An accomplished science and engineering professional with team leadership, project management and technical expertise in the agricultural biotech industry. Known for researching, engineering, automating, prototyping, and developing solutions for complex scientific problems.Project Management & Process Improvement:Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with a reputation for managing high performing project teams, supervising employees, and effectively collaborating with crop genetic researchers and scientists. Six Sigma Greenbelt certified professional with experience in process flow mapping, storyboarding, cost modeling, benefit analysis, and lean principles. Engineering:Knowledge of laboratory robotics, automated liquid handlers, custom engineering and automation solutions, rapid prototyping (3-D printing), training, and user documentation. Experience with outsource management, intellectual property, and patents.Science:Master's Degree in Biochemistry. Knowledge of molecular biology, microbiology, and protein biochemistry. Experience in protein expression (E.coli, pichia pastoris, baculovirus) and purification, and developing and integrating new technologies. High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), bacterial growth, fermentation, ELISA, PCR, agrobacterium transformation, and tissue culture.Computer Competencies:Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, 3-D Computer-Aided Design (SolidWorks), MS ProjectPersonal Characteristics:productive, innovative, collaborative, analytical, organized, and detail oriented
Listed skills include Project Management, Life Sciences, Process Improvement, Biotechnology, and 21 others.