Siti Nor Syahirah Zainuddin

Siti Nor Syahirah Zainuddin has a diverse work experience in the field of research and laboratory work. Siti Nor Syahirah began their career as a Laboratory Technician I at miR Scientific, LLC in September 2018. In this role, they were responsible for extracting RNA from urine specimens and prostate tissue samples, quantifying RNA, updating and maintaining patient information in a database, and optimizing storage and shipping conditions for urine specimens.

After working as a Laboratory Technician I, they advanced to the position of Laboratory Technician II at miR Scientific, LLC in January 2020. Here, they designed and reviewed standard operating procedures for laboratory techniques and documentation, utilized cutting-edge technologies for the detection of snoRNA and miRNA expression in prostate cancer patients, and analyzed amplification using the AccuFill System and OpenArray.

From October 2020 to March 2023, Siti Nor Syahirah Zainuddin worked as a Senior Research Technician and Certified Laboratory Instructor at miR Scientific, LLC. In this role, they designed and tested protocols for the Assist Plus Robotic System, created training materials for new laboratory personnel, and ensured adherence to company policies and procedures.

In addition to their experience at miR Scientific, LLC, Siti Nor Syahirah Zainuddin also worked at Rochester Institute of Technology. From September 2016 to May 2018, they served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant, where they conducted cell culture testing and primary cell maintenance, presented research findings at a scientific paper session, and worked with confocal microscopy.

During their time at Rochester Institute of Technology, they also had a role as a Set Up Event Crew member and as a Laboratory Teaching Assistant for Cell and Molecular Biology. As a Teaching Assistant, they guided students in adhering to appropriate laboratory techniques, demonstrated various laboratory techniques, and provided assistance with assignments and in-class discussion.

Overall, Siti Nor Syahirah Zainuddin has developed a strong background in research and laboratory work through their various roles at miR Scientific, LLC and Rochester Institute of Technology.

Siti Nor Syahirah Zainuddin completed their education in a progression from secondary school to college and finally to university. Siti Nor Syahirah attended Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Tengku Mahmud from 2008 to 2012, which marked their secondary education. Afterward, they pursued a degree in Biotechnology through the American Credit Transfer Program at INTEC Education College from 2013 to 2015. Lastly, Siti Nor Syahirah Zainuddin furthered their studies at Rochester Institute of Technology from 2015 to 2018, where they earned a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology.