John Chuckalovcak

Current

• Graduate Research Assistant at University of Virginia
• Graduate Teaching Assistant at University of Virginia

Past

• Senior Laboratory Specialist at University of Virginia
• Research Associate at Indiana University Bloomington

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John Chuckalovcak’s Summary

Molecular biologist possessing a refined molecular genetic skill set. Experienced in the establishment and management of BSL-2 molecular labs, including: oversight of laboratory technicians, equipment and consumable purchasing, buffer/reagent preparation. Demonstrable individual and collaborative project success resulting in several peer reviewed publications. Devoted to the generation of quality data with meticulous attention to detail. Excellent communication skills in both a written and oral capacity and able to effectively communicate to a broad audience.

Currently seeking employment in a fast-paced and high-throughput biopharmaceutical organization, preferably in an R&D, PD or QC division.

John Chuckalovcak’s Specialties:

DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, RT-PCR, 5’ & 3’ RACE, Southern and northern blot, plasmid cloning and subcloning, aseptic cell culture (E. coli), ABI DNA sequencing, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, CIEIA, volatile collection, GC-MS, numerous bioinformatic tools

John Chuckalovcak’s Experience

• Graduate Research Assistant

  University of Virginia

  (Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

  August 2007 — Present (2 years 4 months)

  M.S. thesis focused on the identification and characterization of several novel candidate genes underlying a toxin resistance trait in a non-model organism.

• Graduate Teaching Assistant

  University of Virginia

  (Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

  August 2007 — Present (2 years 4 months)

• Senior Laboratory Specialist

  University of Virginia

  (Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

  August 2006 — August 2007 (1 year 1 month)

• Research Associate

  Indiana University Bloomington

  (Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

  May 2003 — July 2006 (3 years 3 months)

Additional Information

John Chuckalovcak’s Groups:

•    Indiana University Alumni Network
•    Biotech & Pharma Professionals Network
•    Virginia Biotechnology Association
•    University of Virginia Alumni (UVA)

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