Imani Mc Lean
About Imani Mc Lean
Imani McLean is a Clinical Laboratory Scientist at The National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from La Salle University and has a strong interest in cellular mechanisms and their applications in medical research.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Imani Mc Lean has been employed as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist at the National Institutes of Health since 2022. In this role, she contributes to medical research through her expertise in laboratory techniques and cellular mechanisms. Her work supports various research initiatives aimed at advancing scientific understanding and developing medical treatments.
Education and Expertise
Imani Mc Lean completed her high school education at School Without Walls High School, earning a High School Diploma from 2010 to 2014. She then pursued a Bachelor of Science in Biology/Biological Sciences at La Salle University from 2014 to 2018. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in biological sciences, which she applies in her current and previous roles.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current position, Imani Mc Lean worked as a Medical Technologist at Medical Science & Computing from 2020 to 2022. She also served as a Contractor-Lab Technician at Fisher BioServices from 2018 to 2019 and held the position of Lab Technician I at the same organization from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she gained research experience as an Undergraduate Student Researcher at La Salle University in 2018.
Research Interests and Skills
Imani Mc Lean has a strong interest in cellular mechanisms and their applications in medical research. She has hands-on experience in growing and maintaining 3T3-L1 cell cultures and performing DNA plasmid insertion experiments. Her aspiration is to conduct research in cell and molecular biology or virology, focusing on developing treatments or cures for viruses.
Internships and Volunteer Work
Imani Mc Lean has participated in various internships and volunteer opportunities. She was a Student Volunteer at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in 2016 and completed a summer internship at The National Center for Children and Families in 2012. These experiences have contributed to her understanding of the healthcare field and her commitment to medical research.