Sydni Holmes

Experience

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  The University of Texas at Dallas

  Aug 2018 - Jan 2019

  Worked with a graduate team on heme regulation in subcutaneous and non-small cell lung cancerous tumors to reduce tumor size. IHC and IF staining for paraffin tumors sections. Executed techniques for protein purification and specific protein detection. Tutored students with course material in Organic Chemistry on a one on one and group basis. Institute for Peer Mentoring (PM) Level 1 Certified.

  • Undergraduate Research Assistant

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  • Peer Tutor

    Aug 2018 - Jan 2019
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  UT Southwestern Medical Center

  Aug 2020 - Jan 2023

  Scientific Research & Lab Management | Gene Therapy | Data AnalysisExperienced in managing and analyzing scientific data across four ongoing projects in Dr. Rachel Bailey’s lab at UTSW, focusing on gene therapies for neurodegenerative diseases and a novel small molecule drug delivery technique that uses low-focus ultrasound and microbubbles to temporarily open the blood-brain barrier (BBB) 🔹 Key Responsibilities & Achievements:Collected, analyzed, and organized scientific data to support project milestones spanning 6 months to 2 years (Toxicity, Efficacy, Dosing studies).Acted as lab manager, overseeing budgets for equipment and supplies.Trained and supervised staff on laboratory safety and procedures, creating structured training materials.Managed biosafety permits, animal protocols (IACUC compliance), and hazardous waste scheduling. Weniger anzeigen

  • Research Assistant II

    Jan 2023 - Jan 2023

  • Research Assistant I

    Aug 2022 - Jan 2023

  • Research Technician II

    Aug 2020 - Aug 2022
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  BioLabs Pegasus Park - North Texas

  Jan 2023 - now

  Labs Ops Associate

  Lab Operations & Safety Specialist | Inventory Management | Vendor Relations | Compliance & SafetyExperienced in managing lab operations, vendor relationships, and site safety. Dedicated to optimizing processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a safe and efficient lab environment.🔹 Key Contributions & Achievements:Developed and implemented an asset tagging system to improve equipment tracking and preventive maintenance documentation.Standardized onboarding procedures for new lab residents, saving over $5,000 annually through process improvements.Coordinated equipment purchases, repairs, and maintenance, managing third-party vendors for optimal service and cost-effectiveness.Negotiated contracts and secured competitive quotes to maintain cost-efficient vendor relationships for lab and facility services.Ensured compliance with biosafety permits and hazardous waste management regulations, supporting approximately 20 resident companies.Co-led a company-wide Lab Operations Associates forum, driving collaboration and best practice sharing across teams. Weniger anzeigen