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Taught lesson plans as outlined by the regular classroom teacher with 20-28 students from K-4th grade, using appropriate instructional methods.Key Contributions & Selected Achievements:● Created a positive and safe learning environment while adhering to school policies and procedures● Used humor and compassion to reach difficult students and defuse conflict

Lake County, Indiana

Conducted interviews to obtain relevant Census data and input demographic information via a phone app to be submitted to the central database while upholding strict confidentiality requirements. Located and confirmed households on the list provided, planned routes for efficiency as needed, identified addresses with residences that were vacant, no longer existed, or were to be demolished, and persuaded hesitant respondents to complete their interviews. Key Contributions & Selected Achievements:• Exceeded targeted goals • Investigated difficult cases and closed them• As a top performer, was selected for the final closeout team

Chicago, Il

Conducted testing, report generation and data entry on patient samples for next-generation DNA sequencing to determine DNA typing assignments for organ transplant donor/recipient matches, disease association, and platelet transfusions. Key Contributions & Selected Achievements:• Prepared hundreds of samples for DNA analysis and kept results within the targeted 7-day turnaround time• Analyzed nearly 100 DNA samples, identified DNA donor/recipient matches, and generated reports • Conducted quality control checks of DNA kits and generated reports for them and assisted in two external audits with no major nonconformances found

Crown Point, In

Reviewed microbiology and chemistry test data for routine samples and client requested validation studies for drug products, water samples, medical devices, and disinfectant efficacy. Sent out reviewed routine reports to clients. Conducted internal audits of quality systems. Revised and implemented SOPs and forms.Key Contributions & Selected Achievements:● Reviewed documentation, statistical calculations, and reports prior to submitting final reports to clients● Submitted an average of 20 reviewed reports to clients weekly ● Conducted routine QC checks and monthly internal audits of laboratory systems, and generated summary reports to ensure compliance with state and federal law.● Conducted initial investigations into out-of-spec results and assisted with CAPAs● Updated supplier audit questionnaire, reviewed and maintained supplier audit responses

Crown Point, In

Conducted diagnostic analysis of food products, environmental samples, and water samples that were prepared by the microbiology technicians. Enumerated, confirmed, and identified bacteria, yeasts and molds. Recorded test data and quality control data.Key Contributions & Selected Achievements:● Enumerated hundreds of client samples using direct plate count and MPN methods using a variety of selective media ● Confirmed Coliforms/E.coli and 0157:H7, S. Aureus, Lactobacilli, B. cereus, Shigella, Clostridia● Performed organism identification using microscopic examination, API strips and BBL Crystal● Recorded results of routine test data, rapid pathogen detection testing, and quality control data

St. John, In

Taught lesson plans as outlined by the regular classroom teacher with 20-28 students from K-12th grade, using appropriate instructional methods.Key Contributions & Selected Achievements:● Created a positive and safe learning environment while adhering to school policies and procedures● Used humor and compassion to reach difficult students and defuse conflict

Chicago, Il

Performed as both a technologist and an acting supervisor to manage daily laboratory functions. Conducted molecular tests for genetic diseases using various PCR detection techniques to be reviewed by the laboratory director. Performed administrative tasks, purchased consumables, and monitored quality control and safety programs for CAP compliance. Key Contributions & Selected Achievements:● Supervised staff of 3, ensured testing completed within established turnaround times, and coordinated efforts with Histology laboratory and Research laboratory ● Conducted molecular DNA testing on hundreds of patient samples of whole blood, amniotic fluid and tissue culture samples ● Validated new techniques to increase laboratory efficiency, customized genotyping software and wrote new SOPs ● Trained technologists, postdoc candidates, and medical residents in selected test methods

Chicago, Il

• Extracted and purified DNA from hundreds of biological samples on a variety of substrates• Conducted DNA PCR methods and determined DNA profiles with various detection systems • Analyzed data, interpreted results, wrote reports using laboratory information management systems• Entered DNA profiles into the federal Combined DNA Indexing System (CODIS) databasePeer reviewed laboratory reports • Testified in various Illinois courts as an expert witness more than 25 times• Monitored and participated in our quality control program to maintain national accreditation by ASCLD-LAB

Homewood, Il

• Developed and implemented new quality control systems and updated existing quality control procedures and standard operating procedures• Communicated with laboratory staff and managers to ensure tasks are completed, objectives are met and high standards are maintained• Monitored and evaluated the performance of 10 laboratories' participation in proficiency testing as part of ongoing Quality Assurance • Assisted with the internal audits of the Chicago Heights Laboratory and with the preparation for accreditation according to ISO 9002/Guide 25 recommendations

Chicago Heights, Illinois

• Monitored the QA program, co-conducted in-house laboratory inspections • Performed microbiological analysis of food products according to USDA, FDA, AOAC, laboratory and client-specified SOPs from sample preparation to confirmation • Performed microbiological techniques: enrichment, quantitative and diagnostic analysis for aerobic/anaerobic organisms• Performed diagnostic methods (direct plate count, MPN, Gram Stain, ELISA, biochemical organism ID) and recorded results

Bachelor Of Science, Biotechnology

Activities and Societies: Worked part time in a microbiology laboratory (16-20 hours/week) from February 1992 to after graduation.

Associate'S Of Science, Biology, General

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society