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• Taught in multiple clinical teaching laboratory sections including immunology, microbiology and molecular diagnostics.• Designed and optimized molecular research assays for diagnosis of inherited and infectious diseases.• Managed inventory for the laboratory.• Installed and validated high-complexity instrumentation, including: QuantStudio Real-time PCR, 3500 Genetic Analyzer, Illumina Next Generation Sequencers• Developed and validated protocols for optimizing workflows using Eppendorf automated liquid handlers.• Designed trainings to instruct students on use of new instrumentation and laboratory protocols.• Collaborated with various departments to manage student research projects.• Graduate level courses taught: Graduate Research 1 and 2, Research Design and Statistical Analysis.

• Provided consultation on selection and implementation of new laboratory procedures and instrumentation.• Translated biochemical results for bacterial identification and susceptibility testing.• Maintained Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) to meet COLA accreditation requirements.• Completed documentation for COLA site visits to ensure continued accreditation.

Interpreted agar plates to determine organism ID. Completed Bacterial ID and Susceptibility Testing. Required to maintain proper QC documentation and a sterile work environment.

Trained in various location of the Molecular Genetics Lab including:Sample Preparation/accessioning, DNA extraction procedures, Sequencing, Pre/Post PCR procedures, Fragment Analysis, Multiplex Ligation-Dependent Probe Amplification, AMPure, Cleanseq