Wendy Godfrey

Experience

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  True Health, Health Diagnostic Laboratory

  Sept 2011 - Oct 2016

  Laboratory Technologist II

  • Conducted testing on biological samples utilizing manual and automated extraction procedures with Hamilton robotics, GC/FID, LC/MS/MS and NMR • Became lead trainer of extraction techniques, data interpretation, QA/QC and laboratory safety procedures to new technologists• Identified learning needs of new technologists; enhanced current and developed new data sets, training documents, PowerPoints and video• Reviewed technical procedures and made necessary changes• Performed calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of GC/FID, LC/MS/MS, NMR and Hamilton instrumentation Show less

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  Virginia Department of Forensic Science

  Nov 2016 - now

  Forensic Scientist in Toxicology

  • Perform chemical analyses of human fluids and tissues in death and criminal investigations utilizing ELISA, spectrophotometry, liquid and solid phase extractions, headspace GC, GC/MS and LC/MS/MS • Utilize multiple software platforms to generate data sets, interpret QA/QC and derive concise reports of findings• Accurately document results in certificates of analysis and testify to the findings in court when needed• Perform calibration, troubleshooting and maintenance/repairs on GC, GC/MS and LC/MS/MS instrumentation Show less