CHRISTY M. BUFF SCHOOL ADDRESS 100 Jarvis Hall East Carolina University Greenville, NC 27858 252-111-1111
E-MAIL CMB1203@ecu.edu CELL PHONE 252-257-1111
PERMANENT ADDRESS P.O. Box 000 Concord, NC 28026 704-111-1111
Objective My objective is to obtain a summer internship working in a clinical lab setting utilizing my skills in microscopy, media preparation, analysis, and technical writing. Capabilities My proven capabilities are applicable in a clinical lab setting, including: Microscopy Extraction IR Spectroscopy Mass Spectrometry Gel Electrophoresis Qualitative Analysis Education Bachelor of Science in Biology, East Carolina University,
Distillation NMR Spectroscopy Chromatography (Gas and TLC)
2007
Academic Experiences Participated in student exchange program in spring 2005 at Strathclyde University in Glasgow, Scotland. Completed Undergraduate Research Assistantship in spring 2004. Selected Examples of Job-Related Coursework Organic Chemistry, Virology, Clinical Biochemistry, Genetics, Anatomy and Physiology, Honors Introduction to Rural Health Topics, Calculus for the Life Sciences, Spanish for Health Professions. Examples of Completed Projects Extraction Lab Practical In organic chemistry lab, we were required to create and carry out an experimental procedure for an acid-base extraction. I reviewed the experiments we had conducted previously, conceived a procedure similar to those, and carried out the assignment in a relatively short amount of time. Upon completion, I discovered that my percent yield (by weight) and purity (based on melting point) was among the highest in the class. Chemical Literature Assignment In organic chemistry lab, we were required to identify, find the structures of, and reference several different ingredients from an everyday product. I researched the active ingredients of Macchar Mosquito Repellent. I learned how to use SciFinder Scholar and other resources in East Carolina University’s Joyner Library to find information on organic compounds. Thin Layer Chromatography Experiment In organic chemistry lab, we were required to identify the active components in a non-prescription analgesic drug. I carried out this identification using thin layer chromatography (TLC) to compare the analgesic with a set of known reference compounds. I determined, qualitatively and quantitatively (using Rf values), that the unknown analgesic drug was aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid).
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Accomplishments My accomplishments, awards, and honors include the National Dean’s List, Campus Living Resident Advisor Program of the Month Award (August 2005), East Carolina University Honors Program, National Society of Collegiate Scholars. I have received Honors Fraternity Invitations from Phi Sigma Pi and Omicron Delta Kappa. I was promoted from Clerical Assistant to Assistant Manager in May 2004 and voted Best Team Player for 2003. Computer Skills Operating Systems and Networking - Windows 98, 2000, and XP Software - MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher) Extracurricular Activities I am involved in a number of on- and off-campus extracurricular activities at East Carolina University. As a Resident Advisor and community service advocate, I have volunteered with and collected donations for a number of non-profit organizations including Spring Arbor Assisted Living Center, Little Willie Center, Boys and Girls Club of Pitt County, American Heart Walk, Habitat for Humanity, Cabarrus County Mediation Center and Teen Court, Special Olympics, and Relay for Life,. I also practice in American Open Style Karate. I have earned a black belt, gold tomoe medal, and silver tomoe medal. I volunteer as an Assistant Instructor at my home dojo (karate school).
Professional Chronology East Carolina University, Greenville, NC Document Solutions of NC, LLC, Concord, NC Healthsource Chiropractic, Kannapolis, NC
2005 - 2006 1996 - 2005 January - June 2000