Candace Vance
Chicago
Summary
Meticulous and driven aspiring Lab Technician with academic training in biology, chemistry, and engineering principles. Offers practical experience in DNA analysis, chromatography, and engineering insight. Recognized for exceptional observational skills, precision, and enthusiasm for scientific inquiry. Prepared to enhance research or technical teams dedicated to innovation, experimentation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Learning & Personal Development
Primary Biliary & Sclerosing Cholangitis
Chicago
03.2018 - 08.2024
- Completed an online American Sign Language course to build communication skills.
- Continued study and review of the sciences, and lab safety techniques.
- Assembled complex mechanical model kits (piano, violin, model cars, trains) showcasing design logic, focus, and assembly skills.
- Birdwatching and identification.
- Managed a personal health recovery plan, developing resilience, discipline, and time-management skills.
Insurance Billing Clerk
Price Optical Vision Specialist LLC
Chicago
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed comprehensive patient documentation, including insurance filing and billing processes.
- Processed insurance claims and related paperwork efficiently.
- Handled all aspects of patient records to ensure compliance and accessibility.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering Science
Walla Walla University
College Place, WA06-2020
Skills
- Plant biology and microbiology
- Chemistry techniques
- MATLAB and CAD software
- Laboratory equipment proficiency
- Experimental design and execution
- Sample preparation
- Lab safety and compliance
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Health recovery planning
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc
- Accurate data recording
Relevant Coursework & Projects
- Organic chemistry
- Fundamentals of engineering
- Calculus & Differential equations
- Designed and Built a popsicle-stick bridge (Structural load analysis)
- Engineered an egg parachute (Mechanics)
- Estimated the height of a gas station poll (Angular and distance analysis)
- Built a working microscope in nanotech lab capable of resolving microscopic details
Timeline
Insurance Billing Clerk
Price Optical Vision Specialist LLC
05.2022 - 01.2023
Independent Learning & Personal Development
Primary Biliary & Sclerosing Cholangitis
03.2018 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering Science
Walla Walla University
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