Calle Comercio #54

Nexel Apartments APT. 305

Ponce, Puerto Rico 00730
November 1, 2020

Mrs. Samantha Robinson, HR Consultant, Genetics

5043 Genetic Medicine Bldg
CB# 7264, UNC-CH
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7264

Dear Ms. Samantha Robinson:

I am writing to you in response to your ad for a research technician posted in the jobs and careers
section of Ciencia Puerto Rico on October 7th, 2020. Upon review of this post, I believe my skills
and education are exceptionally suited for this position.

My experiences in the University of Puerto Rico, Ponce and Utuado campuses (Developmental
Biology and Genetics courses respectively) have equipped me with knowledge on genetic
sequencing and purification, animal handling, rodent dissections, and electrophoresis necessary to
tackle the tasks pertinent to this position.

Enclosed is my resume which outlines my skills and academic achievements that will transfer
adequately to your research team. I look forward to meeting with you in person so that we may
further discuss my future with your team.

Sincerely,

_______________________________

Arleen Rodríguez Serrano

 Arleen Rodríguez Serrano
Calle Comercio #54
Nexel Apartments APT. 305
Ponce, Puerto Rico 00730
787-321-7261 (Cell) ▪ arleen.rodriguez2@upr.edu

Professional Objectives
Utilize skills and knowledge base to aid in research on using antipsychotics on rodents in
order to find the best treatment for patients and grow both professionally and
academically.

Academic Experience

• B.S. Biomedical, University of Puerto Rico at Ponce

2018- present, Expected Graduation Date: May 2021

• A.S. Natural Sciences, University of Puerto Rico at Utuado

2015-2017, GPA: 3.75 (out of 4.0)

• High School Diploma, Escuela Superior Luis Muños Rivera, Utuado

2015

Selected Major Courses

• Developmental Biology
• During the lab portion of this course basic electrophoresis information was provided while
rodent dissections were conducted during different embryologic stages.

• Genetics
• Gained knowledge in genetic sequencing and purification techniques.
• Conducted a research project regarding Drosophila melanogaster inheritance.

Skills

• Research (Data Analysis, Field Data Collection, Database Research)

• Microsoft Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Technical Writing
• Interpersonal Skills
• Intermediate English Proficiency

References
Prof. Ángel Custodio angel.custodio@upr.edu

Prof. Abigail Ruiz abigail.ruiz@upr.edu