Amber (Harris) Maxwell Email & Phone Number

Richmond, Virginia, United States

Supported the development, optimization, qualification, and validation of Microneutralization (MNT) assays for Covid VariantsDesigned and executed experiments to support the assays (i.e. bridging, qualifications, investigations)Prepared and analyzed data from experimental and validation runsUsed JMP to perform analysis and display results via Powerpoints presented to clientsAuthored qualification and validation plans, as well as experimental procedures and methodsScheduled clinical testing, laboratory activities, and maintained analysts’ daily schedules to ensure client deadlines were metPerformed extensive document reviews (i.e plans and methods) and notebook entry reviews for complete and accurate information, ensuring all entries complied with Quality Assurance and Regulatory standardsProjected assay needs (i.e. reagents, supplies) and assay timelinesPrepared biweekly meeting slides via Powerpoint to communicate project updates with clients Helped maintain constant and clear communication via email and meetings about project progress and potential impact to client deadlines

Richmond, Virginia, United States

Supported in the development, optimization, qualification, and validation of an ECL assayDesigned and executed experiments to support the assays (i.e. bridging, qualifications, investigations)Prepared and analyzed data from experimental runsUsed Sigma Plot to perform analysis (i.e. experimental assays, qualifications)Used Spotfire to perform weekly/monthly assay trending and look for abnormalitiesAssisted with authoring qualification plans/experimental procedures as well as analyst qualification memosScheduled clinical testing and other laboratory activities to ensure client deadlines were metManaged weekly and monthly instrument maintenance and performed document reviewCollaborated with management to project assay needs (i.e. reagents, supplies, assay timelines)Reviewed notebook entries for complete and accurate information, ensuring all entries complied with Quality Assurance standardsUsed ConneXion and Assist programs in daily assay activities (i.e. assay setup, sample tracking, generation of data, audit submissions)Ensured and reinforced that all aspects of the lab are within compliance (i.e. proper PPE, disposal of waste, reagents labeled properly, etc)Acted as a liaison between upper management and analysts to ensure all concerns are heard and discussed

Richmond, Virginia, United States

Performed manual ELISA assays as well as TECAN assisted ECL assays to quantify pharmaceutical compounds in serum samplesHelped train new analysts to perform manual ELISA assays, as well as other laboratory procedures, such as reagent preparation, sample management techniques, and maintenance proceduresAdhered to GLP and GCP standards to ensure reagents and instruments are within complianceUsed Assist programs and ConneXion and in daily assay activities (i.e. assay setup, sample tracking, generation of data)Utilized eSheet and ShelfLife applications (i.e. online batch sheet records, reagent preparation records, expiries tracker)Reviewed numerous documents and submits audits for compliance to the Quality Assurance group (i.e. clinical and experimental batch sheets, reports, data sets)Operated and maintained the Tecan Freedom EVO 200 (liquid and air LiHA versions)Performed daily, weekly, and monthly verifications on the Tecan to ensure accuracy and precision of Tecan Freedom EVO 200Operated the Meso Scale Discovery (MSD) Sector Imager S600 to measure the electrochemiluminescence (ECL) signal emitted from the ruthenium tagged complex upon electrochemical stimulation Used the BioTek Microplate Washer with BioStack Microplate Stacker for plate handlingUsed the Spectromax plate reader to measure the Optical Density (OD) from the substrate induced reaction for all ELISA assays

Greater Atlanta Area

Developed new radical synthetic methods to achieve pharmaceutically relevant spirocyclic compoundsNegated the use of hazardous and expensive tin-derived catalysts through the use of safe and cheap organic photoredox catalystsPresented research progress via PowerPoint in weekly group meetings

Dr. Mohler'S Research Lab

Performed organic research with the goal of synthesizing an antisense oligonucleotide analog to extend the lifetime of current antisense oligonucleotide therapies, as well as extending shelf-life of current drugsHelped mentor younger undergraduate students also in the Mohler labCompleted one NSF REU Summer Research Program with Dr. Mohler’s group

Provided advising to twenty-five residents. Mediated issues on diversity, alcohol and drug abuse, academic performance, and social acceptance. Designed programs to ensure cohesive communities, and created insightful bulletin boards.Completed extensive incident documentation.

Master Of Science - Ms, Organic Chemistry

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Chemistry Acs Certified Biochemistry

Activities and Societies: National Society of Collegiate Scholars and JMU Club Softball, President