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 Manage a group of 5 scientists and 2 laboratory support technicians in providing technical support for customers and internal departments Support customers with method application developments, design validation studies, data interpretation, and product troubleshooting Serve as a technical spokesperson in support of the product line. Present technical aspects of systems and applications data to customers and scientific audiences. Participate in activities of trade organizations and scientific associations Coordinator of customer technical support and training activities with Sales and Marketing staff Contribute ideas for product improvement and new applications. Coordinate activities with Research and Development staff Generate and analyze data from a variety of laboratory techniques and microbiological instrumentation including Soleris, Automated Liquid Handlers, Microwell Washers and Readers, and other hand-held technology for pathogens and indicator organisms Continuously expanding knowledge and researching techniques to improve department efficiency Participate in alpha and beta site testing including support, data analysis, and on-site involvement. Regularly perform and coordinate validation, feasibility, and application studies to replicate results and to verify results with industry or scientific literature standards Responsible for the coordination, ordering, and maintenance of general laboratory supplies for scientific departments in Center for Microbiological Excellence facility Consistently increasing responsibility and have contributed to company growth in a dynamic, competitive industry Successful completion of Symposium and Workshop Series on Molecular Methods in Food Microbiology at Colorado State University

 In depth knowledge of FDA-BAM, USDA-FSIS MLG, AOAC and USP procedures, PEPRL certification, GLP, and aseptic technique Train customers and distributors the use of rapid method microbiological detection systems including manual, semi-automated and automated platforms Assist laboratory departments internally to complete studies and tasks in a continuing effort to improve existing and potential technology Work with Sales and Marketing departments providing knowledge, data, support, and technical information Take point to perform in-house and on-site laboratory studies generating data to support proof of concept and feasibilities Working with Sales and Customer Service, provide customer support while tracking and improving efforts with the use of CARES and CRM software systems Maintain communication with laboratory support and other lab technicians to maintain culture collection, technical service supplies, and lab cleanliness Order and maintain general laboratory supplies for the entire building

 Contact and recruit patients to participate in a variety of research studies  Help in establishing tissue procurement from participating patients Collect information from patient research and enter data into computer system using Microsoft software

Master'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Biological And Biomedical Sciences