Erik Laroco Email & Phone Number

Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States

Kalamazoo, Michigan Area

Kalamazoo, Michigan Area

Epredia

Kalamazoo, Michigan Area

Anatomical Pathology Division

Kalamazoo, Michigan Area

Anatomical Pathology Division

Mattawan, Michigan

A research organization that provides pre-clinical testing to biotech and pharma companies worldwideResearch Associate 2 Drug Metabolism / Pharmacokinetics (D.M.P.K) Department | October 2013 – March 2014• Measured over 200 plasma and whole blood samples per protocol requirements daily.• Coordinated non-radioactive inbound/outbound shipments (e.g. plasma, whole blood, excreta). Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion (A.D.M.E) Department | April 2013 – September 2013• Collected excreta samples from animal test subjects (e.g. blood, urine, feces).• Operated Liquid Scintillation Counter (LSC) and gamma counter (short-lived isotopes) to determine quantitative radioactive results.Imaging/ Quantitative Whole Body Autoradiography (QWBA) | January 2012 – March 2013• Prepared quality control standards with newer isotopes (e.g. Ca25, Sn85).• Trained in radioactive shipments (e.g. test articles, tissues, carcasses).Pharmacokinetics Department | March 2008 – December 2011• Progressed from Research Associate 1 to Research Associate 2 within a year.• Performed daily animal husbandry functions: diet administration and animal health monitoring• Ensured department’s compliance with both FDA GLP 21CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practices for non-clinical laboratory studies, and FDA GLP 21CFR Part 11 - Electronic Records; Electronic Signatures; DEA and USDA guidelines.

Kalamazoo, Michigan

One of the leading caterers of corporate and social events in West Michigan• Promoted from steward to Banquet Supervisor.• Managed and directed diverse employees daily; delegated specialized duties such as communication with clients, cooks, and logistical staff.• Trained and evaluated new employees to meet departmental standards.• Ensured compliance to State and Local health regulations regarding food service and sanitation.