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Eun-Ji Park

Genomics & Bioinformatics Research Trainee
Seoul,11
Eun-Ji Park

Summary

Forest resources graduate with a double major in Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics. Experienced in molecular cloning, PCR optimization, and chloroplast genome–based phylogenetic analysis. Skilled in integrating wet-lab experimentation with sequence data analysis to investigate evolutionary relationships and genomic characteristics of plant species.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
2
Certifications
2
Languages

Work History

Plant Systems Engineering Lab, Yonsei University

Resarch Intern
01.2026 - 02.2026

Job overview

  • Conducted gene cloning of Marchantia polymorpha HY4 and PIF
  • Designed CDS/promoter-targeted primers considering Tm, GC content, and ORF integrity
  • Performed high-fidelity PCR, gel purification, ligation, and bacterial transformation
  • Validated constructs via colony PCR and Sanger sequencing
  • Optimized PCR conditions (annealing temperature, extension time) to improve amplification efficiency
  • Interpreted sequencing chromatograms to confirm insert accuracy

National Institute of Forest Science (NIFoS)

Research Assistant
03.2025 - 12.2025

Job overview

  • Managed ~3,000 fungal strains and biological samples
  • Conducted DNA extraction and PCR amplification
  • Established contamination-control and labeling system
  • Organized and standardized long-term experimental data
  • Assisted in molecular identification and data validation workflows

Kangwon National University

Forest Genomics & Bioinformatics Laboratory
03.2023 - 02.2025

Job overview

  • Conducted chloroplast genome–based phylogenetic analysis of 12 Moraceae species
  • Retrieved and curated genomic data from NCBI
  • Performed BLAST validation and sequence alignment
  • Constructed Maximum Likelihood phylogenetic trees using MEGA
  • Analyzed evolutionary divergence and genetic distance

National Institute of Biological Resources

Genetic Analysis Specialist Training (Team Leader)
06.2023 - 09.2023

Job overview

  • Performed DNA extraction and PCR amplification from insect specimens
  • Acquired and validated sequence data through Sanger sequencing
  • Constructed phylogenetic trees to analyze evolutionary relationships
  • Managed experimental workflow and coordinated team responsibilities
  • Presented integrated results with emphasis on experimental design and data interpretation

Phile Korea

NGS Library Preparation Training
06.2023 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Hands-on training in commercial NGS library construction
  • Understood workflow, quality control, and sequencing preparation steps

Education

Hanyang University High School
Seoul

Kangwon National University
Chuncheon

Associate of Science from Department of Forest Resources
04.2001

University Overview

Completed Coursework: Core Biology / Genetics

  • Genetics – 2021 (1학기)
  • Microbiology – 2021 (1학기)
  • Biochemistry – 2021 (2학기)
  • Molecular Biology – 2022 (1학기)
  • Plant Physiology – 2022 (1학기)
  • Forest Genetics & Tree Breeding – 2023 (1학기)
  • Thesis Paper: loroplast complete genome을 활용한 뽕나무과 (Moraceae) 계통분석에 관한 연구

Kangwon National University
Chuncheon, South Korea

Associate of Science from Interdisciplinary Major in Bioinformatics (Bio-Sof
04.2001

University Overview

Completed Coursework: Bioinformatics / Computational

  • Bioinformatics – 2023 (2학기)
  • Data Analysis & Programming – 2023 (2학기)
  • Programming – 2024 (1학기)
  • Artificial Intelligence – 2024 (1학기)

Quantitative / Analytical

  • Biostatistics – 2022 (2학기)
  • Experimental Design & Analysis – 2023 (1학기)

Skills

Molecular Biology:

DNA extraction, PCR optimization, primer design,

cloning, gel electrophoresis, sequencing validation

Bioinformatics:

NCBI data retrieval, BLAST, sequence alignment,

phylogenetic tree construction (MEGA)

Programming:

Python (basic sequence handling and format conversion)

Certification

ADsP

Timeline

Resarch Intern

Plant Systems Engineering Lab, Yonsei University
01.2026 - 02.2026

ADsP

12-2025

Research Assistant

National Institute of Forest Science (NIFoS)
03.2025 - 12.2025

산림기사

12-2024

Genetic Analysis Specialist Training (Team Leader)

National Institute of Biological Resources
06.2023 - 09.2023

NGS Library Preparation Training

Phile Korea
06.2023 - 06.2023

Forest Genomics & Bioinformatics Laboratory

Kangwon National University
03.2023 - 02.2025

Kangwon National University

Associate of Science from Department of Forest Resources
04.2001

Kangwon National University

Associate of Science from Interdisciplinary Major in Bioinformatics (Bio-Sof
04.2001

Hanyang University High School

Eun-Ji ParkGenomics & Bioinformatics Research Trainee