Dylan Shivak

Background

About Dylan Shivak

Extensive experience in executing business plans to achieve success in the vaccines field: successfully launched a new vaccine in the Canadian market - the first market in the world - through an extensive customer network throughout Saskatchewan & Manitoba including both GPs and pharmacists. Extensive molecular biology experience: advanced knowledge of DNA extraction and purification (bacterial, yeast and plant cells), PCR screening, molecular cloning, DNA sequence analysis, KASP genotyping and heterologous gene expression in yeast. Experience in a wide array of laboratory techniques: proficiency in in vivo bioluminescent imaging, small animal models, fatty acid analysis through gas chromatography (GC), emasculation and crossing of wheat and Arabidopsis transformation. Excellent time management and organizational skills: experienced in managing the simultaneous planting, screening and maintenance of hundreds plants over long time courses. Proficient in planning and performing experiments for multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Accurately maintains records and data in a timely fashion. Proficiency in technical writing and communication skills: experience in technical writing through the preparation of numerous scientific manuscripts, reports and a graduate thesis. Excellent public speaker and proficient in research translation and presentation. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), data analysis software (Graphpad Prism), and DNA sequence analysis (Geneious & Vector NTI)- Adept at working with of Salmonella spp, E. coli and other bacteria in a CL2 laboratory - Extensive knowledge of IVIS Lumina II Bioluminescent Imager - Skilled in the use of a Victor X3 multi-label plate-reader - Proficient in developing and troubleshooting methods and protocols - Experienced in the handling of sensitive samples (murine tissue, organ and fecal samples)- Functional knowledge of numerous immunology techniques (FACS, ELISA, Western blotting etc.)