Carleena Marker

Assisted in lecture and lab development and delivery for courses including Basic Medical Microbiology Lab, Microbial Genetics, and Parasitology.

Led R01 funded research on vaccine development against Borrelia burgdorferi, the causative agent of Lyme disease. Developed novel vaccine formulations and investigated antigen combinations for a multivalent Lyme disease vaccine, while mentoring undergraduate students in molecular biology techniques and career development.

Contributed to promotion of the Master of Public Health in Epidemiology Program through website management, social media creation, and recruitment events. Led data collection and interpretation for CEPH accreditation and chaired National Public Health Week 2021 events.

Led laboratory instruction for Biology 110 and Biology 111, covering topics such as mitosis, meiosis, biochemistry, statistics, Drosophila genetics, and development in amphibians and birds.

Educated the public on guided tours featuring over twelve animal species while driving a safari-style tour bus. Ensured animal health and passenger safety across 250 acres of safari field.

Gained veterinary medicine experience through observation and assistance with appointments and surgeries under the guidance of Dr. Kurt Krusen.

Conducted patient-based research on breast cancer data and national averages, and observed doctor-patient interactions and biopsies under Dr. Angela Soto Hamlin.

Doctor of Philosophy in Immunology and Microbial Pathogenesis, with a dissertation on the evaluation of multiple platforms for a multivalent vaccine against Borrelia burgdorferi. Also earned a Certificate in University Teaching in May 2026.

Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the College of Health Sciences.

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry with a minor in Forensic Science and a concentration in Pre-Veterinary Medicine from the College of Agriculture.