Derek J. Larberg
***** **** ****** **. #*** North Royalton, Ohio 44133
Phone: 419-***-****
E-Mail: **********@***.***
WORK EXPERIENCE
ROYAL CHEMICAL, Macedonia, OH
Quality Control Technician, Mar 2014 – Present
Performed wet chemistry to ensure cleaning compounds meet specifications
Made batches in the lab as precursors to products
Entered test results and other ticket information into the system
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS, Bedford, OH
Quality Control Technician, Oct 2013 – Dec 2013
Conducted tests on aerosol products measuring their weight, pressure, can integrity, etc
Color matched paints to meet company specifications
Performed gas chromatography on various products to measure percent activity
Tested incoming raws (solvents and gases) to make sure they could be used
Inputted general data entry of testing results
BEN VENUE LABORATORIES, Bedford, OH
Pharmaceutical Technician, Feb 2013 – Jul 2013
Sterilized equipment and prepared components for use in drug filling
Studied SOP’s and gained knowledge of GMP and cGMP’s
Sterilized workspace areas to ensure adequate cleanliness for drug loading
BIONIX, Toledo, OH
Intern, May 2008 – Jan 2009
Researched new distributors for Bionix medical devices both domestically and internationally
Attended product demonstrations of new respiratory therapy products
Observed product development process of respiratory therapy products
UT MEDICAL CENTER SURG, Toledo, OH
Undergraduate Research Program, Jun 2007 – Aug 2007
Assisted orthopedic surgeon with clinical patients
Observed sports injury surgeries
Attended medical seminars
Interacted with medical professions and patients in a hospital setting
EDUCATION
Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI
Masters of Science in Clinical Genetics, Expected May 2017
Eligible for Molecular Biology certification upon completion of degree and six months in a molecular lab
John Carroll University, University Heights, OH
Bachelor of Science in Biology, May 2009 GPA 3.53
Member of Alpha Epsilon Delta (Pre-Medical Honor Society)
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Technical skills in general microbiology (sterile transfer, straining, ect), restriction mapping, DNA cloning, Agarose Gel Electrophoresis, Various forms of PCR, microarray, Sanger sequencing, NGS, plasmid DNA solution, and Microsoft Excel. Solid scientific background including: Microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, gross anatomy and immunology, all enhanced by knowledge of, laboratory practices, medical terminology, and medical exam. Possess strong work ethic, good oral and written communication skills and a strong desire to excel in a laboratory setting.