Dallas Mullins, Ms, Ma
About Dallas Mullins, Ms, Ma
Dallas Mullins is a Finished Product Chemist with extensive experience in academia and laboratory management. Currently serving as the Biology Instructional Coordinator at Northeast State Community College, he has held various teaching and curriculum development roles across multiple institutions.
Current Role at Kforce
Dallas Mullins serves as a Finished Product Chemist at Kforce Inc, where he has been employed since 2004. In this role, he conducts various laboratory procedures, including media preparation, cell culture, bacterial transformations, DNA gel electrophoresis, dissection preparations, and solution preparations. He utilizes learning management systems such as D2L/Brightspace, Canvas, and Blackboard to enhance educational outcomes.
Professional Experience in Education
Dallas Mullins has extensive experience in academia, having worked as an Adjunct Science Professor at multiple institutions. He taught at National College from 2018 to 2021 and at Virginia Highlands Community College from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he served as an Adjunct Science Professor at Northeast State Community College from 2018 to 2022. His roles involved developing and delivering science curriculum to students.
Educational Background
Dallas Mullins holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biology and Chemistry from King University. He furthered his education at the University of Virginia, where he earned a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Biological & Physical Sciences. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree in Secondary School Science Education from East Tennessee State University.
Laboratory Management and Safety Oversight
In his current role at Northeast State Community College, Dallas Mullins oversees lab safety concerning hazardous materials, potentially pathogenic bacteria, and heat sources such as Bunsen burners and hot plates. He maintains meticulous records, including lab inventories and supply orders, and develops laboratory policies, procedures, and schedules to ensure a safe and efficient learning environment.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Dallas Mullins has held various positions in the scientific community. He worked at Eastman Chemical Company from 2013 to 2016, focusing on atomic spectroscopy and hazardous materials. His experience also includes roles as a Life Sciences Writer at SelfHacked.com and as a Microbiology & Cell Biology Subject Matter Expert at Course Hero. Additionally, he worked as a Research Admin Assistant at the University of Virginia from 2008 to 2011.