Schanarre Jabbah
Phone: 609-***-****
Trenton, NJ 08629 E-mail: acefar@r.postjobfree.com
Employment:
Lancaster Laboratories
West Point, PA
Biologist
Feb. 2011- Present
. Responsibilities include performing mammalian cell culture based
immune potency assays on live vaccine products for release
. Plans, execute and document research experiments, analyze and presents
data
. Validates vaccine potency of Zostervax, Varicella, Varivax, Measels,
Mumps, and Rubella on MRC-5 lung fibroblast utilizing plague assay
. Preparing solutions and culture media.
. Daily cell culture maintenance, titration of virus', infection,
staining, and manual counting of plaques
. Performs serial dilutions of viral particles
. Completion of Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
. Maintaining records and test results following good manufacturing
practices cGMP
. Analyze large data sets using Microsoft Excel and rLims data
management system
. Responsible for second scientist review of data submission
. Routinely maintains laboratory instruments and trouble shoots when
necessary
MedImmune Vaccines, LLC
Philadelphia,
PA
Pharmaceutical Technical Specialist II
Jun. 2009 - Feb. 2010
. Supported the manufacture, testing and release of licensed and
clinical material H1N1 and Flu Mist
. Responsible for calibrations, controls, and checks of all equipment in
support of production and sample handling
. Successfully completed aseptic operator training and qualifications in
support of production (i.e. aseptic gowning)
. Active participant in the implementation and administration of Quality
Systems at plant site
. Performed microbial testing and water sampling of the facility
. Environmental monitoring using SAS (Surface Air Sampler) and SMA
(Sterilizable Microbial Atrium)
. Operation and Maintenance of the Met-One 3400 Series Particle Counter
. Recorded data into a sample management system: LIMS, SAP and MODA
. Accurately completed documentation to comply with FDA and GCP/GLP/cGMP
regulations
. Reviewed batch records before lots' release to the QA/QC departments
Clinical Experience:
Community Medical Center
Toms River, NJ
Nuclear Medicine Intern
Jan. 2010 - Aug. 2010
. Performed nuclear medicine procedures and related techniques producing
images for interpretation
. Prepared, measured, calibrated, and administered radioactive isotopes
in therapeutic and diagnostic tracer doses
. Performed diagnostic imaging procedures planar and SPECT, utilizing a
variety of nuclear medicine gamma cameras
. Inputted patients' information into a dedicated nuclear medicine
computer; processing computerized patient information
. Measured radioactive isotope' uptake in patients, using non-imaging
techniques
. Performed quality control procedures on equipment, using standardized
radioactive sources and techniques
Ocean Medical Center:
Brick, NJ Nuclear Medicine Intern
Aug. 2010 - Feb. 2011
. Explained all exams to the patients in a reassuring and courteous
manner
. Minimized radiation exposure to patients and staff in accordance with
NRC guidelines and radiation safety department policies
. Provided appropriate patient care and recognized patient conditions
essential for successful completion of the procedure
. Prepared radioactive waste material for disposal
Education:
St. Joseph's University
Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center: Plainfield, NJ Bloomfield
College: Bloomfield, NJ
Master of Healthcare Administration
License (CNMT) in Health Science
Bachelor of Science in Biology
In Progress
January 2011
May 2009
Skills:
. Gel electrophoresis
. SDS-PAGE
. Western blotting
. Northern and Southern blotting
. DNA and RNA isolation and cloning
. PCR
. Protein purification and protein isolation
. Mammalian tissue culture
. Microscopy
. Dissection and blood typing
. Assay Characterization
. ELISA
. HPLC
. Adheres to cGLP and cGMP regulations
. Follows SOP's guidelines
. Serial dilutions, qualitative/quantitative analysis
. Knowledge of the principles, concept, and methodologies of nuclear
medicine technology
. Knowledge of radiology information systems
. Ability to work independently in a timely manner with good judgment
and decision making skills
. CPR/BLS certified by the American Heart Association
. Ability to interact with patients, families and members of the
healthcare team
. Willing to learn the operation of unfamiliar scientific equipment
.
References Available Upon Request