LORI A.

CHANEY
3838 Rittenhouse Rd. Macungie, PA 18062 - (831) 521-4287 - lc7947be@westpost.net
aShe continues to exhibit a willingness to tackle any assignment and complete it
. She is dependable, resourceful and a complete pleasure to work with.a a" Joan
Parker (MBARI Supervisor)
OBJECTIVE
A rewarding, challenging position where I can implement skills gained from eight
yearsa experience in various laboratory settings.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Excellent work ethic and record keeping skills; adept at handling multiple respo
nsibilities.
Highly organized with strong oral and written communication skills.
Works well independently and in a multidisciplinary, team-oriented environment.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) Moss Landing, CA
Research Technician, 2005-present
a Oversaw the management and documentation of 20 years of the institutesa
video archives; Dubbed nearly 600 hours of tape in one year, the highest ever, i
n the archiving program.
a Managed lab supplies; maintained accurate protocol documentation.
a Designed and implemented web pages showcasing highlighted videos which are use
d as reference for internal staff and the general public.
a Created new Endnote library for tracking and historical record keeping of inst
itutional publications resulting in web pages with full access to articles and c
itations.
a Compiled and edited video footage using Final Cut Pro for scientists to presen
t at various conferences and seminars.
a Presented oral presentations to the public about the instituteas scientific re
search.
Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation, San Diego, CA
Research Associate, 2003-2004
a Conducted multiple research projects related to ongoing ENU-mutagenesis screen
in mice to identify immune regulators; Compiled and analyzed results and prepar
ed reports.
a Performed retro-orbital eye bleeds, animal restraint, intraperitoneal injectio
ns, administered inhalant anesthetic. Operated FACScaliber flow cytometry syste
m for hematology studies.
Animal Technician, 2002-2003
a Provided daily animal husbandry care following established protocols and stand
ard operating procedures (SOPas)
a Performed and reported detailed daily health observations. Operated autoclave
, tunnel washer to ensure proper sterilization of supplies.

Monterey Bay Kayaks, Monterey, CA

Naturalist/Shift Manager, 2000-2002
a Led sea kayaking tours, which involved oral presentations of local marine habi
tats, flora and fauna and natural history of the area.
a Promoted awareness and respect for the marine life and coastal environment thr
ough educational kayaking programs to school groups and corporations.
a Supervised employees and coordinated daily programs and shift schedules.
Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey, CA
Sea Otter Research and Conservation Program Volunteer, 2000-2001
a Observed and radio tracked tagged sea otters, recorded various data such as fe
eding behavior and individual interactions.
Romie Lane Pet Hospital, Salinas, CA
Veterinary Assistant, 1999-2000
a Assisted in all aspects of daily animal care.
a Recorded detailed test results in logs and patient files.
a Performed various laboratory tests, dental procedures and diagnostic x-rays.
Moss Landing Marine Laboratories, Moss Landing, CA
Intern, Summer 1999
a Assisted in post-mortem examinations including weighing and cataloging of orga
ns.
a Conducted telemetry of Harbor seals by recording data, restraining animals and
ensuring safe capture and release.
a Recorded bi-monthly boat survey data of marine bird and mammal censuses in Mon
terey Bay.
a Performed microscopic identification and categorizing of fish otoliths.
EDUCATION
Mira Costa Community College, Oceanside, CA
Biotechnology Program-Skills Training Courses, Fall 2002/Spring 2003
Hands-on laboratory training in chemical safety, documentation, reagent preparat
ion, basic bacteriology and sterile technique, DNA isolation and purification, r
ecombinant DNA, gel electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, PCR, and assays.
Millersville University, Millersville, PA
B.S. degree, Biology, May 1999

ADDITIONAL TRAINING
a CSS Style Sheets web class
a Dreamweaver
a Web Accessibility
a Photoshop
a Final Cut Pro I
a Video Compression
a Proficient in use of Windows and Apple operating systems, Microsoft Office sui
te