CV
Education
- Ph.D in Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M Univeristy, 2028 (expected)
- B.S. in Wildlife Biology, West Texas A&M University, 2024
Work experience
- July 2024 - Present: Graduate Research Assistant
- Texas A&M Univeristy
- Project Management: Managed multiple large scale laboratory projects between diverse multidisciplinary teams facilitating efficient timeline completion.
- Sequencing: Managed next generation sequencing for research projects from library preparation to loading.
- Data Analysis: Developed scripts to enable bioinformatic analysis of genomic data, utilized computational resources to streamline data processing.
- Laboratory Training: Lead training of incoming laboratory members and students, enabling an increase in research production through trained personnel.
- Supervisor: Dr. Valeris-Chacin
- May 2023 - June 2024: Office Assistant
- West Texas A&M University
- Office Coordination: Lead coordinated effort to manage multiple academic faculties needs across various timelines.
- Organization: Maintained detailed files and reports for multiple administrative purposes within the college.
- Supervisor: Rose Anne Platt
- August 2024 - Febuary 2024: Envrionmental Consultant
- Omega LLC
- Regulatory Standards: Maintained state and federal regulatory standards through project completion.
- Teamwork & Communication: Worked in multidisciplinary teams, achieving efficient project completion through timely communication.
- Supervisor: Dr. Rogers
Skills
- PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
ASCP Eligible Project Management Biosafety Adherence Team Coordination Data Entry & Management Attention to Detail Equipment Maintenance Time Management Critical Problem-solving Communication
- TECHNICAL SKILLS
Next Generation Sequencing Aseptic Technique Microbiology Sample Extraction Quality Control Measurements PCR, qPCR & dPCR Bioinformatics SOP Development
Publications
Exploring clonality of Mannheimia haemolytica in beef cattle
Hacker ND, Scott MA, Pinnell LJ, Doster E, Crosby WB, Woolums AR, Klima CL, Morley PS, Valeris-Chacin R. 0. Exploring clonality of Mannheimia haemolytica in beef cattle. Microbiol Spectr 0:e00278-26. https://doi.org/10.1128/spectrum.00278-26
Talks
Precision Metagenomics: Adaptive Sampling for Improved Detection of Mannheimia haemolytica
Talk at SAVY 3.0 2026, Ithaca, US
Precision Metagenomics: Adaptive Sampling for Improved Detection of Mannheimia haemolytica
Talk at CRWAD 2026, Chicago, US
Molecular Epidemiology of Mannheimia haemolytica Isolates in Beef Cattle
Talk at CVMBS Research Symposium 2025, College Station, US
Molecular Epidemiology of Mannheimia haemolytica Isolates in Beef Cattle
Talk at CRWAD 2025, Chicago, US
Service and leadership
VMBS-GSA Member 2025 - Present AVEPM Student Member 2025 - Present