Experience

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  Borders books

  Dec 2007 - Aug 2011

  Barista

  • Sustained a fast-pace and friendly customer service in terms of coffee, food, and gifts.• Ensured all café and seating areas were clean and adequately stocked throughout shift.• Developed new employee training materials and trained new baristas.• An introduction to basic inventory and sales from Café Manager.

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  Angelo state university

  Apr 2010 - May 2011

  • Obtained Institutional Review Board approval for studying <20 human subjects. • Designed a metabolic study which tried to quantify a relationship between psychological stress and glucose metabolism in first year college students. • Obtained funding from 2 different sources for materials needed. • Personally worked with 13 subjects taking fasting blood glucose, blood pressure, and stress levels. • Presented results at the Tri-Beta Biological Honors Society regional meeting in March 2011. Show less

  • Undergraduate Student Researcher

    May 2010 - May 2011

  • Teaching Assistant

    Aug 2009 - May 2011

  • Student Tutor

    Aug 2009 - May 2011

  • Book Seller

    Apr 2010 - Dec 2010
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  Sanguine biosciences, inc.

  Oct 2011 - Dec 2011

  Graduate student consultant

  • A 3-month project involving new avenues in the genetic sequencing market.• Drafted interview questions focused on genetic sequencing availability, database creation, and HIPAA regulations.• An introduction to database construction and security/privacy requirements.

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  Western university

  Jan 2012 - Mar 2013

  Graduate student research assistant

  • An independent research project under Dr. Bradley Andresen regarding the helical domain (HD) on heterotrimeric G-protein coupled receptors. • Introduction to adherent cell culture utilizing HEK 293-T mammalian cell culture.• Performed transfection and PCR methods to over-express and confirm HDs on a purified plasmid.• Assisted KGI Center for Biomarker Research staff with protein co-immunoprecipitation and identification. • • Learned about experimental design, basic biochemical research techniques, time management, and scientific writing. Show less

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  Keck graduate institute

  Feb 2012 - May 2012

  Graduate student assistant

  • Assisted Business professor with the "Science and Business of Medicinal Chemistry" undergraduate class at Claremont McKenna College.• Created medicinal chemistry commercialization projects for 21 undergraduate students by reviewing primary literature regarding medicinal compounds.• Assisted student with understanding organic chemistry mechanisms and beginner pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles.

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  University of nebraska medical center

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

  Business development specialist

  • Assessed the commercialization of a new nanoparticle drug delivery system for neurodegenerative diseases (mainly Parkinson's) designed by Elena Batrakova and her lab.• Designed PowerPoint presentations which explained scientific proof of principle, market analysis, and initial drug valuation.• Interviewed key researchers and laboratory technicians regarding experimental design and delivery mechanism.• Assembled a start-up business plan for laboratory and UNME Technology Transfer department. • Conducted a market analysis regarding the neurodegenerative disease and nanomedicine markets, including challenges in strategy and regulatory affairs. Show less

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  Terumo bct

  Aug 2012 - May 2013

  Graduate student researcher

  • Masters thesis capstone project for the professional science MBS degree sponsored by Terumo BCT.• Conducted primary research on the opportunities and growth of the US blood safety market.• Personally conducted 20+ interviews with key opinion leaders regarding whole blood history and usage.• Composed and published a survey distributed to individuals in the academic and corporate blood industries (including fractionators, blood bank employees, clinicians, and researchers).• Created and presented corporate PowerPoint with market research results to Terumo BCT upper management. Show less

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  Tulane university

  Aug 2013 - Dec 2015

  • Researched the effects of streptozotocin induced Type 1 diabetes on female C57BL/6 mice as most studies focus on the male mouse model - focusing on angiotensinogen and isoprostane expression differences.• Maintained C57BL/6 mice colonies by ensuring cages were clean, stocked, and mice genotyped.• Trained and setup mice for tail-cuff blood pressure measurements. • Optimized and proceduralized alternative usage for commercial ELISA assay utilizing different sample media.• Documented all laboratory activities and research observations, including materials utilized, within laboratory notebooks.• Assisted laboratory group when collecting rodent blood, organs, and specific tissue samples for further analysis.• Conducted one insertion surgery in which an extended-release hormone capsule was placed and stitched within mouse cavity. Show less Aug-Dec 2013 - Advanced Molecular Biology Lab • Co-taught with one other graduate student a group of 28 undergraduate students in topics including PCR, gel electrophoresis, southern blotting, etc.• Wrote examinations and homework assignments according to professor curriculum.• Graded exams, homework and lab notebooks according to professor rubric.• Responsible for troubleshooting procedures and equipment as required. Jan-May 2014 - Non-Major Hereditary and Society Lab• Co-taught with one other graduate student a group of 28 undergraduate students in topics including cell morphology & function, cell division, Mendelian genetics, evolution, etc.• Wrote examinations and homework assignments according to professor curriculum.• Graded exams, homework and lab notebooks according to professor rubric.Aug-Dec 2014 - Advanced Cell Biology Lecture• Proctored lecture exams and answered questions as needed• Graded exams and homework according to professor rubric.Jan-May 2015 - Advanced Cell Biology Lab• Solely responsible for 14 undergraduate students in topics including cell culture, immunofluorescence and IHC, signal transduction, cell differentiation, etc.• Wrote examinations and homework assignments according to professor curriculum.• Graded homework and lab notebooks according to professor rubric.• Responsible for troubleshooting procedures and equipment as required. Show less

  • PHD Candidate

    Oct 2014 - Dec 2015

  • Graduate Student Instructor

    Aug 2013 - May 2015
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  Verret's lounge

  Jan 2014 - Dec 2015

  Bartender
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  Wuxi advanced therapies

  Feb 2016 - Aug 2019

  • Solely responsible for investigating for all Facilities/Metrology non-conformances.• Managed all Philadelphia Facilities non-conformances, change controls, and continuous improvement project CAPAs.• Facilities/Metrology Representative for internal and external audits, change control review board, and continuous improvement projects.• Wrote and managed all Facilities/Metrology related change controls in accordance with FDA & ISPE regulations. • Quality Systems SME responsible for training efforts and optimization for MasterControl Software Suite. • Interim Facilities Manager for the dedicated gene therapy and viral vector manufacturing facility - maintained all building operations, personnel, purchases, and documentation approval in lieu of Facilities Manager long term absences. Show less • Composed and facilitated 50+ change controls related to Manufacturing processes and equipment systems, in accordance with FDA and ISPE regulations and guidelines. • Completed 50+ root cause analyses and coordinated CAPAs for non-conformances related to cGMP manufacturing processes - specializing in facilities and environmental monitoring (EM) excursions. • Manufacturing Representative on the EM committee, an continuous improvement group dedicated to sterility assurance.• Qualified Trainer for MasterControl Change Control module - assisted Quality Systems department by developing and trainings 100s of associates, seniors, and management in the new module. Show less • Manufacturing Operator for gene therapy and viral vector applications, according to ISO levels 5, 7, and 8 cleanroom practices and criteria.• SME for two innovative T-cell gene therapies - wrote over 400 pages of cGMP batch records, trained 11 associates and management in specialized equipment systems, and coordinated results with Technology Transfer department. • Aided Manufacturing Technical Operations department by composing non-conformances related to manufacturing process deviations, EM excursions, and equipment malfunctions. Show less

  • Senior Facilities/Metrology Technical Operations Specialist

    Jan 2018 - Aug 2019

  • Manufacturing Technical Operations Specialist I

    Feb 2017 - Jan 2018

  • Gene-Mediated Manufacturing Associate I

    Feb 2016 - Feb 2017
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  Regeneron pharmaceuticals, inc.

  Sept 2019 - Oct 2022

  Facilities compliance specialist

  • Performed risk and root cause analyses for 100s of non-conformance events specializing in calibration and process requirement deviations.• Maintained Facilities investigation evidence and sample drop-off program between Facilities Compliance and QA Validation or Production Maintenance per investigation SOP requirements• Trained compliance specialists, including seniors, regarding root cause analysis, creating CAPAs, and technical writing topics.• Managed 2 direct reports daily operations and needs for job performance, training, and compliance. • Facilities Investigation SME on pipette non-conformances - completing all pipette related events, assisting in pipette risk assessments, developing training materials, and training personnel Show less

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  Chez mike

  Apr 2022 - Mar 2023

  Hostess server

  • Welcomed all in-house and to-go customers, ensuring all were greeted warmly and served promptly.• Assisted servers and cooking staff regarding customer requests and orders.• Delivered food and drinks from kitchen and bar while maintaining tickets.

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  Upm pharmaceuticals

  Mar 2023 - Jan 2024

  Qa technical writer
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  Cmc turnkey solutions

  May 2024 - now

  Contract technical writer
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  The janssen pharmaceutical companies of johnson & johnson

  Aug 2024 - now

  Lab operations specialist

  • Contract through Black Diamond Network