John Fox Email & Phone Number

County Limerick, Ireland

London, England, United Kingdom

Genpax carries out infectious disease investigation with IDEM, a groundbreaking surveillance tool using whole genome sequencing analysis.IDEM uses precision genomics to uncover the true relationship between bacterial isolates, offering a comprehensive solution to strain identification and outbreak management.At Genpax I was responsible for literature searching, coordinating and distribution among the Genpax team.Writing and resource creation.Presenting at international academic conferences.Previously modelled the economic impact of a whole genome sequencing intervention for bacterial healthcare-associated infections in England and the USA (See below for full article).

London Area, United Kingdom

Involved working in a Biosafety level 2 lab.Worked with human biological specimens containing SARS-COV2.Performed RNA extraction and subsequent PCR assay.Strictly adhered to BSL 2 precautions and appropriate use of PPE.

Whistler, British Columbia, Canada

The role involved manual input and output of Gondolas and high skiing ability to get to designated alpine lifts.Performed this outdoor role in temperatures that reached negative 30 degrees celsius. Responsible for all operations at the assigned lift.

Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland

As part of my job role, I liaised with multiple departments (QA, Manufacturing and Process Sciences) concerning compliance records and qualifying equipment used in Endotoxin testing. Performed Growth Promotion of procured media.Qualified Trainer - Trained other QC analysts in plate reading, Endotoxin testing and Growth Promotion.

County Limerick, Ireland

I performed environmental monitoring (EM) within ISO 8 and ISO 7 graded cleanroom suites. This involved performing viable (active and passive) and non-viable air monitoring.I performed water for injection (WFI) sampling within ISO 8 graded cleanroom suites.I completed multiple compliance records such as LTIFs (Laboratory test information form), GLIFS (General Laboratory Information Form) and NOEs (Notice of events). Took part in qualifying two lines and multiple Biotek machines used to manufacture and test product while at Regeneron.I performed Endotoxin Testing on in-process (IP) samples. I performed plate moves, plate reads and colony-forming unit (CFU) verifications on all samples that pertain to CG, EM, in-process, sterility, turbidity and WFI.I used LIMS (Thermo Fisher Nautilus LIMS), adobe pro, and the deviation management system in Regeneron extensively.

San Francisco Bay Area

Bartender in Castagnola's Seafood and Chop on the famous Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco.Expierienced working and living in one of the largest cities in America.Learned from and expierienced people from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.

Ballybunnion, Co. Kerry

Taught surfing to all levels.Provided coherent instructions for proper surfing technique on land and ensured continuing progress in water.Ensured pupils adhered to safety regulations.Liaised with Beach Lifeguards in order to maintain Beach wide safety.

Master'S Degree, Genomic Medicine

Thesis: Genomic health of the ancient Jomon Hunter-gatherers. Literature Review: The use of ancient genomes for demographic modelling Dry.

Bachelor'S Degree, Microbiology, General

Activities and Societies: NUIG Fresher A hurling team. NUIG Fitzgibbon cup hurling team (3 years). Snowsports and surf club member. Surf.

Leaving Certificate

Activities and Societies: Harty Cup Hurling, Junior and Senior Cup Rugby, Prefect and Head Boy 2014. Leaving Certificate Subjects: Irish.