30-second bio: Jacky Takeuchi

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Jacky Takeuchi

May 13, 2024

Name:

Jacky Takeuchi

My Pronouns:

She/her

Title:

Research Technician

Faculty/Department/Unit:

Applied Science/Civil Engineering/Bioreactor Technology Group

Location:

Okanagan

Year I started working at UBC:

2022

Describe what you do at UBC in 10 words or less:

Support research done by grad students. Keep lab instruments working.

What is the best thing about your work/role at UBC?

Working with our young researchers. They are welcoming and appreciative of all the knowledge I have concerning laboratory instrumentation. It is exciting to be part of such a dynamic group of people who are from all over the world. They are open to new ideas and it is great to be able to offer a different view point since I worked in a non academic setting before.

What three words would others use to describe you?

Kind, helpful and creative.

Do you have any hidden talents?

I have a very nice Alto voice and have sung in community choirs for over 15 years. I am a good knitter and crocheter and have made some very nice amigurumi stuffies.

 

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