Madison Havel Email & Phone Number

Champaign, Illinois, United States

Greater St. Louis Area

• Inspected and tested components of ELISA, multiplex, and radioimmunoassay kits to ensure all quality specifications were met before products shipped to customers
• Maintained detailed records in compliance with ISO 9001 standards
• Collaborated on a safety committee to create cross site programs to promote safer work environments

Greater St. Louis Area

• Produced double and single-stranded RNA and DNA in a dynamic high-throughput laboratory environment
• Created large scale batches of RNA through fermentation and purified the RNA for field trials
• Analyzed results with attention to detail and identified protocol improvements to increase efficiency and reliability of processes and products to fit client needs
• Developed a novel nucleic acid labeling processes to support project teams and assisted in the development of novel single-stranded DNA production methods
• Recorded detailed experimental records in a laboratory information management system (LIMS) and an electronic laboratory notebook (ELN)

• Interpreted physician orders, ordered appropriate testing, and reported various test results
• Responded to incoming phone inquiries concerning clinical lab tests and results
• Processed specimens received by the lab ensuring efficient handling and distribution
• Executed a variety of routine procedures on blood and other specimens

• Oversaw six laboratory staff as well as advised another corresponding lab of twelve
• Created schedules, organized a weekly meeting, and communicated between undergraduate employees and university supervisors
• Interviewed, hired, and trained all new employees

• Prepared all materials used in laboratory including solutions, buffers, gels, DNA, and protein samples
• Served as technical advisor to the Teaching Assistants and students
• Performed general laboratory maintenance, cleaning, and disposal of student lab waste according to Division of Research Safety and MSDS policies and best practices
• Performed administrative roles including proctoring exams