Paola Carolina Alzate Calderon
Microbiologist - Posdoctoral Researcher
Colombia,COL
Summary
Experienced Microbiologist with proven experience improving scientific community by performing accurate research while complying with laboratory safety protocol and standards. Outstanding data management and report development skills contributing to research funding efforts. Scientist experienced in establishing investigative tasks and motivating staff to attain goals. Offers knowledge of laboratory equipment, safety practices and biohazard disposal. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
ICESI University and Santiago of Cali University
Colombia , Cali
02.2020 - Current
- Instructed 100 students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter each semester.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Incorporated 2 multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Evaluated and revised 4 lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
Posdoctoral Researcher
Buenos Aires University
Argentina , Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
04.2013 - 07.2018
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Carried out almost 5 duties accurately and efficiently.
- Perform almost 10 laboratory tests, analyze results and document in spreadsheets
- Writing scientific papers and participate in congresses.
Quality Analyst
El Rey Spices
Colombia , Valle Del Cauca
07.2007 - 02.2010
- Analyze about 50 samples per day, including raw material, product in process and finished product.
- Creation of sensory panel with 20 participants for development and improvement area.
- Created and collaborated in implementation and maintenance of customer complaint log, control plans, work and inspection instructions, local procedures and visual aids and samples.
- Developed and maintained quality assurance procedure documentation.
- Compiled and distributed weekly feedback to team leaders and managers to improve service time and quality while increasing productivity.
- Used Power Point to create presentations, flowcharts and graphs to prepare for various meetings.
- Implemented test scripts and recorded results.
- Inspected, verified and documented quantifiable characteristics of finished goods by comparing against customer specifications and company quality standards.
Education
No Degree - Posdoctoral Research Nanotechnology - Biopolymers
ICESI University
Colombia 12.2020 - 12.2021
Ph.D. - Food Sciences And Technology - Nanotechnology
Buenos Aires University
Argentina 04.2013 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Food Technology - Biochemestry - Bromatology
Buenos Aires University
Argentina 03.2010 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology - Biochemistry
Javeriana University
Colombia 02.2002 - 11.2007
High School Diploma -
San Joseph School
Colombia 02.1990 - 11.2001
Skills
Classroom management
Timeline
No Degree - Posdoctoral Research Nanotechnology - Biopolymers
ICESI University
12.2020 - 12.2021
Teacher
ICESI University and Santiago of Cali University
02.2020 - Current
Posdoctoral Researcher
Buenos Aires University
04.2013 - 07.2018
Ph.D. - Food Sciences And Technology - Nanotechnology
Buenos Aires University
04.2013 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Food Technology - Biochemestry - Bromatology
Buenos Aires University
03.2010 - 11.2014
Quality Analyst
El Rey Spices
07.2007 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology - Biochemistry
Javeriana University
02.2002 - 11.2007
High School Diploma -
San Joseph School
02.1990 - 11.2001
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