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Folsom, California, United States

Performs sample analysis of volatile organic compounds in air samples with the use of GC/MS instrumentation.Operates two GC/MS instruments and carries out daily QC evaluation as well as sample analysis per SOP and client requirements.Evaluates chromatography screens to determine appropriate dilutions and load volume(s) for high level compounds.Creates.

Rancho Cordova, California, United States

Managed 2 microbiology laboratory technicians.Revised, reviewed, and performed QA/QC procedures to meet ELAP certification requirements and assure compliance with Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs).Created and maintained QA/QC logbooks.Conducted quarterly departmental audits.Communicated results to homeowners, private businesses, municipal water.

Rancho Cordova, California, United States

Performed various EPA approved analytical methods for testing wastewater and drinking water. As well as stormwater, soil, and biosolid samples.Prepared media and assured proper sterilization technique for media fills.Effectively communicated results to clients and made recommendations when requested.Interpreted and input data into the Laboratory.

Rancho Cordova, California

Received client samples and entered them into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).Communicated regularly with project managers, samplers, and subcontracted laboratories.Verified client documentation (i.e. sample ids, dates, times, and requested analyses).Received, fulfilled, and shipped bottle orders.Prepared and shipped samples to.

Amherst, MA

Assisted with processing TickReport orders.Identified and imaged TickReport specimen.Updated various project databases as well as TickReport customer orders.Coordinated specimen organization and transferring for the NEON Mosquito project.Carried out and assigned day-to-day laboratory chores.

Philadelphia, PA

Performed DNA extraction and sequencing of over 160 specimens.Carried out polymerase chain reaction (PCR) as well as gel electrophoresis on extracted samples.Used Sequencher to review, edit and align DNA sequences derived from extraction.Assisted with field research and specimen collection.Maintained specimen/sample storage.Created and maintained both.

Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA