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Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

• Executes and analyzes data from ELISAs and PicoGreen assays to assess physical titer, residual host cell proteins, and dsDNA in support of lentiviral vector (LVV) production, applying strong analytical skills to ensure.
• Cultures and maintains mammalian cell lines in a BS-II laboratory, employing aseptic technique and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) protocols to ensure cell health and experiment reliability.
• Troubleshoots and supports the transfer of assays to GxP environments, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, and actively assists in onboarding new analytical methods to meet client.
• Authors and reviews Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), protocols, and reports related to method transfer activities, ensuring that all documentation follows Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing.
• Maintains detailed and accurate lab notebooks, supporting robust documentation practices for traceability and reproducibility, while leading 5S initiatives to optimize laboratory organization and resource utilization.
• Designs and implements streamlined data analysis tools using VBA in Excel, enhancing the efficiency of routine sample testing for the Process Development team and facilitating issue resolution and method optimization.

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of various scientific concepts and exhibits, skillfully answering questions, and encouraging exploration.
• Designed and prepared protocols for simple experiments related to STEM, enabling visitors to experience the scientific method firsthand.
• Successfully managed conflicts between staff and guests by effectively communicating in high-stress situations, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and reduced complaints.
• Mastered the husbandry of a diverse range of animals, including box turtles, tarantulas, geckos, insects, and fish, ensuring their health and well-being.
• Conducted experiments with visitors on a variety of topics, such as DNA extraction, chemical chromatography, pH indicators, seed germination, and bacterial culturing, among others, facilitating a fun and engaging.

Towson, Maryland, United States

• Spearheaded a research project focused on identifying and characterizing a new species of entomopathogenic fungus, applying comprehensive mycological, entomological, and research design principles to investigate its.
• Developed a novel culturing protocol for fungi and refined existing methods to optimize growth conditions, leveraging advanced tissue and cell culture techniques to maintain contamination-free environments.
• Conducted DNA sequencing, sample collection, extraction, and data documentation, using bioinformatics databases to perform sequence alignments and identify homologous sequences.
• Applied strong problem-solving abilities in both laboratory and field research, ensuring the successful execution of experiments while managing and troubleshooting issues related to fungal and insect cell culturing.

Towson, Maryland, United States

• Drafted informed consent documentation and coordinated participant recruitment, screening, and study-specific testing while ensuring adherence to research protocols.
• Organized and analyzed large datasets using Microsoft Excel and SPSS, performing statistical data analysis to identify trends and patterns, and creating informative data visualizations to clearly communicate results.
• Collaborated strategically with senior research team members to publish study results in the International Journal of Exercise Science, showcasing teamwork and alignment on research objectives.
• Presented research findings at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference for the American College of Sports Medicine, November 2019, demonstrating strong presentation skills and advancing the field.