OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position in clinical research where there are opportunities to contribute to a company’s growth while enhancing and utilizing my skills. I plan to achieve personal and professional growth through my experiences in clinical research.
EDUCATION: Saint Cloud State
Masters in Applied Clinical Research
Expected graduation: June 2016
Applied Anatomy, Physiology & Pathophysiology
-Project on Infuse Device
Lifecycle of the Clinical Product
-Project on Vagus Nerve Stimulator
Biostatistics for Clinical Trials
-Project on Linx reflux management system
Regulatory Compliance & research Ethics
-Group project to create an Informed Consent form
-Project on FDA warning letter
Evidence Based Medicine
-PICO-T question project
-Disease process (osteoarthritis)
-Group project for request for reimbursement of a device
North Hennepin Community College
Project Leadership Certification
Certificate completion: 2015
University of Wisconsin River Falls, River Falls, WI
B.S. Biology, Emphasis in Biomedical Sciences
Chemistry Minor
Completed: 2008
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
More than ten years microbiology experience in lab, veterinary and medical devices
Constructed Technical Reports for EPA, FDA and ISO submissions
Over six years of experience developing new products in GLP R&D laboratory
Volunteer work with people and animals over the past twelve years
Project management for two years with phase reviews
Experience with GCP, CEA, FMEA, and informed consent.
WORK HISTORY:
MEDIVATORS, Plymouth, MN; medical devices focusing on renal and endoscopy
Senior Microbiologist Research Associate, 2009 - Present
Proficient in AOAC sporicidal testing for liquid germicides
Perform EPA reuse stressing protocol on high level disinfectants
Primary trainer
Established training in several areas
Marketing research & Trade shows
Regulatory
Update and create SOP’s
Lab supply ordering & stocking
Capitol requests
Guide and advise co-workers on tests and projects
Oversight on lab maintenance and in charge of maintenance equipment agreements
Mechanically inclined (fix pipette aids, autoclaves, dishwashers, & other equipment)
Established new record keeping forms
Interpret and designed ASTM sporicidal testing for claim outside US
Project Manager for wipe & lead scientist
Cross functional team
Active listening
Critical thinking
Timeline management
Conducts simulated use testing on endoscopes
MS2 bacteria phage filter testing
Maintaining departments stock organisms
Brought bacteria phage viral testing in house for filter pore quality check
Environmental monitoring with settle & Rodac plates for chemical fogging process
Field analysis of purified water (RO & DI) for dialysis clinics
WE CAN RIDE, Minnetonka, MN; physical therapy for disabled people with horse riding. Volunteer, 2011 - 2013
Groom and prepare horses for riding
Coordinate program with appropriate person to horse
Class leader
LEXINGTON PET CLINIC, Eagan, MN; veterinarian clinic
Volunteer, 2009-2012
Performed blood, urine, and fecal analysis
Read X-rays
Parasite identification for giardia, heart worms and Lyme disease
MIDWEST AVIAN ADOPTION AND RESCUE SERVICES, St. Louis Park, MN; veterinarian clinic
Volunteer, 2006 – 2008
Administered medicine to 10 – 20 parrots
Cleaned cages, gave baths and organized clinic area
Oversaw 100 – 150 birds at any given time point
EAST VALLEY ANIMAL CLINIC, Apple Valley, MN; veterinarian clinic
Volunteer, 2006 - 2006
Provided care for injured and sick song birds
Administered medicine and powdered birds to achieve optimal health
Assisted in post mortem surgeries
Gave routine checkups and vaccines
Training/Certifications:
BioPharma Institute,2011- 2012, Wyckoff, NJ.
Microbiology Laboratory Techniques (GLP)
Understanding Validation (GMP)
Proper Documentation Practices (GMP)
Good Laboratory Practices (GLP): Microbiology + QC
North Hennepin College, 2015 MN
Project Management Certified
Medivators 2015
Lean Green Belt Certification
Medivators 2009
Good Laboratory Practice
Medivators Mark Fornalik 2014
Early Biofilm Detection Remediation and Control
AWARDS:
Medivators Pursuit of Excellence (2010) – Exceled in new product development and release
Manager for company volleyball team; champions for 2009 & 2010
Dean’s List
Outstanding achievement 2012, 2010, and third in 2010