Experience

Johnston Community College

• Higher Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Biotechnology Department Chair

  • Oct 2021 - Present

• Biotechnology Instructor

  • Jun 2019 - Oct 2021



CSL

• Australia
• Biotechnology Research
• 700 & Above Employee

• Environmental Monitoring Associate

  • May 2017 - Jun 2019



Argos Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARGS)

• Bio Process Technician III (Manufacturing Associate III)

  • Jul 2015 - Mar 2017

  • Responsible for production of sterile, clinical and commercial products using aseptic techniques• Performs RNA extractions and cDNA amplification using column chromatography purification and PCR methods • Executes approved procedures to manufacture product for cell-based immunotherapy in clinical trial• Assists Supervisor with technical review and implementation of new manufacturing activities• Perform daily clean room activities that adhere to governmental GMP regulation• Executes and documents environmental monitoring of air, surfaces and personnel in classified areas using the MODA system • As qualified trainer, developed the training protocol in order to on-board new employees • Writes and reviews standard operating procedures, bath records and technical documents• Served on projects teams alongside the product development and validation teams Show less

• Bio Process Technician II (Manufacturing Associate II)

  • Oct 2012 - Jul 2015



Grifols

• Spain
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• NAT Lab Technician II

  • Sep 2008 - Sep 2012

  • De-capped samples manually and using an automated decapping machine • Performed processing of plasma samples by using sophisticated, computerized pipettors that can aspirate, dispense, and pool samples in various algorithms • Performed DNA and RNA extractions using real-time PCR in accordance with SOP guidelines • Troubleshoot errors that can impact instrument performance or delay reporting results • Served on an audit-prep team to maintain the laboratory in a compliant state • Served on several project teams to improve the laboratory and work environments • Maintained an exceptionally low error rate and quick turnaround time Show less



KNOX Clinic Pediatrics

• United States
• Medical Practices

• Medical Office Assistant

  • Feb 2008 - Jun 2008