Bobbi
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St. Louis Park
English (Native)
Description
BOBBI JOTTER
OBJECTIVE
Adaptable recent Biology graduate with the initiative to ensure knowledge and dedication in science and math tutoring. Passionate about helping students achieve academic success and build confidence in their abilities.
INDUSTRY SKILLS
Lab Techniques: Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Gel electrophoresis, DNA Extraction, High Resolution Melting
Point Determination, Recombinant DNA, Next Generation Sequencing, Cloning, Spectroscopy, Chromatography (GC, HPLC, TLC), Distillation, Filtration, pH Measurement, Calorimetry, Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis, Sample Preparation, Microscopy, Statistical Analysis, Data Interpretation, Micropropagation, Tissue Culture Instrumentation: Pipettes and Micropipettes, High Resolution Microscope, Balances, Autoclave, pH Meters, Microscopes, Agar Media Fillers, Calorimeters, Centrifuges, Thermal Cyclers, Autotitrators, Instrument Calibration, Glassware (Flasks, Beakers, Test Tubes, etc.)
Software: ImageJ, Bioinformatics and R Statistical Software, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Fluorescence Microscope Computer
Field Skills: Native Plant Identification, Invasive Species Identification, Greenhouse, Horticulture, Invertebrate Species Identification, Plant Research, Sampling Techniques, Data Collection, Analysis, Habitat Restoration Projects
EDUCATION
Metropolitan State University-St. Paul, MN
Bachelor of Arts: Biology with Chemistry minor
Relevant Coursework: Behavioral Animal Ecology, Invasive Species Ecology, Invertebrate Biology, General Biology 1 & 2, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Senior Research, Seminars, Environmental Justice and Public Policies, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Research Internship, Cibus- Roseville, MN
May 2024
June 2024
• Collaborate with mentors to gene edit specific traits in soybean to express disease tolerance
• Utilize agrobacterium mediated transformation and integration into plant genome cells
• Prepare and create agar media using agar media fillers for plant and bacterial growth transformation
• Perform polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and gel electrophoresis to analyze DNA fragments
• Transform bacterial cells using cloning techniques, centrifugation, heat shock and incubation
• Perform sterile micropropagation using plant tissue culture precautions and techniques
• Utilize bioinformatics software and Microsoft excel to design plasmids, experiments, reports, and record data
• Document research reports and findings into Microsoft excel
• Thoroughly read and adhere to performing company SOPs and OSHA regulations
• Operate and assist in cross breeding rice plants in greenhouses and growth chambers to achieve elite traits in progeny
• Effectively transplant rice and canola, while ensuring proper nutrient uptake and reporting possible irregularities
Plant Researcher, Metropolitan State University-St. Paul, MN January 2024 – April 2024
● Collaborate with colleagues using communication and critical thinking skills along with experimental designing and
development to test how plants respond to heavy metal soil environments
● Prepare and create murashige and skoog (MS) agar media using data documentation for cultured arabidopsis seedlings
● Perform qPCR and PCR gel electrophoresis with thermal cyclers to analyze mutant plants and their CDT1 gene
● Grow arabidopsis plants in cadmium and aluminum soil to observe gene tolerance then use ImageJ to measure roots
and display calculated data on Microsoft Excel
● Attend and present research at a conference at Metropolitan State University and access a written scientific paper
required for publication
Horticulture Employee, Cherry Greenhouse-Cherry, MN April 2020 – August 2020
● Demonstrated strong communication skills and problem solving when answer customers questions regarding specific plants, nutritional requirements, and preferred environment
● Maintain plants nutrients and well being by recording their mass, quantity, value as well as reporting any irregularities
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Outdoor Farm Team, East Phillips Urban Farm Institute, Minneapolis, MN July 2024 – Current
● Attend Farm Friday Workshops assisting native pollinators by planting native flora, including crops and seedlings, weeding, bed maintenance, plant identification and labeling
● Perform sustainable gardening protocols and follow instructions and teachings from plant scientists
Peer Mentor, Hibbing High School, Hibbing, MN January 2018 – May 2018
● Tutored students in 2nd-6th grade using subject knowledge expertise to deepen their understanding of concepts
● Assisted teacher in coordinating classroom activities using collaborations skills to develop facilitation skills
1st Princess, Hibbing High School Winter Frolic, Hibbing, MN November 2019 – March 2019
● Attended various events in the community including Salvation Army, Rotary Fishing Contest, and Family Festivals to
network with the community
● Hosted bingo night at the Guardian Angels Senior Living, Winter Family Fun Day, and Special Olympics Fun Day
events, demonstrating event management skills, including strategic planning and logistics coordination
Education & Certifications
Biology Bachelors, Chemistry Minor from Metropolitan State University (May 4 2024). I have experience peer mentoring for three semesters from ages 5-12 in the subjects of math, reading and art. none
Grades & Levels
Kindergarden
Middle School
Highschool
College
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