Experience

SigOpt

• United States
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Machine Learning Specialist

  • Oct 2018 - Present



Metis

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Data Scientist

  • Apr 2018 - Jul 2018

  Designed and completed self-guided data science projects exploring supervised and unsupervised learning, and deep learning algorithms



Pfizer

• United States
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Associate Scientist

  • Nov 2015 - Mar 2018

  •Performed small and large-scale protein expression, purification, and characterization including but not limited to antibody, antigen, fusion, and bispecific molecules•Designed experimental pipelines to optimize expression and purification processes based on current and legacy data•Owned site-wide processes and analytical platforms for protein quality control and screening purposes•Collaborated and presented reports for fellow researchers and upper management which detailed protein characteristics that were crucial to selecting potential drug candidates for clinical studies•Trained new users of site-wide Open Access AKTA HPLCs that allowed automated antibody purification•Maintained production-quality cell cultures and WAVE bioreactors; experience with growing and expressing HEK, CHO cell lines (stable and transient)



Life Technologies

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 700 & Above Employee

• Associate Scientist II, R&D

  • 2014 - 2015

  •Conducted oligonucleotide synthesis, purification, analysis, QC, and formulation for various applications. Experience with multiple DNA/RNA synthesizers, reverse-phase HPLC purification, ion exchange, solid phase extraction, and mass spectroscopy •Maintained accurate data log for future analysis and experimentation. Able to effectively multitask with time-sensitive procedures and troubleshoot experimental errors or equipment malfunctions•Collaborated with supervisors to improve existing protocols, develop new methods, and reduce production costs



Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute

• Lab Assistant

  • Jan 2012 - Sep 2012

  • Experience with mammalian cell cultures, transformation, PCR, RT-qPCR, nucleic acid isolation, gel electrophoresis, and UV/Vis Spectroscopy.• Utilized proper sterile techniques while handling various cell cultures, bacteria, proteins, and DNA samples. • Ensured daily smooth operation of laboratory through general lab tasks including glassware maintenance, buffer and antibiotic preparation, and purchasing additional supplies as necessary.• Efficiently completed numerous time-sensitive tasks with detailed protocol under minimal supervision.