Sok C. Ngoun
2332 Gareth Cir.
Stockton, Ca 95210
s_ngoun@uop.edu
h. (209) 955-1123, c. (209) 607-5655
Objective
I am seeking a full time period of employment in the field of Bioengineering or
Chemistry-Biology.
Education
University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA
 Bioengineering BS 2003
 Chemistry-Biology BS 2003
Qualifications
 Strong undergraduate lab training in Biology, Chemistry, Genetics, and Physics.
 Programming Languages: C++ , VHDL, LISP.
 Applications: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Publisher, Image Mixer.
 Design Entry Tools: PSPICE, MAX + plus II CAD, MATLAB, LabView, TEM, SEM.
 Leadership skills, group-working abilities, fluent Cambodian.
Work Experience
US Department of Agriculture, Albany (2002)
Physical Science Aid
 Research on biodegradable plastic: design experiments and perform test on
products
 Prepared and capture specimen images with SEM and light microscope
 Design webpage for the department
Natus Medical Inc., San Carlos (2001)
Engineering Intern
 Performed calibration test on ATA cables and ear couplers.
 Gave input to the improvement of the design quality of ATA cables and ear
coupler.
University of the Pacific
Summer Study Abroad Program in Thailand (2003)
 Learned Thai and took a course on Human Perspective on Development and the
Environment (Received CIEE Scholarship)
MMEP Program in Newark, New Jersey (2002)
 Received Scholarship to attend New Jersey Medical School program to prepare
for professional school in the medical field.
Undergraduate and Independent Research (2001-2002)
 Worked on a quadruple bond inorganic metal used as an anti-cancerous agent
(Received Deans Research Award).
 Worked on a gene called ABF-1 and HES-6, which is a nuclear transcriptional
repressor found to control cell growth. Techniques used to analyze the gene
include inoculation, mini-prep, double digestion, running gels, PCR and more.
Student Lab Assistant @ Chemistry Department (2002)
 Ran IR samples for Organic Chemistry Lab
Student Advising (2002-2003)
 Do orientation for freshman, transfer and family
 Advise incoming freshman and transfer student
Sales Clerk @ University Barnes and Noble Book Store (2003)
 Assist student and maintain books
Student Assistant @ Engineering School MESA (2003)
 Organize activities for MESA events: Saturday Academy, MESA Day, etc.
Student Assistant @ Student Life and CIP (1998-2002)
 Performed all clerical functions necessary for smooth office operations.
Computer Lab Assistant (1999)
 Maintained technical equipment, taught students technical skills necessary for
achieving their learning objective, and ensured an atmosphere conducive to
learning.
Tutor (1999)
 Tutored students in basic concepts in General Chemistry. Some of the topics
covered are nomenclature, states of matter, stoichiometry, reactions, etc.
Private Industry Council (PIC)
Movie Editor (1995)
 Edited movies in various formats using an editing machine, super VHS camera,
and editing segments of video, adding in dialogue and music (Received Award
of Merit).
Volunteer Experience
St. Joseph's Emergency Room Assistant (2000-2001)
 Escort patients into rooms, prepare rooms for patient exams, maintain inventory,
and assisted medical staff with patient care.
UOP, Community Involvement Program Projects (1998-Present)
 Coordinated projects including Halloween Party, Thanksgiving Basket Drive,
Clean up in McKinley Park and CIP Newsletter Editor/Layout, deliver food
basket for AIDS Foundation.
Madison Elementary School Tutor (1995-1998)
 Organized recreational activities for students in an after school program,
supervised play and tutored in various subjects.
Memberships
Community Involvement Program, Success, Beta Beta Beta (BBB), MESA/MEP,
Society of Women's Engineer (SWE), Alpha Chi Sigma (AXE), ENGAGE.
References
 Tod Bannister - Director of Cooperative Education, UOP (209)946-3062
 Dr. Elizabeth Day - Associate Chemistry Professor, UOP (209)946-2061
 De Wood - Botanist, Microscopy & Imaging Lab, USDA (510)559-5653