Mentee

• Oct 2022 - Present

Senior Laboratory Quality Management Consultant/Data Scientist I

• Apr 2022 - Aug 2023

2022 SMDP Biotech Scholar

• May 2022 - Jun 2023

QC Microbiologist II-Environmental Monitoring Specialist/Sterility Testing and Quality Control

• Aug 2015 - Aug 2017

Hired as an QC Associate II and Served as subject matter expert and in routine environmental monitoring, including air viable (SAS) particulate, viable surface sampling in ISO/5 areas specifically Biological Safety Cabinets (BSCs) while using proper aseptic technique. Performs assays for qualifying raw materials and for release or stability testing of in-process and finished products. These test methods may include endotoxin, complete blood count, viability, gram stain, growth promotion, sterility, and Bac T. Write trending reports; checking and reviewing lot folders for QA Performs routine laboratory equipment maintenance such as plate reads and enumeration of bacteria and write trending reports on Alert and Action levels. Able to gown in aseptic and clean room environments Performs aseptic gowning qualifications for manufacturing and other staff Revises and updates standard operating procedures. Adheres to good documentation practices to ensure data integrity and traceability. Works on problems of moderate scope in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Experience with LIMS and other documentation software for receiving, monitoring and tracing samples. Show less

Biological Quality Laboratory Analyst I

• Oct 2013 - Jul 2015

Collect and process samples in a timely manner, review laboratory assay documentation for accuracy and timeliness, evaluate preliminary results; aids in the development of test methods. Performed environmental monitoring of cleanrooms Ensure labs are clean and safe (in compliance with cGMP) and properly stocked. Make detailed observations in support of Alert, Action, and OOS results. Perform plate reading, gram staining, microbial identification. Perform routine Quality Control testing of in-process and final products in a cGMP lab for release. Perform other additional job related duties as required. Show less

Assistant Scientist I - Quality Control and Stewardship

• Sep 2012 - Jan 2013

Accountabilities Responsible for extracting genomic DNA from biological material using molecular biological techniques Used laboratory automation and robotics for extracting genomic material Cleaned and maintained laboratory equipment used in research efforts Worked independently as part of a global team Followed written biological protocols relative to experiments Experience with 384 well qPCR experiments and computer equipment (SDS software) Accountabilities Responsible for extracting genomic DNA from biological material using molecular biological techniques Used laboratory automation and robotics for extracting genomic material Cleaned and maintained laboratory equipment used in research efforts Worked independently as part of a global team Followed written biological protocols relative to experiments Experience with 384 well qPCR experiments and computer equipment (SDS software)

Biotech Greenhouse Specialist I

• Jul 2011 - Aug 2012

Supervised greenhouse process of the seeding, thinning, and germination of tobacco in the greenhouse. Assisted with the transplantation, transfection, and harvest of plants Fertilized and irrigated plants in greenhouses and environmental chambers Supported operations in the greenhouse, to include: production of growth substances and fertilizing solutions, cleaning work areas, and assessing plant growth Recorded data in batch records to support production of vaccines Extracted proteins from biological material for biochemical and quantitative analysis in the production of vaccines Assisted with agrobacterium-mediated transformation of biological material Supervised contract and temporary employees cGMP laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical/biotechnology field Show less

Jr. Greenhouse/Laboratory Associate (contract)

• Feb 2010 - May 2010

Conducted plant pollinations or introgressions using Brassica species aka oil seed rape/canola. Conducted plant germination studies Conducted plant pollinations or introgressions using Brassica species aka oil seed rape/canola. Conducted plant germination studies

Research Assistant (Post Baccalaurarate)

• Nov 2006 - Nov 2008

Worked under a principal investigator and post doctoral student to discover new mutants and genes based off their phenotypes associated with rice blast disease. I used molecular tools such as PCR, DNA extraction, and plant inoculation. Worked under a principal investigator and post doctoral student to discover new mutants and genes based off their phenotypes associated with rice blast disease. I used molecular tools such as PCR, DNA extraction, and plant inoculation.

Undergraduate Research Fellow

• May 2002 - Aug 2002

Student

• 1999 - 2001

Spent Freshman and 1/2 of Sophomore year majoring in Biology and minoring in Mathematics. Spent Freshman and 1/2 of Sophomore year majoring in Biology and minoring in Mathematics.