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Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada

Build product development plans and conduct benchtop and/or pilot plant experiments as needed for new products, product renovations, and/or new processes.Work closely with our team of experts to develop and test new and existing ingredients, develop and finalize recipes and pass the sensory approval process.Develop an understanding of current and future cannabis industry trends. Apply and share this knowledge in the development and planning process.Proactive to initiate research and development by looking at the competitive landscape through market research and trend analysis.Provide robust and supportable technical insights that may improve the current new categories innovation pipeline and drive the delivery of game-changing technologies.Consult technical resources (literature, technical papers, academia, suppliers) to further product knowledge and apply the learning to execute projects.Work with internal and external partners to bring products to market from concept to stabilized production.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Perform Cytotoxicity testing using Neutral Red Uptake assay as per Health Canada T-502.Preparing and maintaining various mammalian cell lines.Counting Mammalian cells with microplate reader.Conduct sampling and sterility checks for various cell laboratory media, reagents and samples; cell cultures using aseptic techniques, air sampling and environmental sampling.Working knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).Member of company’s 5S methodology initiative to sustain laboratory environment.Report results, compile projects and paperwork at the end of project and submit to the GLP administrative office.Perform sample preparation and extraction of conventional tobacco products such as cigarettes or cigar smokes; as well as reduced risk products such as E-cigarettes, Nicotine gums or lozenges.

Analysis of stability samples/ products using instruments like Humidity chambers, HPLC, UV Spectrophotometer, Dissolution, etc., As per government guidelines and In-house methods.Designing, proposing, implementing, reviewing, and correcting plans to ensure company goals are achieved.Observing production processes, conducting research, and finding ways to increase efficiency and quality.Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS)Ensure all customer requirements for documentation and product sampling plans are completed and dispatched on a timely basis.Adhere to all the QA/QC and company policies and procedures including health and safety.

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Perform Mutagenicity testing using the Ames assay procedure as per Health Canada T-501Counting microbial colonies using light microscope and automatic colony counter.Prepared pH buffers, solutions, and specialized bacterial media plates used for genotyping of S. typhimirium strains in analyses.Perform monthly and annual maintenance and verification of instruments, cleaning, disinfecting and autoclaving media reagents and laboratory glass wares.Adhere to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP’s) and follow the rules of Health and Safety within the laboratory including Biosafety and Biosecurity Policies and Procedures.

Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada

Operated Photo center department within Walmart for staff of more than 5 associates.Lead team to identify and execute merchandising decision based on inventory levels, store layout and customer base to maximize business opportunities per the brand strategy.Helped to set up new project for OSL at different Walmart locations for Photolab and trained new associates for new locations and set up display and communicated with Walmart management team for new department setup.Had a vast experience about KODAK self serve photo kiosks and great knowledge about trouble shooting with kiosks and APEX systems along with EPSON poster printers. As a Team lead also learnt about building bikes and got trained as a Bike Crew and helped my district to go to different locations to build bikes.Ensure service, merchandising and operational standards are met through company defined practices and processes in the key area of the department.Strengthened company's business by leading implementation of sales in the department.Trained new associates in a manner that motivates positively, encourages job responsibility, maximize sales and bottom line profit.Helped other locations to cover Consumer Electronics department of different Walmart locations and supervised Staff of Electronics Department within OSL.

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Engaging Customers for new available internet and home phone promotions and providing them customized solutions.Providing promotions to customers and signing up new customers for new internet connections.Attending daily training (online-offline), and communications with the higher management and consultants. Keeping up with the latest updated promotions.Keep updated knowledge about competing companies' offers. Improve or match competitor's offers.

Ontario, Canada

Responded to Customer’s requests for product information and service.Stocked merchandise on the correct counter in the correct space according to the label or instructions ensuring stability.Prioritized multiple tasks to finish within the time limit and to work in a fast-paced work environment.Assisted many colleagues to strengthen teamwork and ease the duties for everyone.

Trained to work and operate instruments such as HPLC, pH meter, weighing balance, centrifuge, and UV VIS spectrophotometer in accordance with SOP specifications. Worked according to government standards and regulations.Responsible for testing raw materials and finished products in a cGMP facility IS0 9001: 2015 certified company.Demonstrated attention to detail in thorough procedures and accurate manner by recording the results.Enhanced communication skills through interacting with other departments and management.Paid Internship turned into full-time employment after graduation.

Advance Diploma, Biotechnology

Activities and Societies: leadership activities, welcoming new students, sports activities, Chemical engineering Laboratory volunteering..

Bachelor'S Degree, Biotechnology

Honed expertise in Real time PCR techniques, electrophoresis, chromatography, spectrophotometric biochemical estimations, fermentation.