Brenda Victor is seeking a PhD position at ASU. She has a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science from ASU with a 3.10 GPA and an emphasis in genetics, cell and developmental biology. She has over 2 years of undergraduate research experience studying E. coli and its efflux pump system and antibiotic resistance. Her skills include microbiology techniques, using laboratory equipment, preparing reports, and communicating effectively.

1. Brenda Victor
1111 E Apache Blvd Tempe, Arizona 85281
(480)-685-6423
brendvic1993@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Highly knowledgeable and dedicated Entry Level biologist with an extraordinarily
broad background in microbiology, genetics and cell biology. Skilled researcher with
a meticulous approach to experiments. Able to clearly explain concepts in
microbiology and technical experiments to others.
Objective
To obtain a position as a PhD student at ASU and to use my research skills in
carrying out research projects
Education
Bachelor of Biological Science, December 2016
Emphasis : Genetics, Cell and Developmental Biology
Arizona State University Tempe, Arizona GPA : 3.10
Academic Projects
Undergraduate researcher (2014 – 2016) – I performed in depth research on E.Coli
for two years in Arizona State University, Tempe. I have completed my current
project and I am currently working on another project with a freshman student until I
graduate in December 2016. My project on E.Coli was based on characterizing the
efflux pump and investigating the roles of different mutations in the tri-partite efflux
system and to better understand the efflux of substrates as well as its resistance to
different antibiotics.
Previous Work Experiences & Employment
Martin Food Caterers Sdn Bhd, Malaysia (Sept 2013-August 2014)
Assistant Manager:
Perform data entry in files and arranging them in order.
Making photocopies of relevant documents, as well as scanning them.
Rearranging files on a monthly basis to ensure a chronological order to better
service customers and assist them with payments.
Kumon (September 2012-August 2013)
Math Tutor :
Grading worksheets

2. Assisting teachers with compiling worksheets in order
Assisting teachers with binding the worksheets and rearranging them for students.
Assist in enrolling new students into the organization.
Hayden Library, Arizona State University
Library Aide (March 2015 to August 2016)
Retrieving archives for Patrons
Photocopying
Refurbishing old manuscripts and books
Worked on data entry for new archives
Current volunteer jobs
Researcher at Dr. Rajeev Misra’s lab at ASU (microbiology)
Researcher at Dr. Yung Chang’s lab at ASU (immunotherapy, cancer)
Activities
Member, Library Club, Methodist Girls High School, Malaysia (2009-2010)
 Refurbishing new books
 Re-organizing older books and newer books
 Binding newer books and updating data entries on the newer books
Vice President, Community Services, Tenby International School, Malaysia (2011-
2012)
 Organized trips to donate materials
 Helping with community services around the city area
Member, Society for Women in STEM/AWIS, Arizona State University (2015-2016)
 Dedicated to the empowering of women in STEM fields
Member, Alexander Hamilton Society (2016)
 Independent, non-partisan organization dedicated to promoting constructive
debates on basic principles and contemporary issues
 Provides opportunities to members to flourish intellectually and professionally
Member, ASU Malaysian Student Association (2014-2016)
Member, ASU Coalition of International Students (2015 – 2016)
Skills
Bacteria and microorganism identification and isolation
Able to carry out experiments. Experiments that I have carried out are as follows
 Isolation of bacteria, transduction, transformation, Western Blot, NPN efflux
assays, Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) assay
Working with different kinds of antibiotics when carrying out experiments. Antibiotics
that I am familiar with are Kanamycin, Erythromycin, Novobiocin, and Chlorophenicol
Making media and plates with different antibiotic concentrations
Using laboratory equipments
Prepare analytical reports
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing ; fluent in English
Able to troubleshoot and operate laboratory equipment as well as other instruments
Able to work with and train others