Inventory Coordinator / Sample Technician

Jordan Gilruth

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Dedicated, passionate, and detailed-oriented to make an impact in the science world as an up and

coming Life Sciences Professional that is eager to pursue a career in Biological Sciences.

EDUCATION

Iona College, School of Arts and Science New Rochelle, NY

Bachelor of Science in Biology May 2013

Minor: History

Iona Incentive Grant: Fall 2008- Spring2013

Academic Dean’s List: Spring 2009 and Spring 2013

Tribeta Honors Society

All Academic MAAC Team 2009, 2012

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

SciSafe Inc., Pharmaceutical and Biological Storage Cranbury, NJ

Inventory Coordinator/Sample Technician March 2014-Present

- Effectively improved and maintained a ll internal databases to increase efficiency of request of products from Clients

- Maintained, regulated, validated all f reezers (-20(o) C, -80(o) C, and cryogenic), stability storage cambers, and

photostability chamber in to keep compliance with GLP, GSP, and GTP.

- Achieved better technique to ship and package both pharmaceutical and biological specimens to increase the

efficiency of overall process in accordance with Pharmaceutical and BioTechnology Companies.

- Certified in ThermoGenesis BioArchive System cryogenic maintenance and handling of specimens.

- All work is done in accordance with Good Storage Practices (GSPs), Corporate Standards Operating Procedures, Good Lab

Practices (GLPs) and principles set forth in the CFR 21 and ICH guidelines

Clinilabs, Inc., Research Department Eatontown, NJ

Clinical Research Assistant October 2013-March 2014

- Improved entering subject information into one or more database by establishing operative guidelines to improve

communication with Pharmaceutical Sponsors.

- Improved overall internal protocol by implementing new and improved methods of Quality Control and Regulation.

- All work is done in accordance with Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), Corporate Standards Operating Procedures, Good Lab

Practices (GLPs) and principles set forth in the CFR 21 and ICH guidelines.

- Aliqouting and Subaliqoutting Blood Samples and Urine Samples including handling and processing all samples.

- Certification for Infection Disease Control NY, Stericycle, Hazardous Materials, BCLS, First Aid and Verified Clinical Trials.

- Inventory of all lab supplies and office supplies effectively to cut waste spending on excess supplies.

RESEARCH

Dr. Yourha Kang, PhD, Iona College New Rochelle, NY

Research Assistant 2012 - 2013

Research in the field of Plant Biology. Worked on the investigating of population genetics of the butterfly

milkweed plant, Asclepias tuberosa. which has not been studied and its DNA has not been sequenced before this

initial study.

- Utilized techniques including DNA analysis, PCR, RFLP, and ISSR analysis

- Handled glassware and cleaning/Replenished lab stock/Formulated buffers and stock solutions for the undergrad

research lab.

Presented research at 2013 TriBeta NE Regional Conference & 2013 Undergraduate Research Day was recognized

at the TriBeta Iona Conference for research.

Jordan Gilruth

31 Brookside Road Leonardo, NJ 07737

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Microbiology research project of different unknown microbes - protocol of used:

Obtained an unknown microbe and underwent an observation of the bacteria using assortment of biochemical assays and

techniques.

EXPERIENCES

The Center of Campus Ministries, Iona College New Rochelle, NY

Campus Ministry Coordinator Spring 2011- Spring 2013

- Demonstrated effective coordination of programs involving faculty and students requiring effective communication and

planning in regards to plan events.

- Coordinated and led multiple trips to affected towns of Hurricane Sandy involving the recover, rebuilding, and restoration of

NY and NJ.

- Volunteered in Greenhouse through Iona College’s Food Service Chartwell Catering improved the overall usage of herbs.

- Spearheaded a new program, “The Green Project” with the commitment to working with the school and surrounding

community.

- Involved with the Bronx River Alliance with the goals of protecting, improving and restoring the Bronx River.

- Organized visits to local hospitals with students through the organization, “Project Sunshine.”

Brooks Something Fishy Restaurant/Distributor Sea Bright, NJ

Distributor Food Runner/Cook/Bartender/Bar Back/ Prep / Host / Expeditor September 2007 – August 2012

- Co-managed register, handled all financial transactions including cash, credit, and checks at the bar

- Handled and process all seafood, including fish and shell fish. Interacted with local clammers and fishermen.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITES

- IC Baseball Team Division I Fall 2008 - Spring 2012

- Clean Ocean Action, Active Member Fall 2006 - Present

- IC Campus Ministries, Campus Minister Fall 2011 – Spring 2013

- IC Project Sunshine, Coordinator Fall 2011 - Spring 2012

- IC Environmental Project, Coordinator Fall 2012 – Spring 2013

- IC Biology Club, Active Member Fall 2010 – Spring 2013

- IC Iona in Mission, Coordinator & Committee Fall 2011- Spring 2013

- Evaluation of Iona College Biology Department, Kathleen Nolan Spring 2013

POST GRADUATE COURSE

- What a plant knows? Introduction to Botany Tel Aviv University May 2013- Sept 2013

- Writing in Sciences Stanford University May 2013 - Sept 2013

- Introduction to Environmental Law and Policy UNC at Chapel Hill Jan 2014 – March 2014

- Ocean Solutions University of Western Australia May 2014 - Present

- Animal Behavior University Melbourne May 2014-Present

SKILLS

- Demonstrated effective time management skills, as well as achieved academic responsibilities while also participating as a

member of Iona’s Division I Athletic program, as well as engaging in other organizations on campus.

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