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San Jose, Ca, Us

Novato, California, United States

Involved in the downstream protein purification and production of Aldurazyme, a rare disease enzyme replacement therapy for MPS I. Operated advanced chromatography instruments/prepared buffer recipes following GMP practices within cleanrooms. Accelerated workflow through optimization of SOP documents, finalization of batch records and six sigma implementations.

Claremont, California, United States

Prepared 7 formal business memos regarding the implementation of future business requirements. Successfully launched and managed a simulated start-up company marketing 3D printed carbon fiber bicycles.

Claremont, California, United States

Formulated global market/regulatory/target demographic guidance for development of AiDEA’s diagnostic tool for dementia. Delivered key strategies in the app’s development that supported the value proposition through maintaining our patient-centric and value-based ideologies.

Claremont, California, United States

Interviewed 3 process stakeholders to define supply problems within the company’s process. Designed an IPO diagram and current/future state PF diagrams based on collected and calculated performance metrics. Integrated lean six sigma tools to improve the business and save the company an estimated $5,700 annually.

Claremont, California, United States

Characterized chromatography resins using the ÄKTA Pure Protein Purification System for cation exchange chromatography towards process optimization and model validation. Designed a mechanistic model using GoSilicoTM software to define/fit control parameters and strategies. Accelerated process development timelines while meeting ICH guidelines in setting the foundation for a BLA.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Developed 3 training programs based on SOPs for the fractionation and purification of established blood products. Embraced Industry 4.0 through strategic implementation of the Microsoft HoloLens 2 within manufacturing operations. Delivered insights to site managers/director for efficiency and retention improvement regarding employee training. Restructured bi-monthly and annual reporting systems through collaboration with all 7 site departments.

Northern California

Resolved 500 to 700 prescription and insurance related rejection errors/problems daily. Prepared prescriptions while maintaining efficacy of workflow in an intense and fast-paced working environment. Controlled pharmaceutical inventory for each location to save the company time and money.

Claremont, California, United States

Delivered recommendations to expand market penetration of lactate salt distribution into 3 companies/industries through 13 primary interviews and relative secondary market analysis/market segmentation research. Facilitated a 60% market expansion boost to Catapower while maintaining their greater than 95% production yield rate for lactate salts.

Claremont, California, United States

Coordinated 8 software and 8 DMR specialists through the design process of an in-vitro medical diagnostics device dealing with the detection of cytokines from CRS disease, an adverse immune response to CAR-T cell therapy. Collaborated with 16 teams in the sustainable production and marketing of our designed instrument. Centralized stakeholder management efforts on providing effective care for individuals by creating a patient-oriented environment.

Davis, California, United States

Worked with an exceptional team in the preparation and closing procedures for the restaurant each day. Maintained the quality and efficiency of the food prepared in a fast paced working environment. Catered to customer’s various needs, both online and in-store, while adhering to the crucial Covid19 guidelines.

Davis, California, United States

Designed 6 mutated BglB proteins using PyMOL in a computationally guided enzyme design and discovery lab. Conducted lab experiments to test efficacy, thermostability, catalytic proficiency, and specificity of enzymes.

Davis, California

Recorded and analyzed significant experimental data for the neurological itch behavior of mice. Handled a microtome to cut thin slices of mice brain and place them in their respective culture plates.

Syracuse, New York Area

Surveyed and maintained safety of the swim club members while practicing. Acted immediately and appropriately in an emergency to secure safety of the facility. Provided emergency medical care to injured patrons as required until arrival of EMS.

Master Of Business And Science, Pharmaceutical Drug Development And Design | Bioprocessing, 3.561

Activities and Societies: Concentration: Drug Development and Design | Bioprocessing Curriculum: Medical Diagnostics | Intro..

Bachelor'S Degree, Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Activities and Societies: - Lab Experience and Curriculum - Biology | General, Organic, Inorganic, and Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Physics.

High School Diploma, General Education, 12Th Grade

Activities and Societies: Varsity Water Polo Team Varsity Swim Team National Honor Society California Scholarship Federation Club Key Club