GILBERT Ogunmokun

Experience

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  US Army

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2019

  Human Resources Sergeant (NCO)- Team Leader

  US ARMY. HHC, 2-142 INFANTRY REGIMENT• Managed Human Resources Team of soldiers, overseeing their training, performance, and career development.• Acted as Liaison Officer for the battalion during Hurricane Harvey interagency, joint forces state deployment, coordinating and communicating with multiple agencies and units for operational success.• Mentored HR soldiers towards promotion and career advancement, resulting in promotion-pipeline advancement.• Reviewed and strengthened company and battalion reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with army standards and regulations.• Led team towards section accomplishment according to Commander’s goal and intention, exceeding expectations and receiving commendations.• Supervised human resources soldiers to ensure proper dissemination of interagency, joint forces operations, and personnel safety, reducing risks and injuries.• Received the Texas Medal of Merit for excellence in leadership and service. Voir moins

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  Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

  Jan 2016 - Oct 2016

  Student Research Assistant

  Department of Pathology- Comparative Pathology• Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of investigators to explore the effect of delta-tocotrienols and statin on glucose homeostasis in high-fat-diet-induced obese mice• Assisted with the management of disease model mice, including oral feeding, treatment preparation, and green tea polyphenol administration• Collected and analyzed quantitative data using Excel, and collaborated with the lab manager to ensure data quality and accuracy• Executed the collection and cryofixation of animal brain tissue for further study using histological and techniques• Promoted from volunteer position to paid position due to skill and interest• Co-authored a peer-reviewed article in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry on the role of delta-tocotrienols and statin in modulating insulin signaling and inflammation in obese mice Voir moins

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  Department of Internal Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

  Oct 2016 - Nov 2017

  Research Technician

  • Collaborated with Garrison Institute on Aging to investigate the protective effects of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, Citalopram, against Alzheimer’s disease• Performed neuronal cell culture and produced cell lines (SHS5Y, IMR32, RNB36, APPMUT/WT, TAU MUT/WT) for cell model AD study• Maintained and managed research animals for AD study, and treated mice with Citalopram via intraperitoneal injection• Facilitated and cataloged lab and study protocols, and ensured compliance with ethical and safety standards• Led behavior study modeling and conducted behavior studies adapted to protocol outcomes, using critical thinking and analytical skills• Utilized and improved microscopy skills for observation and study of cortical stained slides, hippocampal and pontifical structures, and hippocampal and pontifical primary neuron and neuroblastomal cell cultures• Developed immortalized cell lines expressing APP MUT/WT, TAU MUT/WT using stable cell transfection technique for subsequent drug discovery studies and future experiments Voir moins

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  Department of Pharmacology and Neuroscience, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2019

  Student Researcher

  • Collaborated with the Principal Investigator to elucidate serotonin point mutations by performing Transformation experiments with TPH2, FEV1, and SERT murine & human genes.• Performed gene sequencing to characterize silenced genes in the serotonin transporter.• Executed maxi/midi prep to isolate and analyze necessary nucleic acids for the study's success.

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  The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Public Health

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2020

  Research Assistant I (contract)

  Department of Neurology • Conducted human blood clot staining experiments to support research on stroke-induced clotting mechanisms.• Collaborated with research assistants and postdoc to conduct behavioral experiments on stroke model mice, investigating cognitive and behavioral aberrations post-stroke, enhancing understanding of stroke’s impact on neurological functions.• Analyzed and documented immune cell activity and emboli etiology in processed blood clot stained slides using confocal microscopy techniques.• Assisted with comprehensive mouse colony management, including breeding and post-operative care, ensuring the well-being and reliability of model organisms.• Trained in and performed blood and tissue collections, demonstrating effective mouse handling techniques that minimized stress to animals and preserved sample integrity.• Prepared brain tissue slices for detailed analysis, supporting ongoing studies in neurodegeneration.• Executed PCR experiments, aiding in the genetic investigation of stroke models. Voir moins

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  Fulgent Genetics

  Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

  Clinical lab technician

  • Proficiently executed NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) library preparation experiments using magnetic bead nucleic acid isolation and RT-PCR prep techniques• Ensured compliance with CDC COVID-19 Project standards and contributed to exceeding company quarterly COVID-19 testing goals by over 20%• Operated and managed the Apostle MagTouch and MGI-STP 7000 lab equipment for sterile preparation and RNA isolation of new patient COVID-19 samples• Demonstrated technical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities in performing complex laboratory procedures and quality control Voir moins

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  California Northstate University, College of Psychology

  Jan 2023 - Jan 2023

  Graduate Teaching Assistant

  Course: Foundations of Behavior- Biological• Supported graduate students’ learning environment by facilitating discussions, grading assignments, and checking in periodically with students. • Reviewed lecture materials for errors and inconsistencies, and provided feedback and suggestions to the instructor• Created worksheets for students to increase understanding of concepts discussed in class, and evaluated their performance and progress • Held office hours to assist students with studying and understanding course material, and resolved their academic issues and concerns Voir moins