Robert A. Bruce
Denham Springs
Summary
Achieved expertise in Doctor of Medicine and completed internship in internal medicine.,Enhanced research outcomes through effective management of medical research and clinical data analysis.,Elevated laboratory standards by implementing successful safety and quality control programs.,Produced published scientific manuscripts through co-authorship and rigorous editing.,Delivered high-quality experimental data by designing and interpreting experiments with advanced techniques including western blot, RT-PCR, immunochemistry, fluorescent microscopy, and flow cytometry.,Strengthened understanding of cancer biology, immunology, cytokine gene expression, and cell adhesion through targeted training.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director Animal Control
Denham Springs Animal Shelter
Denham Springs, Louisiana
- Manage daily Animal shelter and control activities and handled disputes with the public
- Perform animal control for the city of Denham Springs.
- Wrote standard operating procedures, developed new laboratory techniques, continued as needed all duties of an Animal Control Helper.
Research Technician
State University of New York, Department of Pharmacology
Buffalo, New York
01.1999
- Generated and interpreted data which demonstrated that calcium ion channel expression was modified following hyperglycemia exposure.
- Sacrificed rodents, dissected, isolated, and cultured primary pancreatic insulin secreting cells.
- Performed RT-PCR to measure the expression of specific calcium channel isoforms.
- Prepared laboratory solutions and autoclaved equipment.
Retail Sales Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
Baker, Port Allen, and New Roads, Louisiana
01.2012 - Current
- Performed counter service to provide customers with proper parts and supplies.
- Managed store at night and supervised subordinates.
- Maintained Cash drawers and safe.
Animal Control Helper II
Denham Springs Animal Shelter
Denham Springs, Louisiana
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Provided socialization and training to animals. Presented animals to public for adoption.
- Performed phlebotomy for immunoassay, prepared and examined fecal samples.
- Fed animals, cleaned kennels, data entry and performed facility maintenance.
Resident in Internal Medicine
College of Medicine, University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Delivered direct patient care by interviewing and examining patients.
- Diagnosed disease by analyzing and interpreting signs, symptoms, and laboratory data.
- Wrote admit orders, took histories and physicals, and dictated discharge summaries.
- Abstracted and interpreted data to present case studies at conferences and rounds.
- Educated patients and families of test results, prognosis, and healthy lifestyles.
Clinical Laboratory Technician
Tulane University Medical Center, Drug Analysis Laboratory
New Orleans, Louisiana
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Developed quality improvement end points and standard operating procedures.
- Initiated a computer-based quality control data system to increase assay precision.
- Reviewed literature and data to create and modify power point presentations.
- Collected clinical samples and performed forensic drug screens.
- Assembled workstations and migrated computers to Microsoft Windows and Office professional.
Research Associate
Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Department of Molecular Immunology
Buffalo, New York
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Designed and interpreted experiments that supported the hypothesis that cytokines increase lymphocyte adhesion to vascular endothelium.
- Wrote and edited sections of original manuscripts for publication and grant support.
- Created power point presentations and presented in seminars and conferences.
- Cultured cell lines, transfected plasmids, preformed reporter gene assays.
- Performed immunochemistry, florescent microscopy, and flow cytometry.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Earl K. Long Memorial Hospital, Department of Clinical Pathology
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
01.1990 - 01.1993
- Collected, performed, and documented daily laboratory test results.
- Verified and notified physicians of life-threatening critical values.
- Assisted pathologists with clinical and forensic autopsies.
- Mediated conflicts between laboratory technicians and medical staff.
Student Biologist
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
01.1989 - 01.1990
- Collected environmental and fisheries samples from estuaries and deep offshore sites to assess the environmental impact of the offshore oil industry.
- Identified specimens, processed environmental samples, and entered data.
- Staged gravid shrimp used to determine gulf shrimping seasons.
- Prepared and maintained collection equipment for field work.
Education
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
Tulane University School of Medicine
New Orleans, Louisiana01.2008
Master of Science - Natural Science
State University of New York
Buffalo, New York01.1999
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana01.1988
Skills
- Assisted in managing staff to promote effective teamwork
- Supported creative direction initiatives to enhance project outcomes
- Participated in strategic planning to align team objectives
- Conducted data analysis to inform decision-making
- Facilitated staff development programs to boost employee skills
- Contributed to team operations to streamline processes
- Aided in resolving employee relations issues for a positive work environment
- Assisted in crisis management efforts to maintain stability
- Provided consulting support to improve operational efficiency
Publications
- Peer Reviewed Journal Articles/Abstracts Chen Q, Wang WC, Bruce R. Li H. Schleider DM. Mulbury MJ. Bain MD. Wallace PK. Baumann H. Evans SS. Central role of IL-6 receptor signal-transducing chain gp130 in activation of L-selectin adhesion by fever-range thermal stress. Immunity. 2001 Jan; 20(1):59-70. Shah A. Unger E. Bain MD. Bruce R. Bodkin J. Ginnetti J. Wang WC. Seon B. Stewart CC. Evans SS. Cytokine and adhesion molecule expression in primary human endothelial cells stimulated with fever-range hyperthermia. International Journal of Hyperthermia. 2002 Nov; 18(6): 534-551. Evans, S.S., & Fry, M., Scheider, D.D, Bruce, R.A., Wang, W.C., Repasky, E., Appenheimer, M. (1998). Regulation of Leukocyte-Endothelial Cell Interactions in Tumor Immunity. In E.Mihich and C.M. Croce (Ed.), Biology of Tumors (pp. 273-286). New York: Phenum Press.
- Other Articles Bruce RA, Mubury MJ, Bain MD, Wang WC, Li H, Baumann H, and Evans SS. (2001, March 8). Central Role of IL-6 in Stimulation of L-Selectin Adhesion During Fever Range Hyperthermia. Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology. Publication Status: Published.
- Poster Presentation Appenheimer, M., Bruce, R., Silva, P., Gollnick, S., Aplan, P., and Evans, S. (1998). L-Selectin Gene Expression is Regulated by an Interferon-alpha Responsive Signal Transduction Pathway. Poster presented at: Regional Cancer Center Consortium for Biological Therapy of Cancer; Buffalo, NY. Appenheimer,M., Silva, P., Bruce, R., Gollnick,S., Aplan, P., and Evans, S. (1997). Identification of Interferon Responsive Elements Within the L-Selectin Gene Regulatory Region. Poster presented at: Joint AAAAI/AAI/CIS; San Francisco, CA.
- Bruce, R., Collins, J., Timmerman, J., Araiza, A., Dincer, U., and Tune, J. (2004). Effects of Intracoronary Administered Leptin on Coronary Blood Flow. Poster presented at: National Cancer Institute Summer Research Internship; New Orleans, LA.
- Oral Presentation Bruce, R. (1999). Role of Interferon Stimulated Response Elements (ISRE) in the Induction of the L-Selectin Gene Promoter by Interferon-Alpha. Oral Presentation presented at: Thesis Presentation; Buffalo, NY.
Timeline
Animal Control Helper II
Denham Springs Animal Shelter
01.2014 - 01.2022
Retail Sales Specialist
O'Reilly Auto Parts
01.2012 - Current
Resident in Internal Medicine
College of Medicine, University of South Alabama
01.2008 - 01.2010
Clinical Laboratory Technician
Tulane University Medical Center, Drug Analysis Laboratory
01.2002 - 01.2003
Research Technician
State University of New York, Department of Pharmacology
01.1999
Research Associate
Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Department of Molecular Immunology
01.1999 - 01.2002
Medical Laboratory Technician
Earl K. Long Memorial Hospital, Department of Clinical Pathology
01.1990 - 01.1993
Student Biologist
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
01.1989 - 01.1990
Assistant Director Animal Control
Denham Springs Animal Shelter
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
Tulane University School of Medicine
Master of Science - Natural Science
State University of New York
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Louisiana State University