MICHAEL FURSE

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QUALIFICATIONS

Critical thinker, with superior problem solving abilities, and a high level of comprehension.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex projects.

Team player, and energetic self-starter with a "can-do" attitude.

Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory techniques and equipment.

International background and experience in defense and fuels industry.

EXPERIENCE

North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation Greensboro, NC

Special Agent, Diversion and Environmental Crimes Unit 7/2016 – Present

Investigate criminal violations of state and federal law.

Conduct investigation regarding original jurisdiction/assistance cases.

Be familiar with environmental and healthcare laws in pursuit of evidence of criminal behavior.

Educate health care and environmental professionals on regulatory rules and criminal laws.

Guilford County Environmental Health Greensboro, NC

Environmental Health Specialist 10/2015 – 6/2016

Enforce water quality regulations according to State and County rules.

Evaluated soil suitability, septic and well layouts, as well as setbacks for property items to approve new septic and well system construction.

Designed and permitted septic system and well system plans for installation on property using Accela and GIS.

Inspected and implemented remedies for septic and well systems to ensure compliance with local and state regulations.

Procter & Gamble Browns Summit, NC

Lab Analyst 5/2015- 10/2015

Quality control analysis of finished products in the oral care, antiperspirant/deodorant, and skin care businesses.

Tested and released over $100,000 worth of finished product batches daily by using ion chromatography, gas chromatography, titration, viscometer, penetrometer, and rheometer to verify product quality.

Acted as the Sensory Function Leader for antiperspirants and deodorants, by ensuring the quality of over 400 perfume and deodorant standards according to global formula cards.

Inspected, calibrated, and maintained laboratory equipment, chemical solutions, and operational documentation.

LabCorp Burlington, NC

Technologist Trainee, 12/2014 – 4/2015

Technologist Trainee, 8/2014 – 11/2014, temporary position through MindLance

Analysis of blood serum and spinal fluid specimens.

Conducted over 200 assays daily using serum and spinal fluid specimens for prostatic acid phosphatase, thyroid-binding globulin, human growth hormone, and beta 2-microglobulin using Siemens Immulite 2000.

Analyzed over 500 patient serum samples daily for thyroglobulin, thyroglobulin antibodies, soluble transferrin receptors, Inhibin A, erythropoietin, and unconjugated estriol levels using Beckman Coulter DXI 800.

Performed maintenance, calibration, and quality control of Beckman Coulter DXI 800 and Siemens Immulite 2000.

North Carolina A&T State University Greensboro, NC

Undergraduate Researcher, 5/2013 – 8/2013

Regulation of AMPK activity during nutrient sensing in Drosophila.

Cloned a genetically encodable fluorescent biosensor of AMP-Activated Protein Kinase (AMPK) activity into a Drosophila expression vector using molecular cloning techniques such as PCR, restriction digestion, ligation and bacterial transformation.

Undergraduate Researcher, 10/2011 – 5/2012

Preparation of a novel scaffold of Indium-Tin Oxide (ITO) with immobilized growth factors for long-term hepatocyte culture.

Prepared and characterized self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on ITO substrates.

Used FTIR, contact angle-goniometer, and SEM to characterize SAMs on ITO.

Evaluated hepatocyte adherence, proliferation and viability using LDH and MTT assays, and UV-visible spectrophotometer.

United States Air Force San Antonio, TX (11/2002-3/2003)

Spangdahlem, Germany (3/2003-11/2008) Goldsboro, NC (11/2008-11/2009)

Fuels Management Supervisor, 11/2002 – 11/2009

Oversaw multi-million dollar fuel operations; to include accounting, stock management, quality assurance, and security.

Ensured timely execution, and quality of critical refueling operations in support of ongoing base and operating theater missions.

Reconciled $10 million in fuel transactions, inspected and maintained $30 million in equipment and facilities.

Personally issued more than six million gallons of fuel, 10K gallons of liquid oxygen, and 12K gallons of liquid nitrogen supporting 130K missions.

Supervised and trained 20 Airmen.

EDUCATION

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University Greensboro, NC

1/2010 – 12/2013

Bachelor of Science in Biology

Magna Cum Lade

AWARDS & HONORS

Deans’ List 2010-2013

Air Force Commendation Medal

National Defense Service Medal

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal

Air Force Below the Zone Promotion

SKILLS

MS Office Suite applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

IBM SPSS

SAP

Dionex Chromeleon

GIS

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