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Changing roles at UCSF from SRA I to Research Specialist II allowed me to become further involved in the projects within the Kane Lab which allowed me to further develop my molecular biology skills. Techniques used include PCR, genome sequencing, column chromatography, gel electrophoresis, preparation of biological samples, (blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid, ovarian follicular fluid and carotid artery samples), DNA extraction and HDL ultracentrifugation. Responsible for Filemaker database management in addition to the storing and sorting of data for projects and statistics for papers via MS Excel. Lead a project titled, "Biomarker Discovery for Prediction of Pending MI", in which my findings are being used to propel research exploring the utility of these biomarkers for prediction of cardiovascular events such as MIs and stroke. Involved in a variety of novel projects within the lab including separation of a biomolecule for a viral-interaction assay, analysis of CSF for particular biomolecules, and multiple genome sequencing projects for various papers and studies. Working on these projects and mastering these molecular biology techniques also gave me the opportunity to teach students and new personnel that joined the laboratory

Worked through to study close-out as the sole clinical trial coordinator for our site on five successful industry sponsored clinical trials. Four of these studies involved antisense oligonucleotide therapy for patients with Familial chylomicronemia syndrome (FCS), Partial Lipodystrophy and Hypertriglyceridemia. The other study involved patients with Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency. One final study that is still ongoing in the laboratory involves the discovery of gene mutations and polymorphisms that contribute to the risk of cardiovascular and metabolic disease and macular degeneration. Involved with patient recruitment, designing of source documentation, maintaining valuable relationships between our site, the Clinical Research Offices and the Sponsors, as well as advising the Principal Investigator (PI) on decisions such as trial acquisition, advertising and patient interactions.Coordinated, organized and maintained all study documentation including source documentation, case report forms, study and regulatory binders and patient binders. Use of our lab database, (~35,000 patients), and UCSF’s electronic medical records to search and pre-screen potential patients. Contacted and screened these patients weekly in my PI’s clinic to confirm eligibility for the studies and obtained informed consent. Oversaw adherence to study protocol, including clinical patient evaluations and follow up, treatment administration, radiology testing, and sample collection, processing, and shipment. Extensive knowledge and utilization of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Safe Shipping. Prepared and processed all documentation through the Institutional Review Board (IRB), including protocol submissions, continuing reviews, amendments, adverse event reporting and study close-out. Effectively met deadlines and consistently exceeded expectation for timely data collection and submission.

Research Associate in the Cardiovascular Research Institute (CVRI) at the University of California San Francisco. The CVRI performs cutting edge research illuminating cardiovascular and pulmonary biology and disease and fosters a multidisciplinary approach to research problems, providing an important bridge between UCSF’s outstanding clinical and basic science departments. Hired as a SRA I, I was involved in three highly important projects, the main project involving both discovery and development of biomarkers, which are be expected to lead to new clinical tests to identify patients at risk for impending heart attacks and stroke, with public health benefits for prevention and cost reductions in health care. Techniques used included PCR, column chromatography, genomic sequencing, gel electrophoresis, and preparation of biological samples for mass spectrometry. I was also responsible for processing blood samples which included isolating DNA and also with Excel and Filemaker database management.

Worked directly for Kate Gunning, CEO for BioVisability, on multiple projects throughout my time in San Francisco. Responsible for collecting, analyzing and presenting data in a variety of formats, including reports, presentations, and research manuscripts. This involved extensive research in areas such as the Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices and Diagnostic Industries.

My role demanded a high level of concentration working in a controlled, stringent clean room environment building specialist products manufactured by a leading innovator of medical solutions. Required to work well as part of a team in order to achieve line core metrics, maintain compliance and enhance quality, and also work independently ensuring all records, report data etc. are maintained accurately.

Uniphar is a leading pharmaceutical wholesale distributor that uses a modern, streamlined computerized order processing system focused on customer service for large scale orders from pharmacies around the country. The expectation was to provide highly efficient, timely order processing, and effective customer service response to the pharmacies. Based in Sligo, I was responsible for organizing the warehouse, checking the condition of the medications, including temperature control compliance, and overseeing the adequate packaging of the medications prior to shipment. The order processing system was regularly updated, which required recurrent learning of the new systems and processes.