Maintenance Development

Thinh P. Tran

**** * **** **, **: 619-***-****

Indianapolis, IN 46219 abnf5q@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a research scientist position that requires strong knowledge and experience in life science

development, technology and clinical testing.

HIGHLIGHT OF QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to plan and execute studies and meeting research goals

Extensive knowledge of molecular biology, immunology, genetics, clinical diagnostics, NGS, and

other molecular technologies

Excellent presentation and communication skills

Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem solving skill

Familiar with programming, validation, and maintenance of automated laboratory instruments

Ability to use advance statistical analysis software and programming languages to efficiently

analyze data and generate reports

Ability to collaborate and multitask in fast-paced environments

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE

Sequenom Center for Molecular Medicine, Research Associate I Sep. 2011 – Nov 2012

San Diego, CA R&D

Perform DNA extraction optimization studies for enrichment of methylated DNA

Execute studies for integration of workflow on automated platforms

Assisted engineers in system validation of automated instruments

Perform genotyping and DNA mass spectrometry

Perform library preparation for next generation sequencing

Writing working protocols for lab instruments

Assisted in development of alternative sample collection devices

Sequenom Center for Molecular Medicine, Laboratory Associate Apr. 2011 – Sep. 2011

San Diego, CA CLIA Development

Perform maintenance and writing safety guidelines for CLIA laboratory

Perform genotyping clinical testing on Sequenom MA4 MALDI-TOF

Perform next-generation sequencing for laboratory development tests

Writing working instruction, validate and maintenance of CLIA CFR liquid handling instruments

assist IT in validating LIMS system in production environment

Gen-Probe Inc., Research Associate I Nov. 2009 – Apr. 2011

San Diego, CA Automation Integration

Worked on diagnostic development of IVD assays and automated instruments

Design, plan, and execute validation experiments

Independently work on several projects contributing to automation integration

Performed instrument reliability testing for production environment

Working to support US Clinical Trial for IVD instrument launch

Maintaining reagents inventory and laboratory supplies

Neptune Scientific, Marketing Intern May 2009 – Nov 2009

San Diego, CA Automation Supplies

Working closely with R&D team in developing market for new products

Market analysis for strategic sales and revenue forecast

Ad-hoc duties in project management and time tracking

EDUCATION

San Diego State University BS, Molecular Biology May 2009

with minor in Marketing

SKILLS AND PROFICIENCY

Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Visual Basic and Publisher

R programming and JMP statistical analysis software

Perl and Python computer languages

RECOGNITIONS

Exceptional Performance Award at Gen-Probe, Inc.

You Make a Different Award at Sequenom for contribution to CLIA Lab

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