Carolyn Okure
317-***-****. ********@*****.***
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah
Graduated August 2007
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
HPLC, FISH, Antibody staining, Cell sectioning, Quality control, Water
Processing, Data entry, data processing,
technical writing, Corrosion and Scale residual testing, complete water
analysis, Gas Chromatography, spectrophotometer, titration, extraction,
distillation, IR spec, pH & conductivity meter, specific gravity.
Professional Work Experience:
Associated Regional and University Pathologist (ARUP laboratories)
Salt Lake City, Utah 09/2007 to 07/2008
Cytogenetic Technologist Trainee
. Functioned as laboratory technician in Cytogenetic laboratory
. Worked with doctors and medical directors, to identify
genetic abnormalities in patient's DNA to aid in clinical
diagnosis using the fluorescence insitu hybridization (FISH)
technique
. Followed GCP, OSHA, HIPPA, HACCP and CLIA guidelines and
procedures for sample preparation and processes
. Cell cultures, direct harvest and cancer cell separation
using biomagnetic beads etc
. Ensured proper operation of thermobrites, hydrides,
thermotron, centrifuges, incubators, and general laboratory
equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance
requirements
. Maintained equipment, inventories and laboratory supplies
inventory by checking stock to determine product level,
anticipating needed supplies
. Evaluated new equipment, techniques, troubleshooting and
verified receipt of supplies
. Performed data entry and technical writing
Neurobiology and Anatomy Dept. University of Utah School of Medicine
Salt Lake City, Utah 08/2006 to 09/2007
Lab Technician
. Performed primary and secondary antibody staining on Zebra
fish embryos to enable their axons glow. This process
enhances the visibility of mutations or differences in the
pattern of the axons in the spinal cord using a fluorescence
microscope
. Participated research pertaining to the role of the Wnt/B-
catenin signaling pathway in the CNS cell fate specification
using zebra fish as a model organism. Focusing primarily on
the regulation of Wnt/B-catenin target genes by a family of
transcription factors known as tcf proteins.
. Developed experimental procedures, analyzed reports,
documenting results of experiments in electronic workbooks
such as Microsoft Excel, plotting graphs and charts etc
. Prepared reagents and solutions and wrote laboratory reports
. Performed data entry, maintained lab supplies and inventory,
document results,
Alix Technologies
Carrollton, Texas 03/2009 to 12/2009
Research & Development/ Quality Control Tech
. Assisted in the formulation of Nutritional Supplements, OTC
medication, Juices, Energy Drinks/shots, cosmetics, etc
. Performed a variety of tests on water, raw materials, in
process and finished products; microbiology, organoleptic
/physical and chemical test, stability test etc to
ensure compliance with SOPs, cGMP, FDA regulated
specifications.
. Approved finished products for distribution or quarantined
and rejected non conforming materials for further testing or
to be returned
. Directed Line, compounding, bottling, labeling, calibration,
sanitation inspection etc.
. Wrote exception/deviation and nonconformance reports etc,
data entry, record log keeping, inventory on lab supplies etc
Cummins Inc.
Columbus Indiana 08/2011 to present
Materials Engineering Technician
. Perform chemical analysis on engine oil and other automotive
fluids to determine the presence of wear metals, additives,
fuels, soot, and other impurities etc for research and
development purposes.
Premium Waters Inc.
Fort Worth Texas 03/2010 to 05/2011
Quality Control Supervisor
. Ensured all finished products met FDA and SQF requirements
prior to distribution. Placed all non-conforming items on
hold for further investigation.
. Conducted consumer product evaluation request investigations
on finished products, prepared and reviewed final reports of
evaluation for non conformances and determined based on
valuable laboratory test results compliance with FDA
regulations. .
. Performed new product analysis and tests to determine
critical control points that were in accordance with FDA and
SQF regulations.
. Carried out sanitation inspection of process and production
areas to ensure SQF compliant.
. Trained and directed Lab employees on safety and regulatory
functions
. Ordered laboratory supplies
Multi-Chemical
New Fairview, Texas 9/2008 to 02/2009
Chemist (Contract position)
. Analyzed water samples from oil and gas wells by running
metals and anion tests etc to determine metal/anion contents
of water using spectrophotometer.
. Performed corrosion, stability and scale residual testing on
water samples to determine pipe corrosion levels
. Checked total hardness, specific gravity, pH etc on water
samples to test purity levels
. Carried out testing procedures such as surface tension
testing, foamer testing, digital titration, grind-out testing
etc for quality control
. Performed liquid extractions, soil extractions, and other
general sub sampling techniques.
. Maintained and calibrated testing equipments to ensure proper
function
Computer Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Works, Office,
Outlook etc
Others : pH Tester
Tetra Pak
August 2008. Denton, TX
Fund Raiser
University Of Utah, Phonaton Program Jan 2004
to July 2006. S.L.C, UT
Sales
Teleperformance USA
May 2002 - May 2006. S.L.C, UT
Volunteer Work:
Utah Diabetes Center, Salt Lake City, Utah
. Updated records and documented results for prospective
candidates and patients involved in diabetes research
using Microsoft Excel, searched for and screened qualified
patients for study
Cardiology Research, LDS Hospital, Salt Lake City, Utah
. Updated patient health records using Microsoft Excel (data
entry).