Served as laboratory and managerial coordinator for a small bio-scientific company specializing in T cell research towards vaccines and immunotherapy programs for diseases including herpes simplex virus-2 (HSV-2), pneumococcus, chlamydia, HSV-2 prophylaxis, malaria and cancer. Responsibilities included: • Began training in spleen processing and neutralization assays as part of a cross-training program• Directed room conversion projects within the lab• Streamlined the existing internship program, working closely with the HR department and created an associated handbook for mentors• Coordinate yearly First Aid/CPR training for employees• Managed vendors and technicians regarding laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration• Assist and train users in Irradiator equipment handling• Assisted in managing and scheduling required equipment calibrations• Coordinated quarterly ergonomic assessments for new hires• Directed the Pager Duty program (backup Fridge and Freezer protection for off-hours) by organizing the schedules for the paid volunteers and providing their payments in the form of gift cards• Organized the monthly cleanup of laboratory bays and rooms by working with department leads to assign and update users and equipment as needed • Ensured the availability of laboratory supplies and equipment essential to normal laboratory operations, including gases, chemicals, lab coats, and other consumables• Updated and streamlined a comprehensive pipette database• Reviewed and approved equipment maintenance-related SOPs• Created and reviewed requisitions for facilities and operations-related orders• Participated in Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Program within the company

Served as laboratory and managerial assistant for a small bio-scientific company specializing in T cell research towards vaccines and immunotherapy programs for diseases including herpes simplex virus-2 (HSV-2), pneumococcus, chlamydia, HSV-2 prophylaxis, malaria and cancer. Responsibilities included: • Directed a company-wide stockroom and inventory reorganization that included using Microsoft’s Visio • Aliquotted group-use media (FBS, Penn-Strep, L-Glutamine)• Supported shipping of lab equipment for calibration, as well as other items, such as old phones (Packing, creating lists/logs, etc)• Spearheaded a freezer inventory project that helped the company keep updated records of inventory by freezer, as well as by department• Radiation Safety Training, Walk-through training, Bio-Safety Cabinet training, DOT Awareness Training for Life Sciences, RCRA Training for Life Sciences, VSQGs and SQGs• Controlled laboratory and cafeteria stock (ordering, inventory, etc.) through the NetSuite ordering software program. • Responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness and availability of laboratory glassware, including the use of the washer and the autoclave• Upkeep of recycling bins in the lab, taking them to the loading dock for pickup• Learned various smaller tasks to help in different departments as need (Ex: verified incoming samples from clinics by comparing the sent items against their data calendars, as well as labeling samples (using labels created through the FreezerWorks software program; assisted Molecular Biology department by running daily Mini/Midi preps using Qiagen kits).

Through a substitute staffing company, I served as the sole Biology teacher for an entire school year for the East Campus building at Perth Amboy High School. Responsibilities included: Courses in Biology, Forensic Science; Planning and implementing an appropriate course of study for the students assigned, specifically for Biology was the use of the Progressive Science Initiative (PSI) program as per NJCTL requirements; Applied and graded all curriculum tests, state tests, quizzes and labs according to state and district requirements; Created new alternative teaching methods to differentiate learning, as applied to a Performing Arts school; Implemented an after school tutoring group for Bilingual students struggling with coursework

Planning and implementing an appropriate course of study for the student(s) assigned; Courses included: Math Whiz Kids (grades 1-3), Icky, Yucky Science (grades 1-3) and Young Entrepreneurs (4-6)

As a core member of the surgical preparation team, my responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Created an unofficial Veterinary Technician Training Handbook as part of an off-hours project to improve new hire processing for surgical staff; Worked closely with Volunteer Coordinator to create a Volunteer Protocol; Maintain and update medical records for each of the patients at the high volume, fast pace of surgery; Preparation and administration of sedatives (venipuncture) and other vaccines to be administered pre-surgery; Intubation, application of vaccines, patient preparation in surgery suite (shaving, scrubbing, adjustment of anesthesia equipment, etc.); Monitor and assess patients during recovery (temperature, bpm, pulse oximeter, among others); Maintain sterility of surgery suites and recovery room, as well as general housekeeping of kennels and clinic; Communicate with clients accordingly, from general wellness education to communicate any issues that arise from the veterinary exam or post-operation; Ability to handle and restrain animals for veterinary exam and sedation, as well as lift approximately 50-55 lbs

Taught varied stages (Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced) of English as a Second Language, using the institute’s books, audiovisuals and software; Formed a Pre-Beginner series of classes for older students who had little or no prior formal education, in English or otherwise; Created lesson plans using the series’ material, as well as previous ideas from questions or problems, as well as successes, that students had shown in other classes; Researched extra material accordingly for students who struggled with a topic

Assigned classwork as per the teacher’s instructions in Sub-Lesson Plan; Managed student’s behavior using disciplinary actions; Assisted students with work assigned, clarified doubts and communicated importance of material using real-world examples; Created a point-by-point report for the teacher that included completed work from the students and any behavioral issues

Consulting service, providing consultants for pharmaceutical companies such as Wyeth, Novartis, Schering-Plough, etc. Administrative duties as assigned; Created a new system in which all appointments, staff meetings, deliveries, etc., were input by a colored code using the calendar feature for Microsoft Outlook, resulting in improved company efficiency; Coordinated communication between outside clients, vendors and partners with entire staff

Durable Medical Equipment Provider. Administrative tasks as assigned. Assisted the Senior Administrative position by communicating with new patients, providers and insurance companies