Experience

DiaCarta, Inc.

• United States
• Biotechnology
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Scientist / Asset Manager

  • Feb 2021 - Present

  As an R&D Scientist and Asset Manager, I diversify my time handling hands-on wet chemistry and managing all equipment and instruments at DiaCarta. R&D Scientist Responsibilities: - Synthesis of novel XNA oligomers - Purification through various chromatography methods - In-depth maintenance, customization, and troubleshooting for HPLC systems - Purchasing and inventory tracking of chemicals and supplies Asset Management Responsibilities: - Created Equipment Program which tracks all upcoming services - Negotiate and coordinate with vendors on service contracts - Establish new equipment with Installation Qualification - Ensure all necessary equipment has proper labeling



LGC Biosearch Technologies

• United Kingdom
• Biotechnology
• 300 - 400 Employee

• CPG Chemist

  • Dec 2018 - Feb 2021

  As a Controlled Pore Glass (CPG) Chemist, I have developed a wide skill set while working at the forefront of the Genomics Industry and the battle against COVID-19. Responsibilities: - Synthesize nucleotides onto a custom ceramic material for DNA/RNA synthesis - Use HPLC and Rotary Evaporator to create raw materials for nucleoside synthesis - Design and create reactors while maintaining/repairing lab equipment - Observe data trends and reagent usage to propose more effective solutions - Create product protocols which vary from client to client



QT Ultrasound LLC

• United States
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consultant - Engineer

  • Aug 2017 - May 2018

  While under the Engineering Team, I worked closely with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality. Responsibilities: - Chemically synthesized polymer models for device testing - Conducted failure analyses on synthesized materials - Worked in quality to write, process, and release Change Orders, CAPA’s, and NCMR’s - Managed all Device History Records, device parts, and receiving/inspection documents - Worked with manufacturing to check that all parts were up to standard revision on all devices Accomplishments: - Synthesized a variety of polymer matrices to highlight different features - Implemented new Change Order processes to streamline production - Renovated Device History Records to comply with FDA regulations



UC Riverside - AMPS Laboratory

• UC Riverside

• Undergraduate Researcher

  • Nov 2014 - Feb 2017

  I worked with a PhD student to create next generation ferroelectric and optic materials. Responsibilites: - Made ferroelectric and optical measurements in support of thesis work - Prepared samples and powders for centrifuge, milling, sieving according to Good Laboratory Practice - Interpreted and presented complex data using analysis tools (Image J, Office Suite, etc.) I worked with a PhD student to create next generation ferroelectric and optic materials. Responsibilites: - Made ferroelectric and optical measurements in support of thesis work - Prepared samples and powders for centrifuge, milling, sieving according to Good Laboratory Practice - Interpreted and presented complex data using analysis tools (Image J, Office Suite, etc.)



QT Ultrasound LLC

• United States
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Materials Engineer - Intern

  • Jun 2016 - Sep 2016

  I worked with R&D to take on a new project. I drafted designs and observed results to troubleshoot execution. The project involved research in chemical, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. Responsibilites: - Researched polymer process technique and all necessary components - Worked with vendors to create polymer assembly - Conducted experiments, analyzed data, and optimized polymer process - Adjusted calculations for different polymer properties Accomplishments: - Conducted experiments, analyzed data, and optimized polymer properties - Created stoichiometric and formulaic manuals - Created a full production assembly to develop new materials