
Opal Bechar
About
M.Sc. Biotechnologist
As a research-oriented Biotechnologist (M.Sc.), I combine an advanced background in plant sciences and biophysics with solid, hands-on laboratory experience. My technical expertise spans precise molecular biology techniques, sterile tissue culture, and instrumental analytics (specifically GC-MS data evaluation). Beyond the bench, my background in higher education and alpine tourism has equipped me with strong skills in team leadership, client communication, and safety management (biosafety and accident prevention protocols). I am highly structured, an effective communicator in English and German (B2), and I am seeking a new challenge in laboratory research, quality control, scientific support, or project management.
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Skills
Biotechnology
Cell Culture
Data Analysis
GC-MS
Image Analysis
ImageJ
Matlab
Microsoft Excel
Molecular Biology
Plant Biology
Plant Tissue Culture
RStudio
Teamwork
Open for
cofounder
fulltime
parttime
Work Experience
Weisse Arena Gruppe
2023-12 - 2026-04
Seasonal Employments in Tourism
Graubünden
fulltime
Responsible for supervising children’s groups at „Schneewunderland“, team coordination, and direct communication with parents. Managed leisure facility operations (Tree Top Walk) while strictly enforcing safety and accident prevention regulations.
MIGAL
2020-10 - 2023-09
Researcher
Israel
thesis
Conducted independent research in plant biotechnology focusing on the ultrastructure of the plant cuticle, resulting in a peer-reviewed publication in MDPI. Managed Arabidopsis and BY-2 cell cultures, performed Agrobacterium-mediated transformations, and executed GC-MS analytics.
Tel-Hai
2022-02 - 2022-07
Laboratory Instructor in Botany
Israel
parttime
Provided methodological training and supervised groups of undergraduate students in practical laboratory techniques. Monitored and ensured compliance with safety and laboratory hygiene regulations (biosafety).
Bar-Ilan
2016-02 - 2017-07
Research Assistant
Israel
parttime
Contributed to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of nanotechnology and biophysics. Fabricated nanostructures on silicon substrates utilizing cleanroom techniques and electron beam (E-beam) lithography.
Academic Experience
Tel-Hai -
2020.09 - 2023.09
Master of Science, MSc in Biotechnology
Bar-Ilan -
2014.10 - 2017.09
Bachelor of Science, BSc in Biophysics