
Sierra Rice
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About me
Process Technical Analyst at Novo Nordisk and contracted through Technical Source. Experienced as an Engineer and a Scientist in Pharmaceuticals.
Education

Johnston Community College
2014 - 2016Associate of Science - AS Science 3.39Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Dual enrolled while at Johnston County Middle College High School

Western Carolina University
2016 - 2019Bachelor's degree Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology 3.31Activities and Societies: Freshman Leadership Institute, Campus Ministries, Live Forgiven Church, Research Experience, and Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society. Please note that I have completed two years of undergraduate research in Cellular and Molecular Biology, completed an undergraduate senior research thesis, presented at multiple conferences, inducted into several honor societies, earned several grants and awards, volunteered, and completed two mentorships.

Wake Technical Community College
2015 - 2015Certified Nursing Assistant Pre-Nursing Studies
Experience

Genova Diagnostics
Jan 2020 - Apr 2020Immunology Lab Tech 1Full TimeKept Accurate Records with Sensitive InformationPrepared Patient Samples for Immunological TestingPerformed Lab Procedures and DutiesPerformed Software Analysis

Mako Medical
Sept 2020 - Jan 2021Molecular Scientist IEmployer: Aerotek | Client: Mako Medical Laboratories• Performed Quality Control• Performed Data Entry and Analysis• Kept Accurate Records with Sensitive Information• Prepared Patient Samples for SARS-CoV-2 Testing• Performed Real – Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (qPCR)

Almac Group
Jan 2021 - Jun 2023Molecular Laboratory Scientist IIFull Time• Performed Data Entry• Performed Tissue Sample Preparation• Performed Nucleic Acid Extraction• Next – Generation Sequencing (NGS)• Experienced in Archer FusionPlex Panel Testing• Assay Development and Validation Unit (ADVU)• Biomarker Research Unit (BRU)• High-Complexity Molecular Testing• Adhered to CLIA, FDA, CAPA, and GLP Standards• Experienced in utilizing Medrio, Veeva Vault, and Trackwise• Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Point of Contact (POC) for Illumina TruSight Oncology 500 (TSO500) NGS Testing Studies• Authored, Compiled, Reviewed, and Revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Performance Qualification (PQ), Installation Operation Performance Qualification (IOPQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), System Description (SD), User Requirements Specification (URS), and Validation Evaluation (VE) for Quality Assurance and Quality Control. Show less

ECU Health
Jun 2023 - Feb 2024Medical Laboratory Scientist IFull Time• Pathology – Hematology• Performed Data Entry in Epic (Laboratory Information System)• Analyzed Urinalysis on Aution Max AX-4030 and IRIS plus iQ200 Elite• Performed Coagulation Tests on ACLTOP550• Complete Blood Counts on the Sysmex along with Manual Differentials and in CellaVision • Manual Hemacytometer Cell Counts• Body Fluids Differentials; including Cerebrospinal Fluids (CSF), Synovial, and Peritoneal • Certified in Continuing Education Courses through ECU Health and American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science’s P.A.C.E Programo Acute Leukemia with a Focus on WHO Classificationo Body Fluid Differential Tutorialo Case Studies in Hematology – Malignant WBC Disorderso Case Studies in Hematology – Nonmalignant WBC Disorderso Case Studies in Pediatric Hematologyo Cerebrospinal Fluido Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)o Common Coagulopathieso Erythrocyte Inclusionso Myleodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)o Myleoproliferative Neoplasmso Normal Peripheral Blood Cellso OSHA Bloodborne Pathogenso OSHA Electrical Safetyo OSHA Fire Safetyo OSHA Hazard Communication and Chemical Hygieneo Red Blood Cell (RBC) Morphologyo Red Cell Disorders: Peripheral Blood Clues to Nonneoplastic Conditionso Variations in White Cell Morphology -- Granulocyteso White Cell and Platelet Disorders: Peripheral Blood Clues to Nonneoplastic Conditions Show less

Fresenius Kabi
Feb 2024 - Jun 2024Validation EngineerEmployer: Insight Global | Client: Fresenius Kabi• Performed Data Entry• Performed Data Analysis• Experienced in utilizing Bio|Kneat• Programmed TMI Orion Data Loggers• Adhered to ISO, CAPA, QMP, GMP, and FDA standards.• Experienced with Siemens, ABB, and HMI Instruments and Machinery. • Experienced in executing Test Scripts on Eisai Automated Inspection Machines.• Experienced in executing Validation Protocols using Terminal Sterilizers and Isolators. • Experienced in Filling, Formulation, Mixing, Sterilization, Packaging, and Manufacturing. • Authored, Compiled, Reviewed, and Revised Validation Documentation such as Periodic Reviews (PR) and Investigational Study Protocols (ISP). Show less

Novo Nordisk
Jun 2024 - nowProcess Technical AnalystEmployer: Technical Source, Client: Novo Nordisk Process Technical Analyst (Contract) • Process Professional II Tier• Aseptic Production in Process & Compliance• Utilization of Veeva Vault • Collaborated with Deviation Writers• Completed cLEAN 1 STAR Fundamentals Course• Experienced in SAS JMP 16.2 Software and Analysis• Generated Data in Control Charting of Cp and Cpk Trending• Data Exportation of Electronic Batch Records (EBRS) in Pas-, gLIMS, and Novoglow • Data collection of Ongoing Process Verification (OPV) and Control Chart Script (CCS) for Deviations and Batch Records.• Generated and Analyzed Data for Formulation, Filling, Wash and Sterile in Aseptic Production to Leadership, Process Engineers, Quality Assurance, and Quality Control Show less
Licenses & Certifications
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Python for Data Science and AI
IBMMar 2024 - View certificate
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Certified Nursing Assistant
NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services)Mar 2016 - View certificate

Basic Life Supports for Healthcare Providers
American Red CrossAug 2015 - View certificate

BLS Provider
American Heart AssociationJan 2017 .webp)
Six Sigma White Belt
The Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC)Dec 2023.webp)
Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
The Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC)Jan 2024
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Sierra RiceACE Award for Continuous Improvement Almac Group Apr 2022 ACE Award for Continuous Improvement
- Awarded to Sierra RiceACE Award for People and Quality Almac Group Jan 2022 ACE Award for People and Quality
- Awarded to Sierra RiceTelling Our Stories Conference Western Carolina University Dec 2019 Telling Our Stories, Sierra Rice – Personal accounts of first-generation, foster care, and minority students at Western Carolina University
- Awarded to Sierra RiceSigma Xi Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference Sigma Xi in Madsion, WI Nov 2019 Dr. Robert Youker*, Sierra Rice, Aaron Lipchak, and Dr. Channa De Silva Investigation of Lethal ToxinNeutralizing Factor (LTNF) predicted inhibitory function on Insulin Degrading Enzyme (IDE)
- Awarded to Sierra RiceExcellence in Biology Research Award Western Carolina University Sep 2019 • Competitive selection process to recognize in-depth research in the field of Biology. Completed two years of academic research, an Undergraduate Senior Thesis, Four Conferences, two years of mentoring through the L.E.A.R.N. Program, and two Grants, while fighting adversity.
- Awarded to Sierra RiceUndergraduate Expo: Research and Scholarship Celebration Conference Western Carolina University Mar 2019 • Sierra Rice, Aaron Lipchak, and Dr. Channa De Silva, and Dr. Robert Youker Investigation of LethalToxin Neutralizing Factor (LTNF) predicted inhibitory function on Insulin Degrading Enzyme (IDE)
- Awarded to Sierra RiceNational Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) NCUR 2019 Planning Committee Feb 2019 • Sierra Rice, Aaron Lipchak, Dr. Channa De Silva, and Dr. Robert Youker Investigation of Lethal ToxinNeutralizing Factor (LTNF) predicted inhibitory function on Insulin Degrading Enzyme (IDE) (Selected,absent due to health)
- Awarded to Sierra RiceSOCON Undergraduate Research Form (SURF) Conference Wofford College Nov 2018 • Sierra Rice, Aaron Lipchak, and Dr. Channa De Silva, and Dr. Robert Youker Investigation of LethalToxin Neutralizing Factor (LTNF) predicted inhibitory function on Insulin Degrading Enzyme (IDE)
- Awarded to Sierra RiceAcademic Project Grant Western Carolina University Oct 2018 Received $500.00 to support research. Investigation of Lethal Toxin Neutralizing Factor (LTNF) predicted inhibitory function on Insulin Degrading Enzyme (IDE).
- Awarded to Sierra RiceMolecules of the Mountains Conference Western Carolina University Apr 2018 Sierra Rice, Aaron Lipchak, Dr. Channa De Silva, and Dr. Robert Youker Investigation of Lethal ToxinNeutralizing Factor (LTNF) predicted inhibitory function on Insulin Degrading Enzyme (IDE)
- Awarded to Sierra RiceAcademic Project Grant Western Carolina University Oct 2017 Received $500.00 to support research. Investigation of Lethal Toxin Neutralizing Factor (LTNF) predicted inhibitory function on Insulin Degrading Enzyme (IDE).
- Awarded to Sierra RiceTelling Our Stories Conference Western Carolina University Apr 2017 Telling Our Stories, Sierra Rice – Personal accounts of first-generation, foster care, and minority students at Western Carolina University
- Awarded to Sierra RiceAlpha Lambda Delta Honor Society Western Carolina University Feb 2017 Inducted into Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Society
- Awarded to Sierra RicePhi Theta Kappa Honor Society Phi Theta Kappa Apr 2016 Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society (JCC Chapter)
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