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Seattle, Wa, Us

Seattle, Wa, Us

Seattle, Washington, Us

Established and directed a robust research program ensuring the delivery of validated, quality-controlled data for client and IR&D project endpoints.-Developed and optimized 14 cell-based assay protocols, including the drafting of SOPs and technical documents.-Coached team members in assay procedures, ensuring adherence to quality standards to improve protocol consistency.-Monitored team progress, work quality and resource utilization, successfully keeping research projects within scope, on schedule, and under budget.-Implemented CAPA protocols and risk mitigation strategies to foster improvement in team efficiency and reduction in assay-related deviations.-Presented improvement proposals and business cases to senior leadership to strategically enhance team capabilities internally or through CROs.-Drafted finance reports and analyzed costs of goods and services to aid in the establishment of a program budget.-Fostered cross-functional collaboration with engineers and programmers to optimize assay and data analysis workflows, resulting in substantial reductions in assay hands-on duration and data processing time.-Coached internal and CRO teams, ensuring adherence to protocols and output benchmarks to sustain quality standards.-Represented study interests, discussed and presented project work to academic and industrial stakeholders.New Techniques: Jess Western Blot, IHC, Guava Muse Cell Analysis, Mantis LiquidHandler, ImageJ, Cell Profiler

Seattle, Washington, Us

Spearheaded a diverse array of research projects in disease modeling and drug response as a proficient project manager.-Orchestrated project trajectories and presented results, integrating emerging technologies and engaging stakeholders.-Delivered bi-weekly stakeholder presentations to unveil research discoveries and delineate actionable strategies.-Innovated and optimized a range of assays to meet unmet research needs, establishing SOPs and analytical pipelines.-Conducted thorough training sessions for team members, ensuring protocols adherence and fostering team proficiency.-Fostered close collaboration with supervisors and clients to refine experimental frameworks and designs.-Managed data and organizational process assets (OPA) using JIRA, Sharepoint and Microsoft Project among others.

South San Francisco, California, Us

Co-established a new pharmaceutical research team focused on disease modeling, drug-response and pharmaceutical screening.-Developed foundational cell lines, differentiation procedures and analytical assay strategies.-Authored SOPs and technical documents used to support research projects and coach new staff.-Facilitated the adaptation of existing research facilities to accommodate the evolving requirements of a new team.-Collaborated with machine learning and functional genomics teams to streamline screening processes.-Curated and presented comprehensive data analyses to both scientific peers and project stakeholders.

Stanford, Ca, Us

Designed, interrogated and contributed to a variety of research questions focused on cardiovascular disease and cancer, aiding in the publication of two research articles, two protocols and two reviews, one as a peer-reviewed first author.-Led a project team to meet scientific production project endpoints as part of a large milestone-driven consortium grant.-Utilized previously untapped laboratory resources to make significant contributions to ongoing eQTL GWAS studies.-Designed and executed projects focused on 2D and 3D in vitro disease modeling, molecular genetics and epigenetics.-Coached new staff and postdocs on fundamental lab assays and basic research procedures.-Participated in tours and seminars for philanthropists and institute donors.

Stanford, Ca, Us

Collaborated with senior postdocs on research projects focused on cardiovascular disease, tissue engineering and epigenetics.-Supported multiple federally- funded research endeavors, performing experiments, generating and interpreting data.-Led the design and execution of independent experiments, showcasing proactive problem-solving skills.-Executed industry collaborations, generating in vitro model systems for preclinical pharmaceutical interrogation.-Presented study data to internal academic and external industry stakeholders and donors.

Stanford, Ca, Us

Awarded CIRM funding to conduct one year of research resulting in a Master's thesis, “The Molecular and Genetic Basis of Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity”.-Independently designed and performed experiments to address a target research question.-Partnered with external chemists and coders to aid in the introduction of new analytical capabilities into the lab.-Gathered and analyzed data from a variety of analytical assays, interpreting results and presenting data.-Collaborated with a diverse field of scientists to discover alternative approaches to existing research questions.

Trained and led a small team of researchers to analyze and optimize final API formulations for pharmaceutical clients. -Directed an analytical team through multiple projects, adhering to outlined milestones and objectives set by leadership.-Enhanced operational efficiency by optimizing newly acquired equipment, providing mentorship to new team members.-Streamlined project workflows by implementing project management tools and methodologies.-Acted as a liaison between research teams and upper management, facilitating clear communication and alignment.

- Assemble protein formulation study designs, perform laboratory experiments, organize data, and analyze results.- Set up and perform various types of HPLC, as well as other assays, to characterize protein and peptide molecules.- Analyze, record, and report results and conclusions for laboratory experiments, while summarizing and interpreting data.- Design protocols and procedures with supervisor.- Participate and contribute at group and project meetings.- Attend and present at internal and consumer conferences.

-Preparation of sequencing template, including: preparation, amplification, transfection and PCR purification-Knowledgeable of sequence data extraction and analysis procedures-Proficient in analysis of various types of sequencing data-Apply techniques associated with genomic DNA extraction and handling

Camarillo, Ca, Us

Duties:• Administrative support to the financial aid staff and coordinating the work of financial aid peer advisors.• Screening financial aid incoming documents for accuracy and completion. • Providing students with information regarding financial aid programs available to CI students, staff, faculty, and community. • Assists in processing various financial aid forms. • Assisting with program inquiries in person, mail, on-line and on the phone as well as assisting in staffing of special events and workshops, etc. • Responsible for assisting in the front counter workload distribution and training of new student hires. Requirements:• Excellent customer service skills along with strong verbal and written skills. • Maintain high standards of confidentiality and sensitivity to privacy.• Experience with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and PeopleSoft.• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and multitask in a fast paced environment. • Work with diverse student populations, as well as faculty and staff. • Analytical and critical thinking• Responsible for collaborating with peer advisor supervisor to coordinate work for financial aid peer advisors• Must be current CI students and have a minimum cumulative 2.50 grade point average and be enrolled in at least six units as an undergraduate student.

Camarillo, Ca, Us

Experience in:-Offering customer service, both on the phone and over the counter-Creating and updating Business Process Guides-Leading and training for small projects-Daily use of PeopleSoft, Hershey and Excel.

-Pool Upkeep-Pump Technical Maintenance-Customer Service-Product Recommendations Based on Symptom Diagnosis

Master Of Science - Ms, Biotechnology, Stem Cell Technologies And Laboratory Management Emphasis

Bachelor Of Science: Biology, Molecular Biology