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Mount Holly, North Carolina, US

We are using systems-biology tools to discover and commercialize biomarkers that measure soil biology performance and health. Our work promotes sustainable growing practices that encourage environmental stewardship and healthier foods.

• Provides consultation and direction to commercial clinical laboratory and biotech operations. Examines current processes and designs changes to ensure elimination of wasteful practices. Formulates and communicates.
• Director of a CAP-accredited clinical laboratory performing clinical metabolomics for the detection of inborn errors of metabolism (Metabolon, Inc, Durham, NC). Works closely with key personnel to execute on new test.
• Provides consultation to a biopharma firm in the development of a complex RNA signature to predict response to targeted oncology therapies. Develops product requirement documents, assay validation protocols and.
• Provides clinical consultative services to a biotechnology firm with innovative and first-of-kind diagnostics test for the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease (SynapsDX, Inc, Rockville, MD). Acting Clinical Director.
• Provides quality and regulatory guidance to a biotechnology firm (Accelevir Diagnostics, Baltimore, MD) focused on the molecular detection of low copy HIV in patients.
• Provides Clinical Director oversight to clinical laboratories performing PCR testing for SARS-CoV-2. Works with management and staff to implement best practices and ensures compliance with regulatory authorities.

Morrisville, NC, US

Responsible for the oversight of Clinical lab commercial operations, management of personnel, maintenance of regulatory standards and overseeing the development and operations of the current facility and build-out of future laboratory space. Supports Metabolon’s objective of developing and providing metabolomic-based tests for the management of patients.

Managed all operations within the U.S. including Laboratory (Microbiology and Safety), Specimen Receiving and Client Support. Responsible for developing and implementing strategies, programs, systems and processes to support and build Eurofin global central laboratory services. Led in the development and harmonization of a global central laboratory.

Managed all Microbiology operations within the U.S. and was responsible for developing and implementing global strategies to grow the microbiology businesses throughout the world. Responsible for ensuring quality of services through standardization of SOP’s and training of all global staff. Worked with Business Development to establish pricing and.

Lancaster, Pennsylvania, US

Supervised laboratory management personnel across four locations in the eastern U.S. and provided guidance and direction as needed. Responsible for ensuring compliance and integration of facility operations with corporate and regulatory policies and procedures. Reviewed and approved Quality Assurance SOP’s for facility and ensures their implementation so.

Lancaster, Pennsylvania, US

Managed a 40 person microbiology laboratory with revenues exceeding six million dollars and profit margins of +30%. Administered operational changes to realize significant efficiencies through improved quality systems and information technology upgrades. Realigned management structure to promote star performers and reinforce lines of authority and.

Lancaster, Pennsylvania, US

Managed a start-up microbiology laboratory to provide positive operating margin for the company and meet annual budgetary goals. Built and maintained positive customer relationships and sales growth through direct interaction with customers and sales personnel. Reviewed and approved Quality Assurance SOPs for the laboratory and ensured their.

Led an entrepreneurial team effort to create and maintain an online research tool for scientific companies and institutions that are in the market to purchase laboratory equipment. Consulted with clients on purchasing needs, developed and directed client services, coordinated efforts of outside software companies, consultants, and network engineers. Built.

Directed the Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Molecular Biology, and Mycobacteriology Laboratories of a top ten Medical Reference Laboratory. Responsibilities included establishing and enforcing standardized testing policies, introduced new and cutting edge technologies into the testing regime, acting as liaison and consultant with physician and nurse.

Rochester, Minnesota, US

Received training in all aspects of Clinical Microbiology including the latest in clinical diagnostic procedures, infection control, infectious disease management, public health laboratory, assay development and validation, and diagnostic decision-making. Developed and validated new molecular diagnostic testing methods for pathogenic viruses. Provided.

Assured the quality and safety of Allergy Laboratories products by conducting tests for contaminants. Performed particle and bacterial contamination testing using clean rooms and production room surfaces

Phd, Microbiology

M.S., Microbiology

B.S., Biology