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California, United States

Hercules, Ca, Us

• Leveraging molecular biology techniques, directly involved with bringing a 6-color oncology assay project from proof of concept and feasibility phases through to development utilizing droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) - launch Q1 2024• Contributed to 2 additional oncology/biopharma in their feasibility phases involving assay optimization in 6 colors and antibody screening• Designs, plans, and executes new assay experiments• Identifies and solves problems in experimental designs• Writes technical summaries, product transfer documents, and protocols for internal use• Participates in multidisciplinary efforts with other departments such as marketing and product management to incorporate the use of new reagents, consumables, and software into existing and experimental instrument/device platforms• Trains others in various lab protocols and workflows

Hercules, Ca, Us

• Using molecular biology techniques, contributed to 3 oncology/biopharma projects in various new product development (NPD) phases to meet marketing requirements and deadlines using state-of-the-art 2-color, 4-color, and 6-color ddPCR technology in a multi-disciplinary department that included research and development scientists, hardware and software engineers• Developed and validated QC Biopharma kits for specific molecular targets in Cell and Gene therapy and Oncology kits for the liquid biopsy market ensuring that new products met requirements• Designed and validated plasmid controls for an oncology project• Planned and executed assay optimization studies, analyzed data, and investigated and solved problems with troubleshooting and root-cause analysis• Wrote documents and reports on studies, communicated results to the assay development group, developed performance testing methods and acceptance criteria, and participated in other development activities necessary for the launch of new products• Organized purchase documentation and material tracking information• Performed DNA extractions with plasma and FFPE tissue• Utilized instruments such as Bioanalyzer, Qubit, Nanodrop, Maxwell RSC, sonicator

Austin, Texas, Us

• Performed routine Quality Control tests on new incoming shipments of raw materials and small-scale manufacturing procedures following the standard methods and procedures under minimal or no supervision• Formulated, dispensed, and qualified molecular diagnostic reagents• Performed DNA Extraction, qPCR with Taqman probes, PCR, gel electrophoresis, and bacterial cell cultures• Used automation equipment and other instruments such as Hamilton, QIAsymphony, Bioanalyzer, Cell Countess, pH meter, and Nanodrop• Collected and reviewed data obtained for compliance to specifications• Reported and investigated abnormalities/discrepancies (Non-Conformance/Deviation Reports)• Participated in the preparation of investigations, summaries, and reports. • Maintained and improved QC documentation pertaining to raw material specification, reagent qualification, and QC testing• Maintained updated understanding and knowledge of the methods employed in the laboratory via Document Control process• Followed GLP/GMP compliance• Worked with PHI on a regular basis in paper and electronic form• Participated in Continuous Improvement projects (Lean Six Sigma)• Led Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt for reducing new employee training time by 30%• Collaborated intra- and inter-departmentally to provide support and solutions for workflow and to ensure timelines were met

La Jolla, Ca, Us

• Performed research experiments involving the molecular and physiological analysis of reproductive endocrinology in rodent models. • Performed DNA/RNA extraction, qPCR, PCR, gel electrophoresis, formulated reagents, immunohistochemistry (IHC), in situ hybridization, primer design, bacterial cell culture, and cloning• Managed a research mouse colony, including maintaining compliance with ACP and IACUC policies• Analyzed, bred, handled, sampled, and euthanized mice• Conducted surgical procedures on mice using aseptic technique• Directly involved in training undergraduate researchers, orienting new lab members on lab policies, ensuring laboratory safety and records were up to date, maintaining laboratory inventory and ordering supplies, performing general lab maintenance, managing chemical, biohazard, and radioactivity waste, and assisting with routine EH&S audits• Executed mouse studies and microscopy analysis under minimal or no technical supervision• Independently performed biochemistry, molecular biological, and histology techniques such as brain and gonadal tissue collection, tissue cutting via a cryostat, and preparation of tissue samples for microscopy analysis• Assisted other lab personnel in the running of histological assays such as in situ hybridization and immunocytochemistry and formulated reagents• Contributing author on 5 publications from work performed in this lab

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

Chosen from a competitive pool of applicants, I was a part of the summer 2014 HCOP cohort that took classes from Stanford faculty and medical students, created a literature review poster that was presented at the end of the program, and shadowed doctors at Kaiser Permanente and free clinics. The classes included Anatomy, Molecular and Cell Biology, Critical Reading and Research, Leadership, and Medical School Admissions.

Dublin, Ca, Us

Tutored students taking anatomy, biology, and chemistry courses. Provided quizzes, explained concepts, helped improve study skills, assisted with class assignments, and adapted to different student needs.

Tutored students taking molecular and cell biology. Led biology workshops and created a curriculum to improve understanding of concepts. Fostered collaborative learning, created practice exams and study materials.

Bethesda, Md, Us

Performed research under the mentorship of a Ph.D. candidate at UCB, learned new laboratory techniques, handled transgenic organisms, used confocal microscopes, attended lab meetings, participated in weekly research ethics workshops, produced data, and created a poster of the work performed to present it at a Colloquium.

Bachelor’S Degree, Biochemistry And Cell Biology

Global Seminars - Amman, Jordan

Associate Of Arts (Aa) & Associate Of Science (As), Biology & Chemistry

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