eager to learn and develop in research-focused environment. Contributes ability to quickly grasp new concepts and methodologies, along with strong data analysis and interpretation skills. Ready to use and develop analytical thinking and research methodologies in Laboratory Technician role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Waitress and Bartender
Huskies' Tavern
09.2024 - Current
- Provided friendly and efficient service to customers, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Collaborative team player, adept at communicating effectively with kitchen staff and servers to prioritize customer orders.
Security Intern
Lynn Public Schools Police Department
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Conducted comprehensive security assessments at Lynn Public Schools, inspecting labels on doors, classroom locks, and emergency books to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with school administrators and security personnel to address and solve security issues promptly.
- Gained practical experience in school security operations, enhancing knowledge of emergency preparedness and response procedures.
- Seasonal
Substitute Teacher
Lynn Classical High School
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully teaching diverse subjects and grade levels depending on the daily assignments and curriculum requirements.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to implement instructional plans, aligning substitute lessons with curriculum goals, and learning objectives.
- Maintained a positive and productive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and managing student behavior according to school policies.
- Seasonal
Research Assistant Intern
UCONN Health- Molecular Oncology Department
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Tasked with learning to perform basic laboratory techniques including DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis for genotyping.
- Proficient in micropipetting across a wide range of volumes (2 µL - 1000 µL), utilizing various micropipettes with precision and accuracy.
- Experience with genome extraction techniques.
- Performed precise agarose gel electrophoresis to determine DNA fragment size and confirm PCR amplification. Skilled in image acquisition and data analysis, with demonstrated ability to accurately genotype samples as wild-type, knockout, or heterozygous.
- Skilled in the preparation of PCR master mixes, exhibiting precise pipetting and component management, utilizing GoTaq buffer, dNTP, MgCl2, DNA polymerase, and template DNA to ensure consistent and reliable amplification. Experience with troubleshooting and problem-solving.
- Observation of the quantitative analysis of rat colon tissue tumor cell cultures. Including tissue fixation and staining protocols using ethanol and methylene blue.
Research Assistant Intern
Brain Imaging Research Center
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Certified by the Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI), a program dedicated to safeguarding human subjects in research.
- Trained to operate all equipment, encompassing EEG and MRI machines, across diverse subjects, prioritizing safety, and proper usage for everyone. Basic training using Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
- Skilled in administering a cyclic alternating pattern (CAP), from start to finish, throughout EEG procedures; experience monitoring and interpreting patient’s brain activity to ensure accuracy and reliability of findings. Familiar with time frequency data and EEG topography, in relation to brain activity. Experience using various sized caps and configurations including a 256-Channel EEG cap.
- Engaged in weekly research meetings, training, and seminars to enhance my ability in articulating my experience as a research assistant and presenting study findings professionally. Personal experience in an MRI 3.0 Tesla study. Engaged in extracurricular research events including presenting a poster in the Language Festival at University of Connecticut.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiology and Neurobiology
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2026
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Strong multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
Relevant Course-work
Molecular Physiology in Drosophila Models (PNB-3179)
- Proficient in q/RT-PCR, primer design (FlyBase, FlyBlast, IDT OligoAnalyzer), gel electrophoresis (Azure Biosystems), RNA purification, cDNA synthesis, and DNA extraction.
- Experienced in gene ontology analysis using Panther.
- Demonstrated excellence in lab safety, organization, and detailed laboratory notebook maintenance.
Timeline
Research Assistant Intern
UCONN Health- Molecular Oncology Department
01.2025 - 05.2025
Waitress and Bartender
Huskies' Tavern
09.2024 - Current
Security Intern
Lynn Public Schools Police Department
07.2024 - 08.2025
Substitute Teacher
Lynn Classical High School
03.2024 - 07.2025
Research Assistant Intern
Brain Imaging Research Center
01.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Physiology and Neurobiology
University of Connecticut
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