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Sandra McDonald <br /> Resume • <br /> Page two <br /> 1982 to 1983: Senior Lab Technician, Department of Pharmaceutical Cell Biology, College of <br /> Pharmacy, University of Minnesota. <br /> Conducted biochemistry and enzymology experiments to determine the biosynthetic pathway <br /> of pyrethrin synthesis. These experiments involved work with radioactive.isotopes and <br /> compound separations using TLC and HPLC. <br /> 1981 to 1982: Lab Technician, Horticulture Department, University of Minnesota. <br /> Worked in tissue culture lab. Experience in media preparation and sterile technique as well <br /> as maintenance of stock plants. <br /> 1980: Lab Technician, SERCO Labs. <br /> Analyzed environmental samples for various organic compounds. Involved in extraction, <br /> clean-up procedures, and analysis of samples using GC. <br /> 1978 to 1979: Lab Technician, Northstar Division, Midwest Research Institute. <br /> Involved in field sampling, extraction and analysis of organic and inorganic compounds in <br /> environmental samples. In charge of GC analysis for two EPA projects. <br /> Education <br /> Bachelor of Science in Horticulture, University of Minnesota, 1983. <br /> -Special emphasis on genetics, biochemistry, and plant physiology. <br /> Completed Environmental Technology Program,Hennepin Technical Center, 1978. <br /> -Gained practical experience in environmental sampling techniques, microbiology and <br /> anslytical wct chemistry. <br /> Professional Organizations <br /> Minnesota Mass Spectrometry Discussion Group <br /> -Board Member. <br /> Minnesota Chromatography Forum <br /> -Symposium Committee Chair. <br /> Volatiles Discussion-Group <br /> • <br />