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Oakland, Ca, Us

As an R&D Scientist and Asset Manager, I diversify my time handling hands-on wet chemistry and managing all equipment and instruments at DiaCarta.R&D Scientist Responsibilities:- Laboratory Management including: Purchasing supplies, inventory tracking of chemicals, project budgeting, and implementing training protocols- Created the Chemical Waste Management and optimized waste streams- Synthesis and purification of novel Xenonucleic Acids (XNA) through various chromatography methods- In-depth maintenance, customization, and troubleshooting for HPLC systems and pH metersAsset Management Responsibilities:- Led CLIA team to successully attain CAP Accreditation- Created Equipment Program and negotiated service contracts- Establish new equipment with IQ/OQ/PQ and upkeep with Calibrations/PM services- Ensure all equipment has proper labeling to adhere to necessary compliances (FDA, ISO, CAP, etc.)

Petaluma, California, United States

As a Controlled Pore Glass (CPG) Chemist, I have developed a wide skill set while working at the forefront of the Genomics Industry and the battle against COVID-19.Responsibilities:- Interim Manager coordinating and overseeing all team experiments and troubleshooting issues- Trained technicians on processes, lab techniques, and safety protocols- Observe data trends and reagent usage to create more effective solutions- Create product protocols which vary from client to client- Design and create reactors while maintaining/repairing lab equipment- Synthesize nucleotides onto a custom ceramic material for DNA/RNA synthesis

Novato, Ca

While under the Engineering Team, I worked closely with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality. Responsibilities:- Chemically synthesized polymer models for device testing- Conducted failure analyses on synthesized materials- Worked in quality to write, process, and release Change Orders, CAPA’s, and NCMR’s- Managed all Device History Records, device parts, and receiving/inspection documents- Worked with manufacturing to check that all parts were up to standard revision on all devicesAccomplishments: - Synthesized a variety of polymer matrices to highlight different features - Implemented new Change Order processes to streamline production - Renovated Device History Records to comply with FDA regulations

Novato, Ca

I worked with R&D to take on a new project. I drafted designs and observed results to troubleshoot execution. The project involved research in chemical, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. Responsibilites:- Researched polymer process technique and all necessary components- Worked with vendors to create polymer assembly- Conducted experiments, analyzed data, and optimized polymer process- Adjusted calculations for different polymer propertiesAccomplishments: - Conducted experiments, analyzed data, and optimized polymer properties - Created stoichiometric and formulaic manuals - Created a full production assembly to develop new materials

Uc Riverside

I worked with a PhD student to create next generation ferroelectric and optic materials.Responsibilites: - Made ferroelectric and optical measurements in support of thesis work - Prepared samples and powders for centrifuge, milling, sieving according to Good Laboratory Practice - Interpreted and presented complex data using analysis tools (Image J, Office Suite, etc.)