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Professional Summary

Talented Primary Scientist currently concentrating on several types of acute studies in a GLP toxicology environment. Extensive background in several areas of research and preclinical development. Specialized skills pertaining to in vivo laboratory studies in rodents, rabbits, dogs and guinea pigs. Experience in project development/method validation.

Skills

Acute irritation (Primary skin, primary eye, vaginal), oral dose and dermal studies

Sub chronic oral, reproductive and dietary studies

Bovine Corneal Opacity and Permeability Assay (BCOP) method development Sub chronic oral, reproductive and dietary studies

Various methods of dose administration and blood collection in laboratory animals

Preparation of Medical Devices for dosing

Assay validation, protocol and SOP creation

Focus on rabbit, rodent and canine studies

Euthanasia and anesthesia

Detailed necropsy and tissue collection

Test substance formulation; density, pH and solubility trials

Data analysis and presentation

Knowledge of GLPs

Relevant Work History

Scientist 2015-Present

Product Safety Labs-Dayton, NJ

Independently conduct studies as the Primary Scientist for Primary Skin, Eye and Vaginal Irritation in rabbits, as well as for the Bovine Corneal Opacity and Permeability Assay, Intracutaneous studies, and others as needed.

Responsibilities include: Scheduling studies, overseeing rabbit colony, determination of test substance properties (pH, density, solubility, etc.), formulation of test substances, pre-screening animals for study assignment, dosing, scoring for irritation, determination of estrous, monitoring health of rabbits, creating study documents, summarizing data.

Central role in development of Bovine Corneal Opacity and Permeability Assay (BCOP), including protocol and SOP creation, method validation development of study documentation and conduction of assay. Primary Scientist for BCOP assays.

Collaborate on other acute study types (LLNA, AOT, ADT, Buehler) as well as sub chronic reproduction, dietary and oral dose studies.

Routine utilization of various dosing methods, including subcutaneous, intramuscular and intracutaneous injections; oral gavage; vaginal lavage; dermal application.

Trained in euthanasia and anesthesia for rodents and rabbits.

Experience in determining estrous cycles in rats and rabbits.

Skilled in detailed necropsy/tissue collection (rats, rabbits).

Extremely effective use of time management, adaptation and flexibility in a dynamic and demanding environment.

Ability to simultaneously work on multiple time sensitive studies/projects under minimal supervision while communicating effectively with managers, study directors, coworkers and clients.

Meticulous compliance to protocols, SOPs, GLPS, IACUC and FDA regulations.

Associate Scientist 2001-2007

Johnson & Johnson-Raritan, NJ

Execution of in vivo studies in Chemical & Biological Support, Endocrine Therapeutics and Toxicology.

Conducted all aspects of PK studies, including dosing, (IV, PO, IM, subcutaneous, catheterization), blood collection and necropsy in rodents, rabbits, guinea pigs and canines.

Highly skilled in blood collection methods including tail vein/snip, orbital sinus, cannula, marginal ear vein and cardiac puncture in rodents and rabbits/ specialized in femoral and jugular blood collection in canines.

Administered euthanasia and anesthesia in canines, rodents and rabbits

Conducted ELISA assays.

Recorded data and made study-related decisions based on side effects, mortality rate, dosage adjustment, etc.

Prepared study data for formal and informal presentations, as well as journal articles. Credited as co-author and participant in several published scientific journals.

Additional Work History

Expansion of responsibilities available upon request.

Administrative Receptionist 2014-2015

Onyx Enterprises-Cranbury, NJ

Attended to personal, sensitive projects and requests for owners of company and several senior executives. Constant use of time management skills, prioritization of tasks and attention to detail; independently completed tasks with accuracy and timely delivery.

Concession Manager 2010-2013

PRL Ice Management-South Brunswick, NJ

Manager of concession at fast paced ice skating facility. Responsible for daily operational activities, staffing, scheduling of staff, and customer service. Routine use of Microsoft Excel to produce sales reports for concession areas that were used in determination of budget, sales projections and adjustments to menu offerings.

Director of Marketing and Strategic Sales 2007-2008

The Whiskey Guild/The Whiskey Life Magazine-Kenilworth, NJ

Contacted new and potential clients regarding advertising opportunities and marketing events; cultivated effective partnerships with vendors. Organized tasting events with an average attendance of 100-200 people.

Figure Skating Coach 2006-2015

Independent Contractor-Middlesex County, NJ

Provided instruction to clientele of varying ages, backgrounds and experience levels (group and one-on-one).

Constant problem solving and tailoring of methods in order to teach necessary skills to students of diverse learning types and physical capabilities.

Education

Rutgers University, Cook College-New Brunswick, NJ 2001

Bachelor of Science: Option-Animal Industries, Specialization-Equine Science

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