Catalina Valdebenito

4159 South 4080 West Apt. #243 Salt Lake City, UT 84120 (818) 661-0247
cvaldebe@bruinmail.slcc.edu

Education
Salt Lake Community College, Department of Biotechnology
Transfer Associates of Science in Biotechnology
GPA: 3.94/4.00
Utah Valley University, Department of Biotechnology

Taylorsville, UT
Graduation: May 2015

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology

Graduation: May 2017

Orem, UT

Related Coursework
Biotechnology 1010 - Performed basic laboratory procedures such as dilutions, gel electrophoresis with both
DNA and protein samples, polymerase chain reaction, simple and double staining, bacterial transformations,
protein purification, microscopy, resulting in improved understanding within the research field

Biotechnology 2010 - Completed a laboratory project that implemented principles of recombinant DNA
technology, such as molecular cloning and gene expression, to isolate a -glucosidase gene (bglA) from Bacillus
halodurans and introduce it into another host species, a BL21 (DE3) strain of E. coli, via the vector plasmid
pET30a+

Biotechnology 2030 (Cell culture) - Currently learning the methods and skills needed to grow and maintain
cultures of eukaryotic cells while employing sterile technique

Work Experience
InnovaBio
Research Intern

West Jordan, UT
August 2014Present

Maintains a comprehensive lab notebook to record protocols, observations, and results of experiments
In training to take part in the more advanced projects currently in progress
Assists in setting up and cleaning various laboratory instruments and equipment
When needed, sets up aliquots for later use by other interns and staff
Sams Club Optical Center
Murray, UT
Optician
May 2014Present
Ensures eyeglasses are properly fitted and dispensed to patients following specific instructions by optometrists
Utilizes specialized tools to repair or readjust frames to the satisfaction of patients
Trains patients on the proper use of contacts and related supplies / equipment
Strictly complies to HIPAA standards to ensure patients information remains confidential
Assists optometrist by performing preliminary tests on patients ensuring increased accuracy of diagnosis
Translates relevant information for Spanish-speaking patients
Sams Club Electronics Department
Murray, UT
Wireless Associate
JuneMay 2014

Provided high-quality information to members regarding the different phones and plans available and advised
them based on their needs and wants
Maintained up-to-date knowledge on the new phones and their specifications to better advise members

Accomplishments
ACCESS Program for Women in Science and Mathematics

Matched with a primary investigator based on field of choice and given the opportunity to work as a research
assistant in Dr. Sherwood Casjens bacteriophage laboratory, for two semesters

Bioscience research program for high school students

Received training and research experience in Dr. Anthea Letsous human genetics laboratory in an eight-week
summer research program. Performed numerous PCR experiments and recorded results on lab notebook, and as
a result gained valuable experience on this technique