Kiley Kirchner
Columbia
Summary
Skilled Research Associate with hands-on experience in GLP-compliant in vivo preclinical research using non-human primate, swine, and canine models. Expertise in animal handling, dose administration, biological sample collection, and regulatory documentation. Pursuing a Master of Public Health focused on Veterinary Public Health to advance biomedical research while upholding scientific integrity and animal welfare.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Associate
AltaSciences
Auxvasse, Missouri
10.2025 - Current
- Conducted in vivo preclinical studies in compliance with GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) standards
- Performed animal handling, dosing, and sample collection (e.g., blood, urine) across multiple study protocols
- Monitored animal health, clinical signs, and behavior; accurately recorded observations and reported abnormalities
- Executed toxicology and pharmacokinetic (PK) studies, ensuring comprehensive support for drug development projects.
- Maintained detailed and accurate study documentation, data entry, and lab records in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Collaborated with study directors, veterinarians, and cross-functional teams to ensure protocol adherence
- Prepared, calibrated, and maintained laboratory equipment and supplies
- Followed strict SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and ensured adherence to animal welfare regulations (e.g., IACUC guidelines)
- Ensured the cleanliness and organization of the lab and animal facilities to meet compliance standards
Unregistered Veterinary Assistant
Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital
Columbia, Missouri
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Cared for small animal and pocket pet patients in the clinic.
- Restraining, cleaning, walking patients, assisting doctors with exams, answering phone calls, and helping perform diagnostics like blood draws and tests, radiographs, nail trims, wound care, monitoring anesthesia, and other technical procedures.
Small Animal Critical Care Assistant
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Cared for small animal patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Veterinary Health Center
- Restraining, cleaning, walking patients, and completing hourly treatments for patients.
Pet Care Attendant
Pet Fair Grooming and Boarding
Columbia, Missouri
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Cared for all daycare, boarding, or grooming clients, which includes walks, feed, water, and playing
- Provided excellent customer service and cleaned the facility.
Guest Experience Specialist
Petco
Alton, IL
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided excellent quality in-store customer service, stocked the storefront, completed cleaning duties, and cared for small animals, reptiles, and aquatic species.
Education
Master of Public Health - Veterinary Public Health
University of Missouri
Columbia07-2026
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-2025
No Pursuit of Degree - General
Moberly Area Community College
Moberly, MO07-2024
Undecided - Business Concentration
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05-2022
Skills
- Primate handling
- Canine blood collection
- Dose administration
- Diabetic Swine maintenance
- Lab animal husbandry
- Lab safety
- Documentation skills
Honors, Activities, and Volunteer Work
- WHAM Garden Volunteering- 2021
- Non-Resident Transfer Award II- 2022-2023
- Donna Davis Endowed Scholarship- 2023-2024
- Jordan Memorial Scholarship- 2023-2024
- John D. Sikes Memorial Endowed Scholarship- 2023-2024
- Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital Shadowing (small, exotic)- 2024
- Green Hills Animal Hospital Shadowing (large animal)- 2024
- Pre-Vet Club- 2022-2025
- Shadowing Greene County Health Department (Vector Program)- 2025
Timeline
Research Associate
AltaSciences
10.2025 - Current
Unregistered Veterinary Assistant
Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital
05.2024 - 05.2025
Pet Care Attendant
Pet Fair Grooming and Boarding
02.2023 - 05.2023
Small Animal Critical Care Assistant
University of Missouri
10.2022 - 08.2023
Guest Experience Specialist
Petco
05.2022 - 07.2022
Master of Public Health - Veterinary Public Health
University of Missouri
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Missouri
No Pursuit of Degree - General
Moberly Area Community College
Undecided - Business Concentration
Missouri State University