Cassie Ung

Experience

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  Antech Diagnostics

  Nov 2007 - Feb 2010

  Endocrinology, Serology, and PCR Lab Technician

  • Performed ELISA immunoassays and real-time PCR for infectious diseases and parasites• Performed RIA testing for quantitation of canine and feline hormones• Daily handling and discarding of radioactive materials• Recorded inventory of reagents and maintained logs for temperatures/radioactivity• Direct communication with staff pathologists to maintain quality assurance• Accountable for analysis of results and direct reporting to clients via online system

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  US LABS

  Jun 2008 - Aug 2011

  Molecular Lab Technician

  • Setup and loading of 96-well qPCR plates• Used Excel to input QC data from each assay batch for monthly statistical analysis• Collaborated with other departments to resolve problem cases and test add-on requests• Performed DNA and RNA blood/bone marrow extractions and FFPE DNA extractions• Quantification of DNA and RNA using a Nanodrop spectrophotometer• Ordering of supplies and reagents via PeopleSoft system

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  NeoGenomics Laboratories

  Aug 2011 - Jul 2016

  Clinical Lab Scientist II - Molecular PCR

  CLS IISeptember 2012 - July 2016• Next-Generation Sequencing using RainDrop, Agilent Bioanalyzer and Illumina MiSeq platforms• Sanger sequencing via ethanol precipitation and bead-based cleanup methods• B-Cell/T-Cell Clonality and MSI fragment setup and analysis via capillary electrophoresis• Setup and analysis of 96 and 384-well qPCR and RT-PCR plates using the ABI 7900• Performs FDA testing on Qiagen Rotorgene, Roche Cobas, and ABI 7500 platforms• Responsible for reviewing and reporting of results in internal LIS system• Proficient in preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of ABI 3130xL, 3730xL, and 3500xL• Executed validation testing for upcoming tests, instruments, and streamlining processes• Assists in BioPharmaceutical department with clinical trial testing, paperwork, and reagent phase-in• Authored and edited SOPs for revisions and new procedures• Training new and current employees on existing and newly approved assays• Maintained the lab and documentation for CAP and New York State proficiency and inspections• Implemented routine internal proficiency testing for all assays Lab Associate IAugust 2011 - September 2012• Proficient in DNA and RNA extractions of fresh specimen and paraffin embedded tissues• Utilized automated and manual column-based and bead-based purification systems• Ability to troubleshoot poor sample results by adjusting input or method upon re-extraction• Performed microdissection procedures for DNA and RNA extraction of paraffin embedded tissues• Accountable for ordering of reagents and supplies, recording lot numbers, and QC phase-in Show less

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  Ambry Genetics

  Jul 2016 - Aug 2022

  Clinical Lab Scientist III - MLPA
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  Ambry Genetics

  Jan 2024 - now

  Reporting Clinical Lab Scientist II