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Alere Inc.Alternate Responsible Person (Alt-RP)
Aug. 2020
Alere Inc.Regulated Certifying Scientist
Sep. 2019
Alere Inc.Non-regulated Certifying Scientist
Sep. 2017
Alere Inc.Transcriptionist
Feb. 2017 - Sep. 2017
Alere Inc.Laboratory Technician - Extractionist
Oct. 2016 - Feb. 2017Greater New Orleans Area
Qrono Inc.Research Specialist
Mar. 2015 - Jun. 2016Greater Pittsburgh AreaDeveloped processes for new startup company, including appropriate HPLC methods for sample analysis, and worked collaboratively to develop best practices and timelines to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Maintained laboratory notebooks and prepared all analytical reports and documentation.• Executed and maintained dissolution assays for various development projects: collected samples for storage at -20ºC and replenish supernatant 3-4 times a week• Processed mice tissue from clinical trials for HPLC analysis of drugs of interest• Prepared samples for HPLC analysis and maintained, calibrated, and preformed troubleshooting on HPLC as necessary• Identified laboratory issues and needs within the organization. Escalated critical, high impact issues
Kop CoatAnalytical Chemist
Dec. 2012 - Jun. 2016Greater Pittsburgh AreaDelivered company-wide analytical analysis for routine internal R&D and external samples. Performed extensive method development and validation on new and existing methods for all portions of the analytical lab. Maintained, calibrated, and performed troubleshooting on all instrumentation with proper documentation as required. Maintained laboratory notebooks compliant with GLP guidelines. Prepared all analytical reports and documentation and distributed appropriate reports to formulation chemists and field & service representatives to support customers.• Processed on average 300 liquid and wood samples per month for pesticides, metals, and other compounds and elements of interest.• Utilized appropriate analytical techniques such as: general wet chemistry titrations, pH analysis, hot block digestion, solvent extraction, HPLC-UV/Vis analysis, GC-MS/MS analysis, and ICP-OES analysis• Created innovative methods and solutions for emerging testing needs for both in house analysis and for field analysis; investigated new and appropriate tests and instrumentation to fit all customer needs• Performed method validations and applicable stability studies of products as needed for submission to the EPA• Trained temporary employees on various techniques in the analytical lab• Participated in a communication loop with formulation chemists and field representatives to proactively identify, assess, and provide solutions for any issues, problems or trends with customers and products• Revamped the organizational and tracking system for all samples submitted to the analytical lab for testing• Assisted in the smooth operation of the laboratory by carrying out other tasks and functions as requested, including: in-house analysis of competitive samples, suppling chemicals and testing supplies to field representatives and customers, providing information and reports for regulatory and EH&S purposes, and assisting in treatment projects for in-house experiments
Del Monte FoodsFood Technologist
Oct. 2012 - Dec. 2012Greater Pittsburgh AreaDeveloped and designed organizational system for all regulatory and quality assurance documents using Sharepoint. Implemented transfer of all documents to new system and set protocol in place for all future documentation procedures.
Precision TherapeuticsClinical Laboratory Technician
Nov. 2009 - Jun. 2012Executed all aspects of the ChemoFx™ chemoresponse and sensitivity assay. Initiated and maintained monolayer cell cultures derived from solid tumor tissue and fluid samples. Created and validated quality control cell banks. Maintained quality control cell lines used as controls for the company. Prepared and treated anticancer agents on QC and patient cells. Wrote, reviewed, and implemented Standard Operating Procedures. Performed and interpreted immunocytochemical staining on QC and patient cells.• Investigated the effects of vendor-to-vendor and lot-to-lot reagent changes.• Validated new vendors and lots of anticancer agents, antibodies, and critical lab reagents.• Validated new releases of essential software programs.• Served on the 2nd Shift leadership team that promoted communication and increased performance in the lab• Interviewed and trained new employees.• Complied with OSHA, HIPPA, CLIA, and other laboratory regulations.• Participated in voluntary 24/7 REES on-call laboratory monitoring system and resolved any issues with laboratory equipment.
MarketSource Inc.Associate Sales Representative
Jul. 2008 - Jan. 2010Promoted and spearheaded the sales of HP products at various retail venues. Trained retail sales representatives on the latest HP products and technologies to increase sales. Maintained and promoted a positive working relationship and communication between HP and all retail sales venues.
Naval Criminal Investigative ServiceForensic and Biometrics Intern
May. 2007 - Aug. 2007Facilitated the overall operation of the department and other departments within NCIS headquarters. Processed all Department of the Navy (DON) Criminal Fingerprint cards and submitted the cards to the FBI’s IAFIS system.• Worked on the development of the DON’s Biometric Program.• Provided support for the Expeditionary Forensics Laboratory.• Reviewed and prepared case files for Death Review Boards.
West Virginia UniversityTutor
Aug. 2006 - May. 2009Provided academic advice and tutoring in Biology, Chemistry, and Math to WVU students.
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