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Nutley, Nj

HOFFMAN – LA ROCHE, Nutely, New JerseySenior Scientist, 2000 to 2010Spearheaded clinical QC program to ensure consistent product quality, establishing quality processes and standards across development, testing, validation, audit, and issue resolution. Managed quality-focused data collection in alignment with regulatory compliance requirements, including defect log and data entry in Trackwise; collaborated extensively with FDA and third-party consultants on audits, finding analysis, and… Show more HOFFMAN – LA ROCHE, Nutely, New JerseySenior Scientist, 2000 to 2010Spearheaded clinical QC program to ensure consistent product quality, establishing quality processes and standards across development, testing, validation, audit, and issue resolution. Managed quality-focused data collection in alignment with regulatory compliance requirements, including defect log and data entry in Trackwise; collaborated extensively with FDA and third-party consultants on audits, finding analysis, and corrective action planning. Delivered a 25% reduction in product failure rate through intensive root cause analysis and process improvement; introduced an error protection program. Participated in international, cross-functional teams to investigate quality deviations, implement new QC methodologies, affect technology transfers, and ensure regulatory compliance. Played instrumental role in operational excellence initiative which achieved a dramatic reduction in cost per unit, from 17 to 7 cents per tablet. Set up laboratory operations for HPLC mobile phase; slashed analysis times by 50% and increased expiry date from 7 to 30 days. Recognized with multiple awards for exceptional performance, including completing 4th quarter revenue push, effectively handling FDA inspection, performing annual inspection with quality management leadership team, and dedicated commitment to volunteer work. Show less

Union, Nj

SCHERING – PLOUGH, Union, New JerseyQuality Control (QC) Chemist, 1998 to 2000Managed QC analysis and testing for the entire product life cycle spanning raw materials, drug substances, products, and product packaging prior to market release. Designed analytical testing processes / validation assays and led technology transfer; prepared technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOP), investigation reports, and DFTs.  Collaborated on internal quality audits /… Show more SCHERING – PLOUGH, Union, New JerseyQuality Control (QC) Chemist, 1998 to 2000Managed QC analysis and testing for the entire product life cycle spanning raw materials, drug substances, products, and product packaging prior to market release. Designed analytical testing processes / validation assays and led technology transfer; prepared technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOP), investigation reports, and DFTs.  Collaborated on internal quality audits / investigations and development of comprehensive corrective action plans in response to issues.  Maintained and troubleshot an array of lab equipment and technology supporting GC, GC-MS, UV/VIS, IR, HPLC, and AA analysis; led technology / instrument / equipment upgrade and replacement efforts. Show less

Fairlawn, Nj

FISHER SCIENTIFIC, Fair Lawn, New JerseyRaw Material Chemist, 1995 to 1998Developed analytical testing methods for raw and finished product materials, managing incoming material and testing workflows; collaborated extensively with scientific, analytical, QA, compliance, regulatory affairs, product manufacturing, and marketing teams. Performed manual / automated titration testing and analyzed material via HPLC, GC, TLC, UV/VIS, IR, and AA; created internal reagents for tests… Show more FISHER SCIENTIFIC, Fair Lawn, New JerseyRaw Material Chemist, 1995 to 1998Developed analytical testing methods for raw and finished product materials, managing incoming material and testing workflows; collaborated extensively with scientific, analytical, QA, compliance, regulatory affairs, product manufacturing, and marketing teams. Performed manual / automated titration testing and analyzed material via HPLC, GC, TLC, UV/VIS, IR, and AA; created internal reagents for tests, including arsenic, ferric, color metal, atomic absorbance, mercury, and water testing. Calibrated, operated, and maintained lab technology such as Varian Spectrophotometer. Show less

Ms, Chemistry

Bs, Chemistry