Quality Control Assurance
Resume:
Charles Okechukwu
**** *** ******-**** ****, Apt.908C Durham, North Carolina 27707
*********.*******@***.***; ********@******.****.***
Objective:
Recent graduate of North Carolina Central University (NCCU) with 4 years research experience seeks laboratory
position. I am a trained Pharmaceutical/Analytical scientist with numerous molecular biology/analytical chemistry
techniques. My goals include: follow SOPs and GMP documentation guidelines to maintain laboratory audit -ready
status; assist with general laboratory cleaning and maintenance; contribute towards identifying targets of diseases
and produce antagonists which will inhibit the production of those diseases; responsible for the preparation,
conducting & monitoring of clinical trials; I am highly experienced in using in vitro techniques to diagnose
products in association to immunoassays, coordinate and provide administrative support for preclinical testing
projects to facilitate workflow. I am willing to complete unfinished projects and reliable in delivering accurate and
precise results on time.
Technical Skills:
“Trained in the following areas as part of Pharmaceutical Curriculum at NCCU”
Cell culture – Yeast, E. coli, Human, etc.
Quality Assurance –Avoidance of mistakes or defects of samples like proteins.
Qualitative Analysis of High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) - chromatographic separation to purify
mixtures of plant pigments into the pure constituents or an analytical technique used for the separation of
compounds soluble in a particular solvent. This occurs at their stationary phases.
Quality Control of proteins- Samples are measured accurately after calibration of each device(s).
Bioprocessing/ Bioanalysis.
Characterization of proteins using FTIR.
Bioinformatics – Retrieving, organizing and analyzing biological data using R-Studio.
“Molecular and Cell Biology Lab Skills”
Cell analysis/ Molecular biology techniques.
Proficiency with more complex laboratory calculations regarding batches and specimens including averages,
means, standard deviations, and various quality control metrics.
Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and resolve process issues.
Proficiency with molecular biology laboratory techniques.
Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices in cluding standard precautions
hazardous chemical handling, and BSL-2 laboratory procedures.
“Computer Skills”
Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Experience collecting, analyzing and organizing biological data on desirable computer(s).
“Personal Attributes”
Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients.
Education:
September 2010-May 2014
North Carolina Central University (NCCU) - Durham, NC
Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Science and Bachelor of Science in Chemistry concentration on
Biochemistry
Graduation Date: May 2014
Cumulative GPA: 3.417
www.linkedin.com/pub/charles-okechukwu/45/151/295/.
Charles Okechukwu
5110 Old Chapel-Hill Road, Apt.908C Durham, North Carolina 27707
*********.*******@***.***; ********@******.****.***
Publication:
Fall 2012 Araujo-Perez, F., McCoy, A. N., Okechukwu, C.,Carroll, IM.,Smith,KM.,Jeremiah,K.,Sandler,
RS.,Asher, GN., Keku, TO.2012.Differences in microbial signatures between rectal mucosal biopsies and rectal
swabs. Gut Microbes volume 3(6):530-535.
Research Experience:
September 2014- Present (CSL2 and BSL2 environmrnt)
Environment Protection Agency (Contractor)
Dr. Rex A. Pegram- Principal Investigator
(******.***@***.***)
Our work focuses on the examination ability of trihalomethanes(THMs) which made of
trichloromethane(TCM),bromodichloromethane(BDCM),dibromochloromethanes(DBCM), and
tribromrmethane(TCM) used to chlorinated drinking water significant exposure -response association to
mutagenicity and relative risk for bladder cancer.
May 2014-August 2014
North Carolina Central University
Dr. Fei Yan- Principal Investigator (****@****.***)
My role was to determine the photophysics and photochemistry of Rose Bengal bound to human serum albumin
using characterization, HPLC,UV spectrophotometer and ultrasound to mea sure the effects of dye molecules per
protein samples at low oxygen concentrations. The results showed reduced fluorescence yield for free singlet
oxygen formation from bound dyes.
September 2013- May 2014 (BSL-2 environment)
North Carolina Central University
Dr. Dayami Lopez- Principal Investigator ( ******@****.***)
The goal of my research is to determine the role of T 3 and/or estrogen agonists in the cell proliferation and
viability of breast cancer cells. Using a tetrazolium -based colorimetric assay (MTT), I demonstrated that
triiodothyronine (T 3) reduced the viability of MDA-MB-231(triple negative breast cancer) cells but enhanced the
viability of T47D (triple positive breast cancer) cells. In addition, both estrogen receptor agonists
diarylpropionitrile (DPN) and propyl-pyrozole-triol (PPT) enhanced the proliferation of T47D cells but had little
to no effect on the viability of MDA-MB-231 cells (This research was conducted in BSL-2 environment).
Position was terminated due to graduation.
May 2013- May 2014
North Carolina Central University
Dr. ClarLynda Williams- Principle Investigator (*********.********@****.***)
Biostatistical data analysis of the effect of two types of stressors, daily hassles and stressful life events, to determine
whether these stressors increase blood pressure. Position was terminated due to graduation.
September 2012-May 2013
National Institute of Environmental Health Science (NIEHS) Scholars Connect Program (NSCP) Research Triangle
Park, NC
“Study of the effect of arsenic acute exposure in microglial cells” under Dr. Harry Jean (*****@*****.***.***)
One year experience manipulating RNA/DNA of microglial cells of BV2 in a research laboratory
environment(BSL-2 environment).Position was terminated due to the completion of the program.
September 2012-May 2013
Dr. Williams Alfred-Principal Investigator (*********@****.***)
Quality control testing of raw (plant) materials using all types of methods related to raw materials from USP;
finished product using analytical instrumentation and wet chemistry techniques; follow SOPs and GMP
Charles Okechukwu
5110 Old Chapel-Hill Road, Apt.908C Durham, North Carolina 27707
*********.*******@***.***; ********@******.****.***
documentation guidelines to maintain laboratory procedures; assist with general laboratory cleaning and
maintenance.
May 2011-May 2013
PARTNERS Training Program (Cancer research program)
This is a collaborative, 2-year program between UNC-CH Lineberger Cancer Center and North Carolina Central
University. Students carry our cancer-related research at Lineberger during the summers and additional re search
(10 hrs per week) during the academic year. In addition Partners students take special courses (Cancer Biology,
Epidemiology, Introduction to Public Health) to better understand the causes, cures, and prevention strategies for
cancers.
Research Mentors: (BSL -2 and BSL-3 environment)
May 2011-August 2011: “Comparison of microbiota in rectal mucosal biopsies and rectal swabs” under Dr.
Temitope Keku (UNC) (******@***.***.***)
September 2011-May 2013: “Study of expression and regulation of endocannabinoids system (formation and
degadation enzymes) and cannabinoid receptors in prostate cancer human cell lines (LNcap, DU145, PC3)
compared to normal prostate epithelial cells (PrEC)” under Dr. Somnath Mukhopadhyay
May 2012-August 2012: “Revealing the role of cancer-testes in HIF signaling” under Dr. Angelique Whitehurst
(UNC)(*********.**********@**************.***)
Presentations:
Charles Okechukwu, Joshua Wooten, Kathleen Corcoran, Rebecca Sinnott, Patrick Taus, Kimberly Maxfield,
Angelique Whitehurst. “Revealing the role of cancer-testes antigen in HIF signaling.” 20th Annual ISPE- CASA
Life Sciences Technology Conference, Raleigh, NC.(2013).
Charles Okechukwu, Joshua Wooten, Kathleen Corcoran, Rebecca Sinnott, Patrick Taus, Kimberly Maxfield,
Angelique Whitehurst. “Revealing the role of cancer-testes antigen in HIF signaling.” North Carolina Central
University Honors Convocation Student Poster Research Presentations,Durham,NC.(2013)
Charles Okechukwu, Joshua Wooten, Kathleen Corcoran, Rebecca Sinnott, Patrick Taus, Kimberly Maxfield,
Angelique Whitehurst. “Revealing the role of cancer-testes antigen in HIF signaling.” Annual Biomedical Research
Conference for Minority Students, San Jose, California.(2012).
Charles Okechukwu, Amber McCoy, Felix Araujo-Perez, Kevin Smith, Kim Jeremiah, Gary Asher, Temitope
Keku.“Comparison of microbiota in rectal mucosal biopsies and rectal swabs.” American Association for Cancer
Research,Chicago, IL.(2011).
Charles Okechukwu, Amber McCoy, Felix Araujo-Perez, Kevin Smith, Kim Jeremiah, Gary Asher, Temitope
Keku.“Comparison of microbiota in rectal mucosal biopsies and rectal swabs.” Annual Biomedical Research
Conference for Minority Students,St. Louis, Missouri.(2011).
Honors and Awards:
American Chemical Society National Scholarship
2013-2014 (Scholarship for underrepresented minority students who want to enter the fields of chemistry or
chemistry-related fields)
20th Annual International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineers (ISPE)- Carolina South Atlantic Chapter (CASA)
Life Sciences Technology Conference Poster Competition Undergraduate Winner
Raleigh, NC; Spring 2013
Charles Okechukwu
5110 Old Chapel-Hill Road, Apt.908C Durham, North Carolina 27707
*********.*******@***.***; ********@******.****.***
Medical Preparation (Med Prep) Workshop Scholarship Award
University of Missouri-Columbia
January, 2013.
Biomanufacturing Research Institute and Technology Enterprise (BRITE) Scholarship Award
North Carolina Central University
Fall 2010 –Spring 2014 (Scholarship from Pharmaceutical Science department for academic achievement)
North Carolina Central University Foundation Scholarship Award
2012 -2013 (Scholarship from Chemistry department for academic achievement)
Society of Toxicology Undergraduate Education Award
Spring 2012 (Award to Society of Toxicology conference)
Golden Key International Honor Society
Fall 2011 to Spring 2014
Spring 2013-International Honor
Centennial Scholars Award
North Carolina Central University
Fall 2011 – Spring 2014 ( Award for academic excellence)
Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society
North Carolina Central University
Spring 2011
University Honors Program/Award
North Carolina Central University
Spring 2011- Spring 2014
Award for academic excellence and research.
Leadership Experience:
Fall 2013-Spring 2014
NCCU American Chemistry Society(ACS) President
Spring 2013-Spring 2014
NCCU Golden Key International Society Vice-President
Fall 2012-Spring 2013
Pre-Pharmacy Society Treasurer
Community Service:
October 2010-Spring 2014
Teacher Assistant Eastway Elementary School (American Reads Program) Durham, NC
Tutor kindergarten to third grade students.
Mentor kindergarten to third grade students.
March 2011 – March 2012
AmeriCorps-North Carolina-Activating Citizenship Through Service (NC-ACTS!)
313 hours of volunteer services within the Durham community
October 2012-April 2013
AmeriCorps-NC-ACTS! /UCAN Serve program
Charles Okechukwu
5110 Old Chapel-Hill Road, Apt.908C Durham, North Carolina 27707
*********.*******@***.***; ********@******.****.***
317 hours within Durham, North Carolina.
August 2013-Spring 2014
AmeriCorps-North Carolina Literacy Corps (NCLC)
428 hours within Durham, North Carolina.
Professional Affiliations:
January 2011-Present International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineers (ISPE)
May 2011-Present American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
November 2011- Present American Chemical Society (ACS)
November 2011-Present Society of Toxicology (SOT)
References available by request
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