Shylaja Nanjundiah

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San Diego CA 92129

Tel: 858-***-****

Cell:858-***-****

Email: abnbao@r.postjobfree.com

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Experienced Medical Technologist with CLS license from California and ASCP

Certification with more than 11 years of experience.

Excellent clinical laboratory skills, with commended performance

conducting/analyzing laboratory assays and resolving clinical and

instrument problems.

Work well under pressure and time constraints with high-volume

environments.

Excellent ability to interact with coworkers, nurses, physicians, and other

health care providers.

Skilled researcher in the field of enzymology, Taught Biochemistry for 7

years to undergraduate and graduate students.

Education:

Masters in Science (Biochemistry), University of Mysore, India.

Coursework included Analytical Techniques, Bioorganic Chemistry,

Biophysical Chemistry, Vitamins, Hormones, Human Physiology, Immunology,

Clinical Biochemistry, Macromolecules, Molecular Biology, Regulatory

Mechanisms, and Basic Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology.

Bachelors in Science (first class), University of Mysore, India.

Coursework included Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology as major subjects.

Professional Development:

Clinical Laboratory Scientist license (MTC664) issued by Department of

Health Services, State of California.

M.T. Certification by American Society of Clinical Pathology, (ASCP).

Certification No. 03077311.

Computer Skills: Windows, Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint.

Professional Experience:

Medical Technologist Supervisor: Sabre Sciences, 2233 Faraday Avenue,

Carlsbad, CA 92008 from May 2007 to present.

Working full time in the testing of neurotransmitters in urine by solid

phase extraction and LC-MS/MS detection (Agilent HPLC System, and

ThermoFisher Quantum Mass Spectrometry), and Enzyme Immuno Assay (EIA)

Technology (utilizing Dynex ELISA Plate System).

Successfully developed methods for the analysis of GABA, Glutamic acid,

Serotonin in urine by solid-phase extraction and LC-MS/MS technology.

Currently, involved in developing assay methods for Catecholamines by LC-

MS/MS technology.

Also experienced in testing of salivary hormones- Estradiol, Progesterone,

Testosterone, Cortisol and DHEA using RIA and EIA technology, and

electrolytes (ion selective electrodes and colorimetry).

General supervision of the laboratory: training of other lab technicians,

maintenance of quality control records, preventive maintenance and

calibration of instruments, corrective action, procedure writing,

Proficiency Testing.

Medical Technologist: Medical Laboratory of San Diego, 4282, Genesee ave.,

# 202, San Diego, CA 92117, December 2005 to May 2007

Worked full time in the following areas: Chemistry (analysis of blood and

body fluids using Beckman CX 7 Chemistry analyzer), Immunology (analysis of

reproductive hormones, thyroid function, tumor markers, cardiac markers

(CRP) Hepatitis antigens utilizing Immulite Immunoassay system), Hematology

( Complete Blood Count and Differential Analysis of blood smears using

CellDyn-3200, Serology (RPR and HIV assays), Coagulation(Protime and PTTs

using automated Coagamate), and Urine analysis, Molecular Microbiology

(strand displacement amplification technology for the detection of

Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea using BD Probe Tec ).

Responsibilities included collecting and preparing specimens and performing

laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of

disease, verifying records and reporting lab results on all performed

tests, ensuring compliance with government requirements, hospital policies

and laboratory procedures, including maintaining the cleanliness of lab

equipment, instruments and work area.

Evaluated quality controls within laboratory using standard laboratory

tests and measurement controls, and maintained compliance with CLIA, OSHA,

safety and risk-management guidelines, and Proficiency Testing.

Ensured test-result validity before recording/reporting results, earning a

reputation for meticulous attention to detail.

Involved in Method Evaluation of the several new tests adapted in the

laboratory by Immunoassay.

Research Study Associate, Arena Pharmaceutical Company. Inc., San Diego,

June 2004 to February 2005.

Area of research involved high thorough put screening of GPCRs (G Protein

Coupled Receptors) against a broad range of Chemicals using frog

Melanophore cells.

Medical Technologist: Union Hospital, Lynn, MA. 1989 to 1996.

Areas of specialization include quality control, General Chemistry

(therapeutic drug monitoring- using Dupont ACA analyzer, Analysis of

electrolytes, proteins, enzymes in blood & body fluids using Kodak EKTA

CHEM Chemistry analyzer, blood-gas analysis), Hematology, Urines and

Coagulation Studies, Pregnancy tests, Stool testing for Occult blood, and

basic microbiology techniques.

Research Lecturer: University of Mysore, India. 1980 to 1986

Purification and characterization of Aspartate aminotransferase from the

silkworm Bombyx mori using the techniques: gel chromatography, ion-exchange

chromatography, HPLC, gel electrophoresis, and ultra centrifugation.

References:

Susan Decesari

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Rady Children's Hospital

San Diego, CA

Tel: available upon request

1. Ann Engel

Supervisor

Union Hospital

500 lynnfield st, Lynn MA

Tel: available upon request

2. Majid Ghassimian

Technical Director

University of San Diego

San Diego, CA

Tel: available upon request

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