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Marco Casaulta

Marco Casaulta

Major In Microbiology
Müntschemier

Summary

Experienced Master in Science with many years of experience in customer service and scientific research. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
18
18
Certificates
3
3
Languages

Work History

Lab Technician

Wessling AG
Lyss, Bern
11.2018 - 12.2022
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
  • Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • PCR, ELISA and pH Validation (Verification) in food stuffs-successful accreditation of 3 methods.
  • Introduction of remote sampling documentation- successful implementation of 3 sampling protocols.

Landscaper

Naturnahe Gärten Ritter
Gampelen, Bern
08.2014 - 11.2018
  • Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching and edging of lawns.
  • Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
  • Participated in seminars to better understand natural pest control products.

Apprentice Landscaper

GeWa, Stiftung für berufliche Integration, Gartenbau
Zollikofen, Bern
08.2012 - 07.2014
  • Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens seasonally.
  • Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
  • Mulched gardens, placed sod and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
  • Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
  • Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.

Career Trek Participant

GeWa, Stiftung für berufliche Integration, Gartenbau
Zollikofen, Bern
10.2011 - 08.2012

Reinigungs-Vorarbeiter

Citypflege, Arbeits- und Integrationsprojekt des Contact Netz
Bern
10.2010 - 09.2011
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Research Scientist

University of Bern, Institute of Anatomy
Bern
04.2005 - 04.2008
  • Wrote research reports and summaries regarding distribution and localization of inhaled nanoparticles in functional and deceased lungs.
  • Combined energy-filter-electron-microscopy procedures with quantitative (Stereology) analysis of specimens.
  • Teaching assistant (histology for doctors)
  • 2 resulting publications:
  • (2014) Biokinetics of nanoparticles and susceptibility to particulate exposure in a murine model of cystic fibrosis
    Marianne Geiser1†, Tobias Stoeger2†, Marco Casaulta1, Shanze Chen2, Manuela Semmler-Behnke23, Ines Bolle2, Shinji Takenaka2, Wolfgang G Kreyling23 and Holger Schulz24
    † Equal contributors 1 Institute of Anatomy, Medical Faculty, University of Bern, CH-3012 Bern, Switzerland 2 Institute of Lung Biology and Disease, Helmholtz Center
    Munich – German Research Center for Environmental Health, D-85764 Neuherberg/Munich, Germany 3 Current address: Institute of Epidemiology II, Helmholtz Center Munich – German Research Center for Environmental Health, D 85764 Neuherberg/Munich, Germany 4 Institute of Epidemiology I, Helmholtz Center Munich – German Research Center for Environmental Health, D-85764 Neuherberg/Munich, Germany
  • (2007) The role of macrophages in the clearance of inhaled ultrafine titanium dioxide particles
    Marianne Geiser1, Marco Casaulta1, Barbara Kupferschmid1, Holger Schulz2, Manuela Semmler-Behnke2, Wolfgang Kreyling2
    1Institute of Anatomy, University of Bern, CH-3012 Bern, Switzerland and 2GSF - National Research Center for Environment and Health, Institute for Inhalation Biology, D-85758 Neuherberg/Munich, Germany

Research Scientist

University of Bern, Department of Clinical Research
Bern
06.2004 - 02.2005
  • Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
  • Targeted kinetic research by focusing on specific inhibitory compounds.
  • 1 resulting publication:
  • (2005) Chartering biologically relevant chemical space: A structural classification of natural products (SCONP)
    Koch Marcus1,2, Schuffenhauer Ansgar3, Scheck Michael2, Wetzel Stefan1,2, Casaulta Marco4, Odermatt Alex4, Ertl Peter2, Waldmann Herbert1,2
    1Department of Chemical Biology, Max Plank Institute of Molecular Physiology, D-44227 Dortmund, Germany, 2Fachbereich 3, Chemische Biologie, University Dortmund, D-44227 Dortmund, Germany, 3Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research, CH-4002 Basel, Switzerland and 4Departement of Nephrology and Hypertension, University of Bern, CH-3010 Bern, Switzerland

Volunteer

WDCS, Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
Spey Bay, United Kingdom
03.2003 - 09.2003
  • Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients.
  • Greeted visitors and answered questions about program, requirements and opportunities.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.

Volunteer

Dr. Pascale Steiner
Ten Thousand Islands, Florida
09.1999 - 09.1999
  • Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients.

Education

Fähigkeitszeugnis (EFZ) - Landscaping

Gewerblich Industrielle Berufsfachschule
Thun, Bern
11.2011 - 08.2014

1. Lizentiats-Nebenfach in Sportwissenschaften - Sports Studies

Universität Bern, Institut Für Sportwissenschaften
Bern
10.2004 - 08.2009

Master of Science - Biology With Major in Microbiology

University of Bern
Bern
10.1997 - 12.2002

Skills

Documentation and reporting

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Accomplishments

  • Achieved Sport Fischer Brevet by completing SANA Nachweis exam with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved Jagdprüfung Kanton Bern by completing theoretical and practical exam with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved Diplom Kurs Feldbotanik (SVS) by completing exam with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Ongoing education: Französisch Niveau B1, Klubschule Welle 7, Bern.

Certification

Grundschulung mit Kenntnisnachweis Probenahme Trinkwasser nach Trinkwasserverordnung (TrinkwV). Webinar, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

Timeline

Grundschulung mit Kenntnisnachweis Probenahme Trinkwasser nach Trinkwasserverordnung (TrinkwV). Webinar, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

02-2022

Akkreditierung im Labor: Fortgeschrittene Modul 1, Web-Seminar, Biomérieux.

07-2021

What you need to know about the new ISO 16140-3 on microbiological method verification. Webinar, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

02-2021

GENE-UP- Real-time PCR. Teilnahme an der Einweisung, Lyss- Biomérieux, Deutschland GmbH.

01-2021

ISO 11133 Culture media quality assurance – latest updates and practical lab tips. Webinar, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

01-2020

Biosafety Officer (BSO) of Safety Level 2, Curriculum Biosicherheit, Bern.

09-2019

Mikrobielle Lebensmittelsicherheit und -qualität: Wie werden sie beurteilt? Zürcher Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften, Wädenswil.

06-2019

PH Messung- Troubleshooting bei pH Elektroden, Metrohm Schweiz AG, Zofingen.

02-2019

Lab Technician

Wessling AG
11.2018 - 12.2022

Einsatz von biologischen Pflanzenschutzmitteln im Gartenbau, Andermatt Biocontrol, Bern.

02-2017

Landscaper

Naturnahe Gärten Ritter
08.2014 - 11.2018

Apprentice Landscaper

GeWa, Stiftung für berufliche Integration, Gartenbau
08.2012 - 07.2014

Fähigkeitszeugnis (EFZ) - Landscaping

Gewerblich Industrielle Berufsfachschule
11.2011 - 08.2014

Career Trek Participant

GeWa, Stiftung für berufliche Integration, Gartenbau
10.2011 - 08.2012

Reinigungs-Vorarbeiter

Citypflege, Arbeits- und Integrationsprojekt des Contact Netz
10.2010 - 09.2011

Labortierkunde Modul II, Universität Zürich, Irchel.

11-2009

Sechszehnter Kongress der International Society for Aerosols in Medicine (ISAM), Tours, Frankreich.

06-2007

Scientific writing clinic (medicine, life sciences and chemistry), Universität Bern, Bern.

02-2007

Labortierkunde Modul I, Universität Zürich, Irchel.

07-2006

Cryomethods, Ultramicrotomy and Immunolabeling, Cell Microscopy Center, Department für Zellbiologie, Universität Utrecht, Medizinisches Zentrum, Niederlande.

07-2006

Vascular Cell Biology, Theodor Kocher Institut, Universität Bern, Bern.

05-2006

Molecular Biological Methods in Clinical Diagnosis, Department für Klinische Forschung, Universität Bern, Bern.

01-2006

Workshop on recent stereology, Institut für Anatomie, Universität Bern, Bern.

09-2005

Mikroskopie Konferenz, 6. Dreiländertagung 2005, Davos, Schweiz (Bericht im Schweizerische Gesellschaft für Versuchstierkunde (SGV) Newsletter 34).

08-2005

Research Scientist

University of Bern, Institute of Anatomy
04.2005 - 04.2008

1. Lizentiats-Nebenfach in Sportwissenschaften - Sports Studies

Universität Bern, Institut Für Sportwissenschaften
10.2004 - 08.2009

Research Scientist

University of Bern, Department of Clinical Research
06.2004 - 02.2005

Volunteer

WDCS, Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
03.2003 - 09.2003

Volunteer

Dr. Pascale Steiner
09.1999 - 09.1999

Master of Science - Biology With Major in Microbiology

University of Bern
10.1997 - 12.2002

Letters of Recommendation

  • Wessling AG, Lyss, Bern, (Arbeitszeugnis als Zwischenzeugnis)
  • Naturnahe Gärten Ritter, Gampelen, Bern, (Arbeitszeugnis)
  • GeWa, Stiftung für berufliche Integration, Gartenbau, Zollikofen, Bern, (Arbeitszeugnis)
  • GeWa, Stiftung für berufliche Integration, Gartenbau, Zollikofen, Bern, (Arbeitsbestätigung)
  • Citypflege, Arbeits- und Integrationsprogramm des Contact Netz, Bern, (Arbeitszeugnis)
  • University of Bern, Institute of Anatomy, Bern, (Working Reference for Marco Casaulta)
  • University of Bern, Department of Clinical Research, Bern, (To whom it may concern)
  • WDCS, Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society, Spey Bay, United Kingdom, (To whom it may concern)
  • Dr. Pascale Steiner, Ten Thousand Islands, Florida, (Arbeitszeugnis Herr Marco Casaulta)




Marco CasaultaMajor In Microbiology