Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology at University of Rhode Island - 6 years of laboratory experience in protein biochemistry, genetics and microbiology investigating mechanisms of dormancy and antibiotic tolerance in pathogenic bacteria using in vitro and in vivo approaches - Excellent written and oral communication demonstrated by 2 first-author publication, co-author publications and 2 invited seminars. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple projects - Advanced-level laboratory science and biotechnology managerial, supervisory, and administrative leadership skills, with further knowledge in general business studies