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United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Ontario, Canada

• Designed purpose-built laboratory facilities across international sites, inclusive of pilot clean room environments (Canada & US), successfully managing time and resources through a tight deadline. • Established and implemented US-CAN federally compliant, environmental health & safety (EHS) programs (policies, SOPs, manuals, supporting information) covering biological, chemical, laser and worker safety. Implemented the companies first virtual orientation program to ensure all new hires were fully trained within 7 days of the start date, exceeding the 95% compliance required for training.• Established interactive operational tools (worldwide shipping, equipment issues, equipment service requirements, equipment training records) integrating multiple software platforms to enhance automation in processes, improving • Negotiated external vendor contracts initiating a vendor management system to track audits, asset and RFP procurement process and equipment maintenance packages.• Built and Led multisite operations department with responsibility for annual budget forecasting and reconciliation. Successfully kept the department within budget for the first year and enhanced forecasting strategy for year 2. • Quality assurance program development, focused on Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)• Responsible for cross-functional department communication and alignment including direct report to the Executive level, suggesting and analysing KPIs, and highlighting potential improvement strategies.

Toronto Rehabilitation Institute

• Developed, implemented and continually improved in person and virtual training sessions, utilizing a host of software and tools to ensure effective delivery with maximum comprehension. • Lead federal, provincial and internal auditing procedures.• Attended multisite Joint Health and Safety Committees to address safety concerns and analyse risks. • Maintained multi-site databases and annual maintenance / service scheduling attaining full compliance across multiple locations for safety equipment (fire; AED; first aid; containment requirements).• Established strong third party vendor relationships for lab utilities, (e.g. waste disposal, laundry). • Consulted as safety representative on facilities projects including lab relocations, procurement of new equipment, decommissioning of lab spaces.

• Established a multidisciplinary facility set up to focus on driving forward neuro-oncology research.• Implemented and maintained the day-to-day laboratory and administrative procedures for the facility.• Negotiated and purchased equipment, service contracts and consumables, following tender process, request for proposal review and vendor management.• Trained new laboratory members on GLP protocols and administrative procedures. Mentored graduate students through projects.

• Led day-to-day laboratory operations, aided with research projects and supporting experimentation, including animal studies.• Responsible for administrative tasks including reviewing SOPs, grant management, and Animal User Protocols / Research Ethic Board applications. • Coordinated ordering, shipping, deliveries and on-boarding new hires.

Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

Facilities Planning And Management

Master Of Science (M.Sc.), Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biological And Biomedical Sciences