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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.
• Established interactive operational tools (worldwide shipping, equipment issues, equipment service requirements, equipment training records) integrating multiple software platforms to enhance automation in processes.
• 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.
• Quality assurance program development, focused on Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

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