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Rebecca Bishop

@rebeccabishop

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Recent genetics graduate with expertise in molecular biology and bioinformatics.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to apply my genetics expertise in a collaborative environment focused on innovative research and development.

I am a recent graduate with a Master’s in Genetics from Clemson University, where I gained advanced training in molecular biology, variant analysis, and clinical data interpretation using bioinformatics tools. My research has focused on rare lysosomal storage disorders, specifically mucopolysaccharidosis IIIA, utilizing Drosophila melanogaster as a model organism. I have published work on gene family annotations and have extensive experience with tools such as Genious, Ensemble, and dbSNP.

In my role as a Graduate Researcher, I conducted wet lab operations including DNA extraction, PCR, and Sanger sequencing, confirming CRISPR edits and analyzing behavioral data. My undergraduate research further honed my skills in DNA/RNA extraction and purification, and I have a strong background in managing lab operations and mentoring interns. I am passionate about applying my skills in genetic variant data interpretation and rare disease models in a collaborative team environment.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Registered Behavioral Technician

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Project Hope Foundation

Mar 2025 - Present (4 months)

Implemented programs designed to increase social skills in a neurodevelopmental population experiencing severe behavioral deficits. Collected continuous and discontinuous data on behavioral interventions to increase client expertise within Board Certified Behavioral Analyst designated programs.

Applied Behavioral Analysis Neurodevelopmental Deficits Data Collection

Graduate Researcher

Clemson University Center for Human Genetics

Aug 2021 - Dec 2024 (3 years 4 months)

Utilized Drosophila melanogaster to study a rare lysosomal storage disorder, specifically mucopolysaccharidosis IIIA. Conducted wet lab operations including DNA extraction, PCR, and Sanger sequencing to confirm CRISPR editing of fly lines.

Drosophila Melanogaster Lysosomal Storage Disorders PCR Sanger Sequencing Data Analysis

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Clemson University

Jan 2018 - Dec 2020 (2 years 11 months)

Performed various wet lab tasks such as DNA and RNA extraction, purification, quantification, and cDNA conversion. Assisted in the cultivation of Zea mays lines for inbred panel screening of stalk lodging resistance candidate genes.

CDNA Conversion Zea Mays Cultivation Data Analysis Mentorship

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Clemson University

Master of Science, Genetics

Completed a Master's in Genetics with advanced training in molecular biology, variant analysis, and clinical data interpretation using bioinformatics tools. Published a thesis on a Drosophila model of mucopolysaccharidosis IIIA.

Clemson University

Bachelor of Science, Genetics

Completed a Bachelor's in Genetics, gaining experience in various wet lab tasks including DNA and RNA extraction, purification, and quantification. Assisted in the cultivation of Zea mays lines and oversaw undergraduate summer interns.