Kari Mueller

4992 Asbury Circle

Asbury. A. Iowa 52002
H: 563-513-8740
M: See Home
kari.mueller@loras.edu
Professional Overview
Detail-oriented student with strong technical skills and the ability to learn
concepts quickly. Completed coursework in biological sciences with an emphasis
in neuroscience and health-science. Possesses strong interpersonal skills and a
desire for a career in laboratory work or medicine.
Core Qualifications

Experience
Cooperative team member
Dissection & Anatomy
Computer proficient
Excellent quantitative skills
Sample & Preparation of
Samples

Quick learner
Attention to detail
PCR Machines
Electrophoresis
Cell Fractionation
Assay Techniques

Research

Researched and developed various and hypothesis which resulted in lab projects
technique experience and detailed work.
Conducted an Experiment on the behavioral and hormonal effects of isolation
stress in female mice as a model for human stress. Was able to gain more
laboratory
Experience, observe and quantify behaviors and conclude isolation stress in
female mice in is an acceptable model for humans.

Volunteer

Aid those less fortunate or disadvantaged and improve quality of living

Multiple volunteer locations (SC, SD, NY, MN, MT and Puerto Rico).
Strong work ethic and motivation
o Completed building or restoration projects
Able to connect to peers and residents on a interpersonal level

Presenting

Demonstrated strong communication skills through Senior Seminar. I

presented an undergrad literature review and my thesis tittle was DRD4
VNTR: Dees Variation in the DRD4 Gere Affect Risk Taking Behavior in
Humans? To the biology faculty and students.

Education
2015

Loras College

Dubuque, Iowa, United States

Bachelor of Science: Biology

Dissertation
"DRD4 VNTR" examines the different variations in genes in association with
quantifiable behavioral phenotypes. Questions Does Variation in the DRD4 Gene
Affect Risk Taking Behavior in Humans?
Experience
Adept learner and eager to join the healthcare field. Transitioning from an
undergrad to the real career world to gain more experience in laboratory work to better
understand where to focus my studies. Planning to continue my education with more laboratory
focused classes after gaining real world application in the field.