CORINNE E. HENNESSY
3014 Shoshone Trail
Lafayette, CO 80026
chenn313@yahoo.com
(845)-656-8100
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EDUCATION
Union College, Schenectady, NY
B.S in Biology, June 2004
Senior Seminar and Research in Clinical Oncology
High School: Choate Rosemary Hall, Wallingford, CT
RELATED COURSEWORK
Fundamental Chemistry, Organic Chemistry (2001)
Cells and Organisms, Hereditary, Evolution and Ecology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Ethics and Molecular Biology
(2002)
Chinese Medicine, Brain and Behavior, Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy, and Biochemistry (2003)
Cellular Neuroscience, Clinical Oncology, Endocrinology (2004)
Anatomy and Physiology I (2005), Anatomy and Physiology II (2006), Microbiology and Immunology (2007)
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, LABtype Visual, Histotract, Lab Manager,
Advantx Medical Manager, Freezerworks, HTML
CERTIFICATIONS
Tecan Evoware Standard and Liquid Handling Certification (2011)
CPR/AED (2009)
Aerobics and Fitness Association of America -Personal Training Certification (2008)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Professional Research Assistant-Schwartz/Yang Laboratory, The University of Colorado-Anschutz Medical
Campus, Aurora CO, 2011-Present
. Extract DNA and RNA from lung tissue, peripheral blood mononuclear cells, sputum and nasal epithelial cells
. Handle and manipulate specimens on the Tecan Freedom Evo Robot
. Perform methylation and acetylation experiments such as CHIP, CHARM, and Pyrosequencing for large scale
asthma and lung genomics projects.
Lead and supervise two college students with general laboratory procedures and applications
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Laboratory Technician IV- Schwartz Laboratory, National Jewish Health, Denver CO, 2009-2011
·Extract DNA and RNA from blood, lung tissue and nasal epithelial cells.
· Perform methylation experiments such as CHARM (Comprehensive High-Throughput Array for Relative
Methylation), and Pyrosequencing for the Lung Genomics Research Consortium and the Inner City Asthma
Consortium.
·Proficient in general PCR, real–time PCR and gel electrophoresis.
Perform Sanger sequencing experiments with Applied Biosystems 3730 Sequencer.
Handle all sample receiving, shipping and extractions for the Inner City Asthma Consortium project.
Lead and supervise two college graduate students with general laboratory procedures and applications.
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Sr. Laboratory Technician II, Histocompatability and Molecular Genetics Laboratory, The American Red
Cross, Philadelphia, PA , 2005-September 2009
•Assign intermediate and high resolution HLA (Human Leukocyte Antigen) Class I and Class II typing of clinical
samples for bone marrow transplantation, organ transplantation and transfusion.
•Proficient in a wide array of laboratory methods, such as PCR, SSOP, SSP,ELISA, Antibody Screening, and
Sequence Based Typing
•Extract DNA from various sources of blood samples, buccal swabs and cultured cells.
•Prepare laboratory reagents for amplification, hybridization, and extraction methodologies.
•Operate laboratory machinery such as M-96 and M-6 extraction robots, Luminex, and Bio-robot Universal
Systems.
•Perform Reagent Test Trials for Biotechnology Companies like ONE-LAMBDA and QIAGEN.
•Handle all National Marrow Donor Program typing, data transmission, and confirmation.
Personal Trainer, Vertex Fitness, Bryn Mawr PA, 2008-August 2009
∙ Specialize in using high intensity strength training protocols to help clients look and feel better, and reach their ultimate
potential.
∙ Educate clients on proper exercise technique as well as provide them with fitness tips and the latest fitness
research so that they have a better understanding of the fitness regimen they are being taken through
∙Provide clients with adequate diet and lifestyle behaviors that will help them maintain a healthy way of life.
Physical Therapy Aide, Physical Therapy at Club Fit, Jefferson Valley, NY, 2004-2005
•Assisted licensed Physical Therapists in the treatment of patients with minor, chronic and dehabilitating injuries
and conditions.
•Applied electrical stimulation, moist heat pads and ice packs to injured areas of patients.
•Guided patients along their specific rehabilitation and exercise programs
•Instructed patients on proper exercise techniques
•Applied Cervical and Lumbar Traction as well as other modalities
•Performed various secretarial tasks such as answering phones, scheduling patients, insurance billing and filing.
•Completed daily and weekly maintenance tasks in the Physical Therapy Facility.
•Acquired a great amount of medical knowledge and experience.
•Became familiar with ICD-9 coding and insurance billing protocols and well as HIPPA guidelines.
Athletic Training Assistant, Union College Athletic Training, Schenectady, NY, 2002-2003
•Assisted Trainers in treatment of injured athletes with minor, major, and chronic injuries.
•Applied wraps, ankle and wrist braces, and taped minor injuries.
•Performed maintenance tasks in the Athletic Training Facility.
•Assisted in the application of Electrical Stimulation and Ultrasound
Infant Care Provider, Pine Grove Nursery School, Mahopac, NY, 1998-2004
•Supervised and cared for infants (2 months-2 years)
Camp Counselor and Group Leader, Pine Grove Nursery School, Mahopac, NY, summer 1998-2001
•Provided day care for young children (Ages 3-11 years).
•Led groups of 25+ children and coordinated daily activities.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Community Orthopedics, Jefferson Valley, NY, Fall 2004
•Observed orthopedic surgeon in his private practice.
•Assisted Dr. Pidorriano in the evaluation of his patients.
•Gained a considerable amount of experience, patient interaction and medical knowledge.
ACTIVITIES
Member, Union College Division III Collegiate Soccer Team, 2000-2004
Member, Union College Division III Collegiate Lacrosse Team, 2001-2004, Captain 2002-2004
Mentor and Resident Prefect, Choate Rosemary Hall, 1999-2000
HONORS AND AWARDS
Three-time Collegiate Division III Lacrosse All-American, 2002, 2003, 2004
Three-time Most Valuable Player, Union College Lacrosse, 2002, 2003, 2004
Sophomore Athlete of the Year, Union College, 2002
The President’s Commission on Women’s Athletics, Union College, 2004
REFERENCES
Dr. Susan Hsu, MD, PhD
Director of Histocompatability and Molecular
Genetics, The American Red Cross
(215)-451-4899
hsus@usa.redcross.org
Jill Crary
Athletic Training Department
Union College
craryj@union.edu
(518)-388-6136
Debbie Lenihan, P.T MS
Physical Therapy at Jefferson Valley
(914)-245-8807 x118
Jon Barone
Supervisor –HLA Laboratory
The American Red Cross
baronej@usa.redcross.org
(215) 451-4274