HIGHLIGHTS
OF EXPERTISE
- My recent project history includes my undergraduate thesis in cell cycle mutations and Master’s thesis in DNA-based radiation dosimetry.
- I have had the opportunity to conduct my Master’s thesis as part of a multidisciplinary team, requiring me to be able to coordinate and communicate goals and progress to a diverse group.
- My thesis work has allowed me to gain experience in experimental design, working with Health Canada, Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC-Ottawa), and the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN).
- Research article published in February 2011 issue of Radiation Protection Dosimetry (Oxford Journals).
EDUCATION
Master of Applied Science, Nuclear Engineering
Field: Radiation Dosimetry
Royal Military College of Canada, Ontario
November 2010
Bachelor of Science, Genetics Specialization
Minor: Philosophy
McMaster University, Ontario
April 2007
Field: Radiation Dosimetry
Royal Military College of Canada, Ontario
November 2010
Bachelor of Science, Genetics Specialization
Minor: Philosophy
McMaster University, Ontario
April 2007
EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant
Royal Military College of Canada, Canadian Smart Materials and Structures Group
National Organizational Committee CANSMART/CINDE Workshop 2011
February 2011 - Present (part-time)
Storefront Server
Tim Hortons, Kingston, Ontario
Quarterly Employee (4th Quarter, 2011)
March 2011 - Present (part-time)
Research Assistant
Royal Military College of Canada, DNA Dosimeter Project
February 2008 - August 2008
Royal Military College of Canada, Canadian Smart Materials and Structures Group
National Organizational Committee CANSMART/CINDE Workshop 2011
February 2011 - Present (part-time)
Storefront Server
Tim Hortons, Kingston, Ontario
Quarterly Employee (4th Quarter, 2011)
March 2011 - Present (part-time)
Research Assistant
Royal Military College of Canada, DNA Dosimeter Project
February 2008 - August 2008
SKILLS
Technical Skills
- Experienced with dosimetry devices including thermoluminescent detectors, optically stimulated luminescent detectors, bubble detectors
- Trained in radiation safety, as well as laboratory and occupational safety
- Experienced in experimental design and execution, as well as data collection
- Adept at identifying and defining problems, statistical analysis, information interpretation
- Strong computer skills including: MS Office, web and graphics, basic programming
- Able to work independently, contribute to a team or instruct others
- Able to condense and convey complex information
- Sensitive to the specific needs and directives of colleagues and supervisors
- Skilled at organizing ideas and information, maintaining progress records, writing detailed and structured reports
PUBLICATIONS
Wood T, Lewis BJ, McDermott K, Bennett LG, Avarmaa K, Corcoran EC, Wilkinson D, Jones A, Jones T, Kennedy E, Prud'homme-Lalonde L, Boudreau D, Gravel JF, Drolet C, Kerr A, Schreiner LJ, Pierre JR, Blagoeva R, Veres T. Use of a Dual-Labelled Oligonucleotide as a DNA Dosemeter for Radiological Exposure Detection. Radiat Prot Dosimetry. Feb 2011
Avarmaa K, Early Development and Characterization of a DNA-Based Radiation Dosimeter MASc Thesis. Nov 2010
Avarmaa K, IR29: Characterization of an Unknown Cell Cycle Gene BSc Thesis. Apr 2007
Avarmaa K, Early Development and Characterization of a DNA-Based Radiation Dosimeter MASc Thesis. Nov 2010
Avarmaa K, IR29: Characterization of an Unknown Cell Cycle Gene BSc Thesis. Apr 2007