Experience

NightHawk Biosciences, Inc

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vivarium Manager

  • Jan 2020 - Present



Integrated Laboratory Systems, LLC (ILS)

• Research Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research Assistant

  • Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

  •​ Assisted with the validation of RFID scanners for animal identification. •​ Compiled electronic and hand-recorded data in study notebooks for presentation to quality assurance and sponsors. •​ Formulated test article at multiple concentrations using a variety of vehicle substances including corn oil, DMSO, deionized water, and powdered feed. •​ Created excel spreadsheets to track study activities based on post-natal day to increase scheduling efficiency. •​ Programmed simple… Show more •​ Assisted with the validation of RFID scanners for animal identification. •​ Compiled electronic and hand-recorded data in study notebooks for presentation to quality assurance and sponsors. •​ Formulated test article at multiple concentrations using a variety of vehicle substances including corn oil, DMSO, deionized water, and powdered feed. •​ Created excel spreadsheets to track study activities based on post-natal day to increase scheduling efficiency. •​ Programmed simple excel macros to decrease the time it took to print study forms. •​ Proficient in full screen necropsies and whole body perfusions. •​ Ran Functional Observational Battery testing, looking for signs of neurotoxicity. •​ Lead on an Extended One Generation study; developed and refined study processes to increase efficiency of technical work. Show less •​ Assisted with the validation of RFID scanners for animal identification. •​ Compiled electronic and hand-recorded data in study notebooks for presentation to quality assurance and sponsors. •​ Formulated test article at multiple concentrations using a variety of vehicle substances including corn oil, DMSO, deionized water, and powdered feed. •​ Created excel spreadsheets to track study activities based on post-natal day to increase scheduling efficiency. •​ Programmed simple… Show more •​ Assisted with the validation of RFID scanners for animal identification. •​ Compiled electronic and hand-recorded data in study notebooks for presentation to quality assurance and sponsors. •​ Formulated test article at multiple concentrations using a variety of vehicle substances including corn oil, DMSO, deionized water, and powdered feed. •​ Created excel spreadsheets to track study activities based on post-natal day to increase scheduling efficiency. •​ Programmed simple excel macros to decrease the time it took to print study forms. •​ Proficient in full screen necropsies and whole body perfusions. •​ Ran Functional Observational Battery testing, looking for signs of neurotoxicity. •​ Lead on an Extended One Generation study; developed and refined study processes to increase efficiency of technical work. Show less



Burleson Research Technologies

• United States
• Research Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Laboratory Technician

  • Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

  •​ Created efficient workflow for four study directors by planning, scheduling, and delegating study activities. •​ Supervised and collaborated in data collection, entry, and verification. •​ Established and executed procedures for the manipulation of immunocompromised mice in a newly constructed clean room. •​ Coordinated and ran multi-person assays, including antibody cell forming assays and plaque assays. •​ Maintained archived study and ancillary records for hazard prevention… Show more •​ Created efficient workflow for four study directors by planning, scheduling, and delegating study activities. •​ Supervised and collaborated in data collection, entry, and verification. •​ Established and executed procedures for the manipulation of immunocompromised mice in a newly constructed clean room. •​ Coordinated and ran multi-person assays, including antibody cell forming assays and plaque assays. •​ Maintained archived study and ancillary records for hazard prevention and timely retrieval during audits. • Formulated study paperwork in MS Excel and MS Word for recording data. •​ Proposed the purchase of new tools for terminal sample collection, eliminating time spent on necropsies and tool maintenance.

• Vivarium Technician

  • Jun 2017 - Dec 2017

  •​ Trained new employees on technical skills and maintenance of study data to maintain GLP compliance. • Responsible for scheduling and completing cage changes. • Maintained cleanliness and plate testing of the facility per SOP specification. • Collected in-life and terminal samples per protocol.

• Laboratory Assistant

  • Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

  •​ Oversaw validation and maintenance of freezers, centrifuges, and incubators to ensure equipment reliability. • Maintained lab cleanliness. • Assisted with in-life and terminal sample collection.



Pet Supplies Plus

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Shift Supervisor

  • Feb 2015 - Jan 2017

  •​ Provided excellent customer service through customer interaction. •​ Managed inventory of 10,830 square foot store. •​ Interpreted sale trends for effective inventory management. •​ Trained employees on animal care and unit maintenance. • Managed up to 4 employees per shift, delegating tasks and following up on project completion. • ​Financially responsbile for tills and bank drops.

• Sales Associate

  • Aug 2014 - Feb 2015

  •​ Responsible for product knowledge •​ Maintained cleanliness of the store and animal habitats



Orient Garden

• Co Manager

  • Mar 2014 - Jul 2014

  •​ Scheduled up to 5 employees •​ Assisted with inventory management •​ Managed and trained up to 2 other employees per shift •​ Responsible for accurate communication of customer orders on a multi-line phone system and in person

• Server Hostess

  • Dec 2013 - Jul 2014

  •​ Provided excellent customer service through customer interaction. •​ Responsible for answering a multi-line phone system. •​ Maintained cleanliness of the restaurant