Research Scientist
Highlights: General •Isolated proteins from plasma using various biochemical and chromatographic techniques. •Provided technical support and performed troubleshooting on new and existing products. •Performed calculations, measurements, and buffer preparations necessary for downstream experiments. •Ordered and maintained supplies and equipment such as ingredients, laboratory supplies, chemicals, etc. as needed to conduct laboratory test and R&D projects. •Maintained… Show more Highlights: General •Isolated proteins from plasma using various biochemical and chromatographic techniques. •Provided technical support and performed troubleshooting on new and existing products. •Performed calculations, measurements, and buffer preparations necessary for downstream experiments. •Ordered and maintained supplies and equipment such as ingredients, laboratory supplies, chemicals, etc. as needed to conduct laboratory test and R&D projects. •Maintained laboratory notebook, and applicable log books, accurately recording projects and the results of experiments performed. R&D Projects •Either Led or Assisted with multiple R&D projects from bench study through pilot plant and production scale testing. •Provided needed assistance to colleagues in multiple company divisions to achieve the objectives of R&D projects for the advancement of the entire company with accurate records of projects.•Prepared scientific and technical reports as requested •Performed literature and resource searches, to gain knowledge and remain current in areas of protein fractionation, animal health, and immunochemistry for application in development of new products and processes. Process Improvement •Developed and implemented numerous analytical assays and sample preparation methods to improve protein quality/quantity of products. •Wrote standard operating procedures for analytical techniques and proper use of equipment. Furthermore, trained personnel in Quality control as well as Manufacturing in analytical techniques. New Product/Process Development •Maintained product development files to reduce scale up time•Assisted in process development for the fractionation of blood proteins utilized in researching new products or improving current product processes. •Effectively transferred technical knowledge from the R&D group to the Production Engineers and Quality Control Technicians. Show less
