Sales Representative
Resume:
Aaron Michael Szat kowski
Newport Beach, CA 92663
*********@*****.***
Mission
To obtain a challenging Chemist position in the Biotech Industry where I can utilize my experience,
education and solid background in Analytical Chemistry.
Summa r y of Q ua l i fi ca t i ons
Experienced with a broad spectrum of Analytical Techniques used for Analysis, Identification and
Characterization, such as HPLC, UV, IR, Karl Fischer and Dissolution
Trained in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard
Operating Procedures (SOP), and U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP)
Dedicated, results orientated seasoned pharmaceutical professional with experience with Analytical
Method Development, Qualification, Validation and Transfer, Release and Stability Testing.
Computer: Skilled in Millennium, Empower, ChemStation, and ChemStore HPLC and UV Software.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office, Outlook and Access.
Professional Experience
Él a n P h a r m a c eu t i ca ls S outh San Francisco, California
Research Associate II 04/06-03/09
Perform Quantitative analysis of Chemical and Biochemical Samples and perform assays critical to
advancing compounds towards commercialization for both QC and Analytical Development Departments.
Perform physicochemical studies such as potency, impurity, peptide mapping, size exclusion, cation-
exchange, and forced degradation by HPLC and UV methods.
Develop, write and revise QC testing methods and protocols and perform Analytical Method Validations.
Adhere to strict company cGMP, Safety, SOP’s, Analytical Methods, Protocols and Company Policies.
Exceeded GMP compliance and documentation skills by achieving high documentation tracking scores and
produced consistent results under tight deadlines and frequently improved on the quality system.
Assisted in providing Prialt marketing campaign with four published chemical stability studies combining
Prialt in an admixture with various pain medications.
Troubleshoot established QC methods and frequently improved on the quality and shortcomings of
established protocols and methods through investigation of OOS/OOT results.
Ga l il eo P h a r m a c eu t i ca ls S anta Clara, California
Research Associate (temporary employee) 03/05-04/06
Responsible for assisting in the Validation of Biological targets and the Discovery of novel drug candidates
focusing on metabolic and inflammatory diseases.
Maintain accurate lab notebooks, files and training records in accordance with FDA regulations.
Extraction and plating of plant material and plant biomass in preparation for LC/MS analysis.
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Aaron Michael Szat kowski
Professional Experience - continued
I m p a x La bo r a t o r i es H ayward, California
Analytical Chemist 5 /04-2/05
Responsible for Stability evaluation of raw materials and lab testing of Manufacturing Process Study
Protocol that leads to ANDA.
Perform Potency Assay, Blend and Content Uniformity, Binding Capacity and Impurities by HPLC.
Maintain accurate lab notebooks, files and training records in accordance with FDA regulations.
Comply with all GMP, Safety, SOP’s, Analytical Methods, Protocols and Company Policies.
Perform pH, visual inspection, hardness and dissolution testing.
Train new group members and give guidance and training on process and equipment use.
Maintenance and calibration of analytical equipment.
P a r - M e d P h a r m a ce u t ic a l s N iagara Falls, New York
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative 0 3/02-03/04
Generic and Brand name pharmaceuticals sales to independent pharmacies and hospitals through
successful business relationships with physicians and pharmacists
Developed and executed creative sales strategies and promotional techniques for clients
Created and maintained strong customer rapport and managed high volume sales accounts
Assisted QA Department in the development of a sales skills enhancement program
Averaged $90,000 in monthly sales and frequently surpassed set quotas
Earned Sales Representative of the Month two months in a row
Education
State University of New York, at Buffalo
Bachelor of Science Degree in Biochemical Pharmacology, 2003
Publications
Shields David E, Aclan Jennifer, Szatkowski Aaron, “Chemical Stability of Admixtures Combining
Ziconotide with Fentanyl or Sufentanil During Simulated Intrathecal Administration”, I nternational Journal
of Pharmaceutical Compounding, 2008, 12, 463-466
Shields David E, Aclan Jennifer, Szatkowski Aaron, “Chemical Stability of Admixtures Combining
Ziconotide 25 mcg/mL and Morphine Sulfate 10 mg/mL or 20 mg/mL During Simulated Intrathecal
Administration”, I nternational Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding, 2008, 13, 553-557
References
Available upon request
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