Data Entry Assistant
Resume:
Nancy Rosen
Kendall Park, N.J. ********@*******.***
Introduction: Broad based knowledge and experience as a laboratory professional,
with a strong background in Microbiology techniques. Working knowledge of GMP
guidelines. Twelve years of experience in microbiological testing for
pharmaceutical and consumer products, raw and finished materials. Expertise in
isolating for pure cultures and microbial identification. Further company support
with Harmonized Testing, AET's, water testing, logging in samples and writing
reports. Seeking a position in Microbiology where I can advance my skills and
give full support to team efforts of professional and dedicated individuals.
Experience:
Perritt Laboratories, Inc., Hightstown, NJ
Promotion from Lab Assistant to Microbiologist
10/2001 - 9/2013
GMP trained, working knowledge of GMP regulations required within a laboratory
environment.
Bacterial identification techniques using proper isolation techniques to obtain pure
cultures,
performing API's, Gram staining, catalase and oxidase tests, coagulase test and
general observations under the stereoscope.
Follow up work for Harmonized Microbial Limits: Transfers to broths, agars,
incubations, GMP notebook entries.
Involved in a long term study to access the efficiency of mold resistance on various
types of tiles.
Mold identification to the genus level with microscopic observations.
Assist research microbiologist in the area of AET including platings, validations,
inoculations of challenge organisms and plate counts.
Operation of Olympus BX-41 Microscope with MicroFire digital camera hook up.
Trained in aseptic techniques, water testing (filtrations) and Microbial Limits
Testing.
Prepared and autoclaved media. Growth promotion of various medias for GMP
guidelines.
Toxicity testing of buffer solutions.
Log in client samples, assigning the appropriate microbiological test method.
Checked sample submission forms for any
discrepancies and communicated with clients to resolve issues.
Maintain documented notebook results according to GMP guidelines and generate
reports for clients.
Microsoft Word, data entry with MS Excel and Lab Master computer applications.
Attend weekly lab group meetings, review SOP's and make suggestions for changes if
needed.
Mathematica Policy Research, Princeton, NJ
12/1988-10/2001
Interviewer/Clerical
Assisted in company search of respondents for governmental interview studies via
phone.
General clerical duties for further company support.
Engelhard Inc. (currently BASF), Menlo Park, NJ
4/1988 - 12/1989
Electron Microscopist
Operated Scanning Electron Microscope (ISI DS-130 and 130C) for morphological
analysis of company samples.
Operated Energy Dispersive X-Ray equipment (PGT System IV) for elemental analysis of
samples.
Prepared samples for SEM by using Au/Pd sputter coating or carbon coating for X-Ray
analysis.
Prepared paper samples for cross sectional analysis of fillers and coatings using
diamond cutting blades and microtomy techniques.
Utilized tilt method for stereo images.
Operated Hitachi TEM to observe Pt and Pd particle size and shape.
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Set up SEM micrograph reference book of representative company products.
Communicated with researchers regarding test requests, outcome of test results and
responsible for issuing final reports.
Attended weekly laboratory meetings.
M&T Chemicals, Inc., Rahway, N.J.
10/1981-4/1988
Two promotions from Laboratory Technician I & II to Senior Laboratory Technician
Exhibited a strong interest in the Scanning Electron Microscope and quickly
developed proficiency.
in its use for evaluating the topography of coating products
Trained students involved in a chemistry education work program in various aspects
of the lab including.
methodology, instrumentation and laboratory safety.
Achieved proficiency in the use of the following instrumentation: Scanning
Electron Microscope, Flame
Atomic Absorption, Emission Spectrograph, Sedigraph for particle size analysis,
Potentiometric Titrator for Grignard analysis,
Karl Fisher apparatus for water determination, UV/VIS spectrometer.
Responsible for data interpretation of instrumental results
Performed wet chemical analysis utilizing basic titrations, nitrogen determination
by the Kjeldahl method
and digestion methods of organic matter for metal determination
Physical testing: flash point, particle size sieve analysis, viscosity, melting
point, LOD and specific gravity.
Accurate notebook keeping.
Whittaker, Clark & Daniels, Inc. South Plainfield, N.J.
12/1980-10/1981
Promotion from Laboratory Assistant to Junior Chemist
Performed wet chemical analysis and physical testing of raw materials for quality
control prior to shipping
Responsible for clerical duties for the lab.
National Health Laboratories, Springfield, NJ
7/1980-12/1980
Medical Secretary
Reported patient's test results to physician via phone. Responsible for clerical
work regarding drug testing studies
.
Education & Continuing Education:
BA Biology, The College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ
9/1976-7/1980
Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Analysis 5 day course, Lehigh University,
Lehigh, PA - 6/1986
Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Analysis Graduate Course, Rutgers
University, Piscataway, NJ - 9/1987-12/1987
Rapid Micro Methodologies, PDA Metro Chapter Meeting, Clark, NJ -3/2004
Environmental Mycology Identification Workshop, 2 day course PDA Training Course,
Baltimore, MD - 12/2005
Yearly GMP regulations training course, GMP division of ISPE, Perritt
Laboratories, Hightstown, NJ - 2000-2012
References available upon request
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