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Gibsonia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Manages projects within the CCIT department including project assignment, scientist management, meeting project timelines, maintaining client communication, and performing laboratory duties.• Leads development and validation on analytical equipment and new methods within CCIT.• Develops and implements training materials for all new and existing staff on sample preparation, sample analysis, interpretation of data, and instrument qualifications.• Ensures strict adherence to UPS<1207> Package Integrity Evaluation – Sterile Products.• Reports financial summaries of monthly revenue, labor utilization and ROI of services for the CCIT department.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

• Led the development, qualification, and validation of lot release testing for ELISA and Albumin assays on a novel, plasma-based, FDA regulated biologic showcasing technical expertise and effective problem-solving.• Successfully obtained FDA approval to advance to a Phase III clinical trial.• Contributed to the manufacturing of a regulated biologic within an ISO 7 cleanroom, maintaining strictcompliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.• Designed and implemented a robust safety testing program for the commercial launch of cosmetic products, demonstrating versatility and quick adaptation to new responsibilities.• Substantially contributed to the formulation development of Carmell's cosmetic product pipeline.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

• Demonstrated strong communication and organizational skills in managing project deadlines and priorities.• Taught and mentored undergraduate students in laboratory techniques and procedures.• Ensured cleanliness and organization of laboratory and machine shop spaces.• Engaged prospective students and their parents in conversations to educate them about the novel research being conducted at Duquesne.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

• Conducted bacterial adhesion experiments under the guidance of Dr. Melikhan Tanyeri. Microfluidic models of gut epithelium were functionalized with BSA-mannose to facilitate FimH adhesin binding.• Produced microfluidic devices using lithography techniques within an ISO 6 clean room.• Cultured FimHOn E. coli from glycerol stocks, initiating cultures in sterilized nutrient broth.• Analyzed datasets obtained from tracking bacterial movement and conducting image analysis.• Mentored an undergraduate student researcher, providing guidance and support, ensuring academic growth.

Master Of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Obtained a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering with a 4.0 cumulative GPA, and published a thesis entitled “A Microfluidic.

Bachelor Of Science, Biomedical Engineering

Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in mathematics. Graduated cum laude with a 3.91 major.