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Robin Smith

Robin Smith

Research Associate/ Lab Manager

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Research Scientist 2 at Charles River Labs

  • Education

    • Worcester State University

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      MS Biology

    • Quinsigamond Community College

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    • Stockbridge School of Agriculture at the University of Massachusetts

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      Animal Science

    • University of Massachusetts, Amherst

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      BS Animal Science

  • Experience

    • University of Massachusetts Medical School

      Nov 2001 - Apr 2005
      Research Associate/ Lab Manager

      Engineered novel zinc finger transcription factor proteins to target specific DNA sequences for gene regulation and therapy, using the bacterial two-hybrid and one-hybrid selection systems and phage display.Facilitated the complete set up of a new, open concept laboratory space including purchasing instrumentation, glassware, disposables, reagents, chemicals. Organized bench space and work stations. Implemented institutional procedures for ordering supplies, as well as compliance to chemical, radioactive and hazardous material usage, storage and disposal. Show less

    • Charles River Labs

      Nov 2007 - Jun 2010
      Research Specialist

      GLP Pre-clinical sample analysis for TK, PK, and immunogenicity by ELISA with SoftMax data capture. Tabulate and QC data. ELISA method development and validation.

    • Abbott Laboratories

      Sept 2010 - Dec 2010
      Biologist II

      Antibody Generation group

    • Acceleron Pharma

      Mar 2011 - Jun 2011
      Research Associate in Bioanalytical Development

      GLP Pre-clinical sample analysis for TK, PK, and immunogenicity by ELISA with SoftMax data capture. Tabulate and QC data.Contract through StratAcuity.

    • AbbVie

      Aug 2011 - May 2013
      Biologist II

      Engineering of bispecific antibodies.Work on a collaboration to clone, sequence, express, and purify novel antibody domains from hybridomas Contract position through Manpower Professional, Inc.

    • Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories/Professional Scientific Services

      Dec 2014 - Apr 2018
      Senior Scientist

      - Provide scientific expertise to global pharmaceutical client in Lexington, MA, focused on rare lysosomal storage diseases in the Non Clinical Bioanalytics and Biomarker group.- High quality GLP regulated sample analysis by ELISA, data and assay QC, prepare data tables, assemble study binder, write interim report.-Method development and transfer of enzymatic and ligand binding assays for detection of anti-drug antibodies and drug substance in various matrices.-Critical reagent preparation, qualification, and documentation.-Provide support to CRO for method transfer via teleconference and site visit.-Participate in department and group meetings via PowerPoint and poster presentations of laboratory accomplishments.- Recognized as the "go to"person for data and document review for SOP/ GLP compliance. Show less

    • Charles River Labs

      Apr 2018 - May 2022

      • Research Scientist 1

        Nov 2020 - May 2022

      • Associate Research Scientist-Immunoanalysis

        Apr 2018 - Nov 2020

    • Charles River Labs

      May 2022 - Sept 2024
      Research Scientist 2

  • Licenses & Certifications