Automation Technologist

• Feb 2021 - Present

Bio-Analytical Instrumentation Technician

• Apr 2019 - Present

• Performs high complexity preventive maintenance on various instrumentation in the laboratory• Perform experiments and suitability tests to evaluate new laboratory instruments• Assist in installation of new instruments• Ensure appropriate documentation is in place and maintain documentation to comply with guidelines of inspection agencies, manufacturers and department recommendations• Maintain a high level of competency and expertise in the area of instrumentation (i.e. reading related articles, attending workshops, in-house lectures, off-site trainings and seminars)• Assist in special projects from the supervisor or other department managers and/or directors as needed• Maintain compliance with all regulatory agency requirements through documentation, audits, and corrective action

Validation Specialist

• Nov 2018 - Apr 2019

Assists in the design and testing/implementation of new equipment validations/verifications in the laboratory; Create, consult, and contribute to the criteria and selection of equipment and processes to facilitate the automation of all laboratory testing; Facilitate the transfer of projects from Research and Development to the routine testing; Contributes to review and/or author SOP's in support of the testing processes; Assist the Training Specialist with training new employees according to a developed training program; Draft/author validation protocols and reports consistent with company and regulatory validation standards; Assist in process improvement projects; Assist the manufacturing department in the validation of new product; Assists in Research and Development projects as necessary; Participates in the investigation of non-conformances and CAPA planning

Validation Specialist

• Apr 2016 - Nov 2018

Assists in the design and testing/implementation of new equipment validations/verifications in the laboratory; Create, consult, and contribute to the criteria and selection of equipment and processes to facilitate the automation of all laboratory testing; Facilitate the transfer of projects from Research and Development to the routine testing; Contributes to review and/or author SOP's in support of the testing processes; Assist the Training Specialist with training new employees according to a developed training program; Draft/author validation protocols and reports consistent with company and regulatory validation standards; Assist in process improvement projects; Assist the manufacturing department in the validation of new product; Assists in Research and Development projects as necessary; Participates in the investigation of non-conformances and CAPA planning

Analytical Technologist

• May 2014 - Apr 2016

Laboratory Assistant

• Nov 2013 - May 2014

Receive specimens; enter sample collection information and patient demographic information into Orchard Harvest LIS; keep work area neat and orderly; prepare racks with conical, centrifuge, and Leucosep tubes for use by technologist and technicians; perform inventory and restock laboratory supplies; prepare and label reagents; perform pre-analytical tasks associated with the T-SPOT.TB test under direct supervision of Laboratory Manager; participate in laboratory staff meetings; participate in department continuing education; scan laboratory requisitions into the Orchard Harvest LIS; perform weekly maintenance of centrifuges; assist in training of new employees; follow all established laboratory procedures

Resident Advisor

• Jul 2008 - May 2009

Worked 72 hour on-call weekend duty shifts once per month; 24 hour on-call Monday shifts weekly; managed front desk 6 hours per week; advised and aided 52 student residents on my floor; supervised Residence Hall Council meetings as Hall Council Liaison; managed residence hall annual programming budget of up to $4000; implemented monthly programs for residents; collaborated with United Blood Services to host campus blood drive; communicated extensively with residents, parents, and housing employees