Experience

Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM DOH)

• Philippines
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Chemist III - QC Chemistry Section Head for Biologicals Manufacturing

  • Apr 2014 - Present

  - Lead the Quality Control Department, ensuring compliance with regulatory, QMS, and safety standards.- Maintain Chemistry Laboratory productivity by scheduling and assigning employees to complete operational requirements.- Engage in research activities to develop innovative biological product technologies and identify new opportunities and application methodologies.- Perform standardized tests on all biological products, including raw materials, to ensure quality products.- Analyze and evaluate test results, issuing technical reports for reference.- Conduct Stability Studies on manufactured finished products and advise on product shelf life.- Resolve routine issues and escalate non-standard or critical issues to the Department/Division Head for corrective action.- Create, modify, and adapt standard methods and procedures to solve analytical problems.- Identify and qualify equipment for laboratory routine operations.- Repair, calibrate, and safely operate laboratory equipment to minimize instrument downtime.- Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient laboratory environment to minimize accidents and prevent cross-contamination. Ensure adherence to 5S principles. Show less

• Research Officer for Biologicals Manufacturing

  • Jan 2022 - Present

  - Actively participate in research initiatives aimed at improving existing products, optimizing production processes, and developing novel biologicals/vaccines to address critical public health needs.- Ensure strict compliance with the research policies established by the institute, adhering to ethical guidelines, and safety protocols throughout the research process.- Monitor and track the progress of multiple research projects within the Biologicals Production Research Program, ensuring adherence to timelines, milestones, and deliverables.- Establish and cultivate partnerships and collaborations with academic institutions, as well as local and international stakeholders. Foster productive relationships to facilitate knowledge exchange, resource sharing, and collaborative efforts towards common research objectives. Show less

• Technical Working Group Member of the Bids and Award Committee

  • Jan 2019 - Present

  - Evaluate supplier specifications of laboratory equipment in alignment with end user's requirements.- Verify compliance of proposed equipment with technical specifications outlined by the end user.- Assess equipment adherence to relevant industry standards and regulatory guidelines.- Prepare comprehensive reports documenting evaluations and provide recommendations to the BAC.- Maintain integrity and adhere to procurement guidelines throughout the evaluation process.



BIO Ventures for Global Health, World Intellectual Property Organization

• WIPO Re:Search Fellow

  • Jul 2021 - Dec 2021



Unilever RFM Ice Cream Inc.

• Pasig City, Philippines

• Quality Assurance Laboratory Technologist 2

  • Dec 2011 - Apr 2014

  - Proficient in setting up, operating, maintaining, verifying, and calibrating laboratory equipment in strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). - Skilled in preparing and standardizing chemicals for the precise chemical analysis of raw materials. - Experienced in conducting comprehensive physico-chemical analyses on various stages of production, including raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods. Proficient in performing tests such as pH measurement, brix determination, moisture content analysis, ash content assessment, percentage fat determination, peroxide value determination, free fatty acid content measurement, titrable acidity assessment, viscosity testing, consistency evaluation, and melting point determination. - Proficient in utilizing the Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) technique to detect and quantify food allergens in finished goods. - Skilled in conducting comprehensive chemical water analyses, including pH measurement, chlorine content determination, and hardness assessment. - Diligently ensuring the maintenance of the Quality Control (QC) Chemistry Laboratory area according to the principles of 5S. - Conducting audits to uphold Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards, including thorough inspections of designated areas such as the Ammonia Plant and Wastewater Treatment Plant. - Demonstrated ability to provide comprehensive training to newly hired employees and interns, ensuring their proficiency in all laboratory procedures and processes while strictly adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines. Show less



Philip Moris Fortune Tobacco Corporation

• Tanauan Batangas, Philippines

• On the job trainee

  • Apr 2010 - May 2010

  - Operating Gas Chromatograph, density meter, refractometer, and viscometer to analyze composition, purity, density, and viscosity of raw materials and finished products. - Conducting quality inspections on packaging materials, ensuring their durability, appearance, and functionality meet required standards. - Assisting in the assessment of non-tobacco raw materials, verifying their quality, consistency, and compliance with specifications. - Participating in quality inspections of flavors, ensuring they meet desired sensory characteristics and safety standards. Show less