Amelia Kerns

Animal Laboratory Technician

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Portland, Oregon, United States

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About me
Pathologists’ Assistant (ASCP), MHS
Education
- Oregon State University
  2004 - 2008
  Honors B.S. Biology
  Activities and Societies: University Honors College Graduated from the University Honors College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Emphasis in Writing. Participated in a thesis research project, "Sperm Depletion and Sperm Competition in the Red-sided Garter Snake". 2008.
- Duke University School of Medicine
  2014 - 2016
  Master's Degree Pathologists' Assistant
  This professional program consists of two calendar years of training. During the first year, Fall and Spring academic semesters include medical school level courses in cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, gross and microscopic human anatomy, human physiology, microbiology, immunology, pharmacology and pathology. A January Intersession during the first year introduces students to practical surgical and autopsy pathology techniques, medical terminology, and to gross and microscopic… Show more This professional program consists of two calendar years of training. During the first year, Fall and Spring academic semesters include medical school level courses in cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, gross and microscopic human anatomy, human physiology, microbiology, immunology, pharmacology and pathology. A January Intersession during the first year introduces students to practical surgical and autopsy pathology techniques, medical terminology, and to gross and microscopic neuroanatomy. During the summer semester of the first year and throughout the second year, students develop and hone their skills in surgical and autopsy pathology techniques during practical clinical rotations, as well as gain exposure to laboratory operations and management, educational methodologies, histologic technique, and photography. Show less
Experience
- University of Oregon Office of Veterinary Services and Animal Care
  Oct 2008 - Nov 2009
  Animal Laboratory Technician
  Husbandry of mice, rats, and owls used for various research protocols. Primary duties include feeding and watering of research animals, cleaning animal habitats, and regular health check-ups, in compliance with AAALAC regulations.
- Oregon Health & Science University
  Mar 2010 - Sept 2011
  Research Assistant II
  Vaccine development for Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) using Simian Varicella Virus (SVV), a 75% homologous virus, the Rhesus macaque model species. In this position I acted as a laboratory assistant/research technician, supervisor/mentor to student interns, and maintained lab ordering and requisitions.
- Portland VA Research Foundation
  Sept 2011 - Jul 2014
  Immunology Research Assistant, Lab Manager
  Elucidating the mechanisms of action for several Multiple Sclerosis therapeutic drugs. In this position I acted as lab manager, clinical research coordinator, supervisor/mentor to student interns, and primary laboratory assistant/research technician.
- Duke University Biospecimen Repository and Processing Core
  Aug 2015 - Jul 2016
  Laboratory Assistant
  Organization of research specimen material including tissue, slides, and pathology reports. Maintain specimen storage inventory, data entry, and record keeping.
- Incyte Diagnostics
  Aug 2016 - Nov 2018
  Pathologists' Assistant
- Oregon Health & Science University
  Nov 2018 - now
  Pathologists’ Assistant, Faculty Instructor
Licenses & Certifications
- Pathologists' Assistant
  American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
  Feb 2017
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Amelia Kerns
  University Honors Scholar Oregon State University, University Honors College Dec 2008