Professional Experiences
An updated glimpse into my professional experiences thus far. A broad range of research experiences and entrepreneurial endeavors have exposed me to the world of the lab and the skills needed to succeed in it. As well as what it means to have a business mind adept to innovation.
Undergraduate Researcher
Engaging in a decade-long research project involving auxin biosynthesis in all plant life. Well-versed in cell culture, molecular cloning, and genetic engineering. Exposed to an interdisciplinary research approach invoking: microbiology, plant biology, genetics, and recombineering techniques.
North Carolina State University, Alonso-Stepanova Laboratories, Aug 2023 - Present day
Research Intern
Summer Microbiology & Biochemistry Research Intern working in the large industrial R&D department at global name Novonesis (previously Novozymes.) Developed a New Corn Oil Assay and worked on method development for other technologies. All while assisting with designs of experiment, corn ethanol fermentations, and data analysis. Presented internship findings to all of R&D (200+ people.)
Novonesis, May 2024 - Aug 2024
Research Assistant
Supported all 5 industrial scale research and development laboratories on-site. Experienced hands-on consumable and supply preparation need for large scale experiments done daily. SOP creation and file management for large scale reagent and sample databases.
Novonesis, Apr 2023 - Aug 2023
Co-Founder
Own and operate UHAUL Neighborhood Dealers across Youngsville and Louisburg NC. Familiarized with the challenges of entrepreneurship through years of experience with customer service, business administration, asset management, and critical thinking.
The Family Corner UHAUL Dealerships, Apr 2021 - Present Day
MMB Practicum Projects
Each semester, students work with a different segment of the biosciences markets. Students rotate between large biopharma & medical device companies, small companies, and large industrial & agricultural biotechnology companies. Developing crucial profession skills desired by employers thanks to these critical partnerships the MMB program holds.
Labcorp
Fall 2025
This industry practicum project involved conducting a comprehensive competitive analysis of Labcorp’s companion diagnostic development capabilities against major competitors. I evaluated and compared companies across four key areas: marketing strategies and digital presence, technical capabilities, commercialization reach (US and international), and regulatory compliance standards. The project includes developing detailed case studies examining both technical capabilities and marketing approaches for emerging diagnostic areas including MASH genotyping, AAV antibody detection, digital pathology, and targeted NGS sequencing. Gained hands-on experience in competitive intelligence, market research, and strategic analysis while producing actionable insights to support Labcorp’s positioning in the rapidly growing precision medicine market.
NCSU CMI
In addition to the longer, more involved Practicum projects, MMB students also work on shorter, one-month long projects through NCSU's Comparative Medicine Institute (CMI). The purpose of these projects is to assist faculty with market research and assessment. Working in a team of 5, I conducted market research for a new application for textile technology. Strengthened skills in executive presentation and research synopsis.
Scientific Experience
With a large variety of interdisciplinary scientific studies and experience, I have emersed myself in a variety of lab procedures and techniques, spanning recombinant organism engineering, bioprocessing and fermentation, biochemistry, and plant pathology.
Specific course work in NCSU's BTEC organization combined with my two internships at Novonesis have made working with bioreactors second nature for myself.
Extensive coursework in biochemistry, organic chemistry, microbiology, and genetics have given me strong roots in any foundational knowledge needed to succeed in a career of science.
Through my undergraduate research I have become all to familiar with working with recombinant organisms, molecular cloning protocols, DNA miniprepping, and cell culture.