An executive manager, senior scientist, leader, researcher and product improvement specialist. I'm intellectually curious, highly-motivated and committed to finding solutions for safer and healthier consumer products and lifestyle options. My desire is to grow professionally as part of a management team and engage in the planning and development of product improvements and line extensions; drug research and innovative testing solutions; drug outreach and solutions to widespread drug abuse problems.With extensive knowledge of toxicology; pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles; biology; chemistry and forensics, I offer over 20 years of professional experience in drug-related science in both the private and public sectors. I have served as an analyst at National Medical Services Labs; the Chief Forensic Toxicologist/Lab Manager II at the State of Delaware Office of Medical Examiner-Coroner; Senior Scientist at Psychemedics Corporation; and currently the Chief of the Forensic Science Laboratories Division at the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner. I have also served as a private Forensic Toxicology Consultant and expert for detailed opinion reports and testimony. I have been a member of several different organizations such as the Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT) and have numerous publications and presentations under my belt. I lead research and development, QA/QC testing, statistical support, data management, clinical/scientific grant writing, strategic sourcing and supply chain operations projects. I serve as a team leader, subject matter expert and advisor with consulting experience, business acumen, scientific judgment, articulate communication and critical thinking skills. I am actively engaged, energetic, a collaborative team member for designing new concepts, sharing insights, developing vision, solving challenges, implementing action plans and driving best business outcomes.
Consulting Toxicologist, Product Safety & Case Review
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Expert Forensic Toxicology ConsultantConsulting Toxicologist, Product Safety & Case ReviewMiami, Fl, Us
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Chief, Forensic Sciences LaboratoriesCounty Of Los Angeles Department Of Medical Examiner Apr 2017 - PresentLos Angeles, CaManage and direct the Toxicology, Histology, Gun Shot Residue, toolmark analysis, evidence and DNA sections of the Department. Update and refine current laboratory methods and procedures to streamline productivity and quality of work within laboratories.Provide expert opinion and testimony for forensic postmortem cases.Assist with method development and validation to improve laboratory testing procedures and productivity. Plan weekly, monthly and annual goals that will increase the efficiency of laboratory analysis and results.
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Chief, Forensic Sciences Laboratories DivisionLos Angeles County Department Of Medical Examiner Apr 2017 - PresentLos Angeles, California, United States
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Expert Forensic Toxicology ConsultantConsulting Toxicologist, Product Safety & Case Review 2007 - PresentManhattan Beach, CaAn Expert Forensic Toxicology Consultant, I provide toxicological evaluation, reporting and consulting services to legal firms and government agencies supported by research, testing and extensive knowledge in biology, chemistry and forensics combined with the application of disciplines to a broad range of circumstances. Written detailed reports and assessment on potential or alleged toxic exposures and chemical causation issues are prepared and delivered with conclusion and expert opinion from impartial research, testing and forensic analysis following Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) quality assurance standards and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) science and research guidelines.
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Senior ScientistPsychemedics Corporation 2010 - 2013Culver City, CaIn this role, I served as a certifying scientist for data collection, laboratory, screening and confirmation departments. As part of the leadership team, I facilitated scientific-based training programs and led projects on discovery, research and development, validation projects, new testing methods, procedures, processes, extraction, confirmation, and documentation of detection of drugs from patented hair analysis.Leading and executing a large-scale FDA project, I was charged with overseeing the provisional application submission process and final review leading to the approval of US patent for innovative drug detectionng technique in hair analysis.As an expert witness, I provided drug test interpretation and court testimony for a diverse client base representing a cross-section of industries: food products, health care services, manufacturing and law enforcement. A collaborator and trusted advisor, I worked closely with the scientific team on new research projects, and identified trends and risk factors among demographic and substance-using groups through multivariable logistic regression analysis. Driving best practices in quality assurance and vendor management, I enforced a consistent set of QA/QC standards and cost controls, ensured timely, accurate process, execution, development and innovation of QA/QC methods, and provided recommendations on opportunities for strategic improvement. -
Chief Forensic Toxicologist/Lab Manager IiOffice Of The Chief Medical Examiner-Forensic Sciences Laboratory 2005 - 2007Wilmington, DeAs the Chief Forensic Toxicologist, I provided research and testing, quality improvement and operations leadership for three State laboratories. I strategically and proactively directed 2 laboratory technicians and supervised daily activities of Toxicology, Arson and Controlled Substance laboratory units. Ensuring the highest standard of safety and quality, I led evaluating testing and analyses, procedures, quality assurance, methods, protocols and processes ensuring timelines and compliance of forensic sciences analysis projects. Overseeing administrative compliance regulations of laboratory services, I wrote, prepared and provided reports to state and federal agencies for each laboratory including all State testimony required from analytical results for prosecuting Attorney General cases.Performing qualitative and quantitative analysis of biological and non-biological specimens, I compiled data and reported interpretation and progress of test results. As a result of securing funding and negotiating cost reducing equipment upgrades, I was instrumental in improving lab operations and productivity by streamlining testing creating a more accurate, cost effective and time saving process. In support of change management initiatives, I served as HR/Employee Relations Director, elevating staff performance and morale by aligning people with business strategies and addressing human factors affecting their ability to achieve objectives and shared goals. Ensuring a conscience, productive work environment, I built positive relationships with employees and led staff meetings on compliance, safety protocols, policies, procedures, best practice and delivering customer service excellence.Managing production, quality control and supply chain activities, I led strategic sourcing and plans specifying scope, costs, schedules, milestones and risks of projects.
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Analyst Ii, Gc Screening & Gc/MsNational Medical Services 2004 - 2005Willow Grove, PaSupporting the Laboratory Director, I led challenging GC-MS projects, conducted analyses of products, components and processes to support product and process development, provided expert review of cases, synthesizing results in written reports, and participated in Toxicology and Forensic roundtable discussions. Ensuring compliance and quality control standards were met, I developed process methods using qualitative and quantitative analytical skills for screening drugs and potentially toxic compounds and specimens.Providing client support and administrative services. I responded to questions regarding case reviews and samples prior to finalizing reports, reviewed SOP’s, documented and reviewed QC data, trained with employees in areas of validating reagents, controls and calibrators, research and analytical efforts, and built computational models/methods, and drafting reports.
Ruby Javed, Ph.D. Education Details
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Virginia Commonweath University School Of MedicinePharmacology And Toxicology -
Basic Health Science In Physiology Medical CertificationPhysiology
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Major In Sociology; Minor Biology
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Ruby Javed, Ph.D.'s current role is Expert Forensic Toxicology Consultant.
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Ruby Javed, Ph.D. attended Virginia Commonweath University School Of Medicine, Basic Health Science In Physiology Medical Certification, University Of Virginia.
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