Ini A.
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HarvardX - An Online Learning Initiative by Harvard University through edXAug, 2020- Sep, 2024
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Cannsultation
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United States
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Biotechnology Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Owner
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Aug 2020 - Present
Owner - Boutique cannabis laboratory consulting firm. We help you from planning to testing. Owner - Boutique cannabis laboratory consulting firm. We help you from planning to testing.
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Design Thinking at UC Riverside Extension Professional Studies
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Advisory Board Member
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Oct 2021 - Present
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Analytical Cannabis
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United Kingdom
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Scientific Advisory Board Member
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Jun 2021 - Present
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CannMed Events
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United States
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Biotechnology Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Advisory Board Member
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Mar 2021 - Present
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Emerald Scientific
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United States
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Biotechnology Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Scientific Committee Member
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Jul 2019 - Present
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CannaSafe
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United States
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Consumer Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chief Science Officer
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Mar 2021 - Jul 2022
Managed California’s premier cannabis testing lab. Managed California’s premier cannabis testing lab.
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Scientific & Technical Director
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Jul 2019 - Jul 2020
Responsible for high-level technical applications, including but not limited to new method development; laboratory equipment ordering, installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance oversight; assay development; assay improvements; direction of scientific personnel; oversight of R&D; and drafting of technical publications• In-depth knowledge of all mass spectrometry instrumentation, chromatography data systems, microbiology, and cannabis applications.• Knowledge of and operating in accordance with BCC regulations, ISO-17025 accreditation, FDA, EPA, USP, and ICH guidelines.• Proficiency in Laboratory Information Management Systems. Show less
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Executive Lab Director
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Dec 2017 - Jul 2019
• Developed methods for all assays in new 12000 sq. ft. cannabis lab; wrote respective SOPs and maintained methods up to date.• Procured appropriate instruments for all assays and supervised installation and IQ/OQ/PQ.• Validated methods in accordance with BCC and/or ISO-17025 requirements.• Trained & directed all technical staff in respective assays and operation of instruments (>50 staff).• Assisted staff with maintenance of lab proficiency in all assays.• Trained & assisted staff with maintenance of all equipment.• Performed method transfer to new sites and development of new methodology in accordance with new regulations.• Aid other lab management in daily lab operations as appropriate.• Provided technical presentations for seminars and conferences. Show less
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Digipath Labs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Laboratory Director
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Oct 2017 - Dec 2017
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Analytical Laboratory Manager
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Jan 2015 - Dec 2017
My responsibilities included setup, oversight and maintenance of the analytical lab, LIMS systems, purchasing materials and supplies, management of laboratory staff, and general lab maintenance. I manage the lab safety and compliance programs including mandatory training of all lab members.I oversee management of the laboratory collections of protocols & procedures, train new laboratory staff in a variety of laboratory procedures, supervise the staff to maintain the organization and smooth running of the lab.I also implement and manage cGMP and GLP requirements, as well as FDA guidance.Instrumentation include LC-MS, UHPLC, GC, GC-MS, ICP-MS, qPCR, ELISA-based immunoassays, and other protein assays. Show less
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TAF & ASSOCIATES LTD.
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1 - 100 Employee
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Member Board Of Directors
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Sep 1999 - Aug 2017
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WebsbyIni
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Uruguay
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Internet Publishing
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Owner
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2005 - 2017
Website creation & Maintenance , SEO, general IT, Networking, Corporate email, etc. Website creation & Maintenance , SEO, general IT, Networking, Corporate email, etc.
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ProCaps Laboratories
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Analytical Chemist/Microbiologist
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Apr 2011 - Dec 2014
Develop new analytical methods, and write Standard Operating Procedures. Perform analytical tests on all raw materials and finished products following cGMP regulations. Review analytical testing results and documentation of lab personnel. Train and support other lab scientists and technicians in operation and maintenance of analytical equipment. Supervise the microbiology lab. Initiate Non-Conformance Reports and confirm Out of Specification results. Collaborate with Product Development team to ensure high standard of compliance. Show less
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Invitrogen
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Biotechnology Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Associate Scientist III
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Jul 2007 - Aug 2008
Established and led group on viral plaque assays of MMRV vaccine in a year-long project using human lung epithelial cells. Manufactured, QC, and performed biochemical assays for different mammalian cell lines for various customers. Maintained up to 5 different cell lines concurrently for a variety of projects (Cell Provisioning). Record data, report results to management as necessary, and present research at group scientific meetings. Worked effectively in the Cell Biology Service team to complete specialized projects in a timely manner while striving for an ISO 9000 lab certification. Wrote Standard Operating Procedures, Manufacturing Protocols, and methods for ISO compliance. Show less
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EMD Serono, Inc.
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate Scientist (Contract)
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2008 - 2008
Performed cell culture scale-up in 250L bioreactor for Phase I/II clinical studies of a cancer drug on a contract basis. CIP/SIP of bioreactors and other cell culture equipment. Utilized BGA and automated cell counter on daily cell measurements. Trained on unit and process equipment operations to maintain cGMP compliance. Qualified on general maintenance of all equipment and on necessary SOPs. Performed cell culture scale-up in 250L bioreactor for Phase I/II clinical studies of a cancer drug on a contract basis. CIP/SIP of bioreactors and other cell culture equipment. Utilized BGA and automated cell counter on daily cell measurements. Trained on unit and process equipment operations to maintain cGMP compliance. Qualified on general maintenance of all equipment and on necessary SOPs.
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Abbott
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Prep Tech
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Aug 2003 - Aug 2005
Manufactured & purified rare reagents, virus, and antigen preps in BSL-3 labs using cGMPs. Utilized liquid chromatography and Ab-Ag binding preps for protein purification Documented in Manufacturing Formula and became certified in Operating Procedures in a highly-regulated environment Worked with a diverse team to troubleshoot and maintain equipment Manufactured & purified rare reagents, virus, and antigen preps in BSL-3 labs using cGMPs. Utilized liquid chromatography and Ab-Ag binding preps for protein purification Documented in Manufacturing Formula and became certified in Operating Procedures in a highly-regulated environment Worked with a diverse team to troubleshoot and maintain equipment
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Education
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2005 - 2007
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Master's Degree, Bacteriology -
1999 - 2003
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor's Degree, Bacteriology
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