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Resume:
Eric E. Shields
New Milford, CT 06776
July 24, 2009
I am a motivated self starter with the determination, education and experience to get
immediate results. Presently I am working as a Contract Employee at Bristol-Myers
Squibb in Wallingford, CT as a Research Associate. I have a Masters Degree in
Biochemistry and I am seeking a challenging new career opportunity.
As an experienced Biochemist I possess the unique skills necessary for several open
positions within your company. My experience and education have properly prepared me
for a successful career in research. I would be an asset to your company and my talents
and abilities could be used to expedite the delivery of new products to the consumers. I
appreciate your time and consideration, and look forward to hearing from you to schedule
an interview as I would be an excellent addition to any Department.
Sincerely,
Eric E. Shields
Eric E. Shields
115 Sherry Lane
New Milford, CT 06776
**********@***.***
Education:
University of California Riverside, Riverside, CA
Masters Degree in Biochemistry 1999
Western Connecticut State University, Danbury, CT
Bachelors Degree in Biochemistry 1997
Highlights of Qualifications:
• Collecting, purifying, analyzing, and identifying proteins using biochemical and
immunological assays such as ELISA, Column Chromatography, SDS PAGE and
Western Blotting
• Determining plasma protein binding using equilibrium dialysis
• Performing small rodent surgical procedures and collecting tissue samples
• Preparing tissue samples for pharmacokinetic and metabolic studies
• Experience with conducting microsomal drug metabolism characterization studies
• Using automated liquid handling systems to perform high throughput screening assays
• Using radiolabeled compounds to perform various assays
• Using aseptic technique to ensure sterility throughout experiments
• Experience with many modern experimental methods and techniques (HPLC-MS, GC,
IR, NMR, HPLC, PCR etc.)
• Ordering supplies and maintaining a clean and efficient lab
• Ability to accurately maintain, and record information in a scientific log book
• Analyzing data and collaborating with others in early phase of drug discovery to
determine new lead compounds
• Analyzing and graphing data using various computer programs
• Proficient in many computer applications (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Ability to handle dangerous chemicals, biohazards and radioactive material according
to safety regulations and SOPs
• Knowledge of federal regulations and their pertinence to chemical storage, shipping
and disposal (i.e. OSHA, EPA, FDA, DOT etc.)
• Knowledge of GMP regulations and standards
• Technical research and writing skills
Eric E. Shields 860-***-****
Employment Experience:
Research Associate, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Wallingford, CT 2008- Present
• Worked as a Research Associate for Bristol-Myers Squibb through a contract with
Aerotek Scientific in the Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics Group of the Pre-Clinical
Optimization Department working for Dr. Kimberly Lentz
• Prepared tissues for pharmacokinetic studies to evaluate tissue uptake for neuroscience
compounds
• Analyzed in vitro samples using LC-MS-MS
• Evaluated plasma protein binding of new chemical entities using equilibrium dialysis
• Conducted microsomal metabolism studies to determine metabolic pathways for new
drug candidates (Reaction phenotyping, Intrinsic clearance)
Laboratory Scientist, Fisher BioServices, Rockville, MD 2003-2008
• Worked as a lab scientist for Fisher BioServices at The Walter Reed Army Institute of
Research Inventory Lab under the supervision of Principal Investigator Jeff Wilks
• Weighed, processed and shipped chemical orders for pre-clinical and clinical trials,
maintaining GLP/GMP standards and following all federal and state regulations as
well as internal Standard Operating Procedures
• Accessioned new experimental compounds into the large searchable database
• Helped maintain the large repository of chemicals making sure that all compounds
were properly stored according to their reactivity, stability, and hazardous properties
• Helped write and/or improve SOPs pertaining to my responsibilities
• Worked on several special projects to include validations, datasheet scanning and
management, MSDS generation and updating, and inventory
Research Technician II, Mercer University School of Medicine, Macon, GA 2000-2003
• Worked under the guidance of Dr. Marge Schweri on a grant funded by the National
Institutes of Health / National Institute on Drug Abuse aimed at the synthesis and
development of treatment agents for cocaine abuse
• Conducted in vitro binding assays to determine the potency of experimental drugs at
dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine transporters
• Conducted spectrophotometric protein assays
• Dissected rat brains to collect the specific tissues needed for the various assays
• Trained and certified in proper radiation safety procedures
• Tracked, compared and graphed pharmacokinetic data using an extensive database
• Maintained an efficiently stocked lab by ordering all supplies in a timely manner
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