Brian S. Handlon
Wilmington, NC 28411
*********@*****.***
Objective: Obtain employment in a challenging work environment where my
skill sets
and willingness to learn will be utilized to their
potential.
Highlights of Qualifications:
Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Strong organization, time and self-management skills
Work under GMP/GLP guidelines in the laboratory environment.
Knowledgeable in 21 CFR as pertains to laboratory controls
Strong leadership skills
Excellent skills in communication and collaboration
Knowledge of basic computer skills with the ability to learn and become
proficient with appropriate software
Valid driver's license and ability to qualify for and maintain a corporate
credit card with sufficient credit line to allow for extensive business
travel
Employment History
Quality Chemical Laboratories HPLC Analyst
Jan 07 - present
. Solid understanding of modern chromatographic techniques
. Experience in the troubleshooting & maintenance of HP/Agilent 1100 and
1200 series HPLC systems, Dionex ECD/Conductivity and Empower3 Data
Acquisition software
. Ability to identify & troubleshoot chromatographic problems
. Contribute to the development of protocols
. Focus on the development, characterization and optimization of
analytical methods
. Continue to stay current in all analytical disciplines listed below
through on going training and application
. Perform Dissolution Testing on release products
. Perform method transfers as well as participate in method development
. Application of novel processing technologies to new and existing
processes
Quality Chemical Laboratories Raw Materials Supervisor Jun
03 - Dec 06
. Mentor, Train and Supervise employees in pharmacopoeial analyses.
. Evaluate employee technique and performance.
. Maintain protocols and laboratory data.
. Plan and participate in conduct of laboratory investigations.
. Interpret findings to execute productive investigations for
OOS./Aberrant data.
. Reconcile laboratory findings upon investigation completion.
. Certified Trainer in the following disciplines:
Bulk Density Melting Point Determinations
Coulometric and Potentiometric Karl Fischer Optical Rotation
Conductivity/pH Powder Fineness
Gravimetric Analysis Refractive Index
FTIR Titrations
Limits Testing (HM, As, Fe, Pb) TOC
UV-Vis
Karl Fischer
Quality Chemical Laboratories Analytical Chemist
Jul 99 - Jun 03
. Knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements
. Experience in the IQ/OQ/PQ of laboratory instrumentation
. Broad -based knowledge of pharmaceutical analytical techniques. Tasks
included:
All above mentioned disciplines for which I am a certified trainer.
Method Development and Validation
Development and Execution of Validation Protocols
Calibration of Instrumentation
Colorimetric and Potentiometric Assay and Limit Test Titrations
Dissolution
Stability Testing
Drug Characterization (CHNS, LCMS, Coulometric Karl Fischer,
Differential Scanning Calorimeter)
Nitrogen Determination (Kjeldahl Method)
Consistency (waxes and petrolatum)
EDUCATION
B.S., Chemistry: University of North Carolina at Wilmington,
Wilmington, North Carolina
Related Course Work: Organic and Inorganic Chemistry,
Quantitative Analysis, Biochemistry
References: Available upon request.