Dynamic and accomplished Senior Forensic Specialist with over 18 years of specialized experience in overseeing receipt, forensic analysis, forensic research and return of physical evidence associated with criminal investigations.Serves as Armed Forces Medical Examiners subject matter expert on DNA, molecular biology, virology, biochemistry, genetics, DNA forensic applications, emerging technologies & research initiatives, and laboratory design & management. Comprehensive scientific knowledge of contamination causes and solutions based on 24 years of laboratory processing experience.Excellent leadership abilities, successfully built cross-functional teams of up to 137 technical and management personnel, establishing goals and priorities and assigning work to subordinate supervisors. Able to assess human capital needs, critical mission requirements and provide example-based leadership to maximize team capabilities in achieving organizational goals.Strong interpersonal skills; able to foster and maintain positive professional relationships with individuals at all organizational levels. Principle liaison between other DoD, federal and international agencies with regards to DNA forensic and human remains identifications.Developed and Directed first ever Global Forensic Professional Service Team to develop, execute and deliver full manual and automated forensic DNA laboratory testing solutions and designed custom DNA forensic laboratories and workflows both in U.S. and internationally. Oversaw all work procurement, budgeting, strategic planning, human resource management, training, customer relations, procurement and administrative functions of services unit.Well organized, able to direct multiple operational procedures and schedules and manage multi-million dollar purchasing budget for timely uninterrupted accomplishment of complex DNA casework. Documented ability to assess laboratory processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement long-term solutions.