SAMUEL D. ANNOR

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced professional with 5+ years of experience in food microbiology and proven ability to lead researchers at all levels in projects related to food safety. Outstanding data management and report development skills leading to research funding efforts. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with teamwork mindset. Proven record of taking on stretch assignments to support team goals.

SKILLS/EXPERTISE

• Leadership experience

• Problem-solving abilities

• Collaboration talent

• Computer proficiency

• Analyzing data and turning them into meaningful information

• Adaptability in any role

• Creativity and critical thinking

EDUCATION

Texas A&M University. College Station, Texas

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Food Science and Technology Awarded in May 2023

Dissertation: “Development and Characterization of Selective and Differential Culture Medium for the Poultry Transmitted pathogen, Escherichia albertii”

Tulane University. New Orleans, Louisiana

Master of Science (MS): Public Health/Tropical Medicine Colorado College. Colorado Springs, Colorado

Bachelor of Arts (BA): Biology

EXPERIENCE

Research/Teaching Assistant. Texas A&M University, Animal Science Laboratory. College Station, Texas August 2017 to March 2022

• Developed novel selective and differential medium for differentiating four foodborne pathogens from each other which resulted in conference presentation in Dubai and poster presentations in Phoenix (Arizona) and Cypress (Texas)

• Conducted multiple experiments by assessing 300 lymph node samples from cattle using a combination of selective/differential broths and media agars to confirm the presence or absence of Salmonella

• Co-led in research project to assess safety of turkey meat products produced at a plant in Texas, resulting in increased awareness of food safety issues in the state

• Collaborated with university Professors in research and in teaching 100+ professional graduate students some complex concepts.

• Prepared and presented instructions accompanying laboratory experiments.

• Supervised laboratory experiments like “thermally processed foods and thermobacteriology” by checking for accuracy and mentoring students who were having difficulties doing the experiments. Cypress-Fairbanks Medical Center, Cypress, Texas

Medical Technologist

June 2014 to June 2017

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• Performed routine and complex laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, following standard procedures and recognizes deviation from expected results.

• Reviews and evaluates accuracy of lab data and reports patient results with all required documentation.

• Performed, records, and evaluates quality control data according to procedures including checking expiration dates and documentation of QC performance before use

• Performed and documents required maintenance procedures for laboratory instruments and equipment as assigned

• Performed drug screening and alcohol testing for various companies as part of their pre-employment criteria

• Performed phlebotomy and provided direct urgent care services to patients

• Coordinated work with other laboratory personnel to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency City of Newark Department of Health & Community Wellness, Newark, New Jersey Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)

June 2012 to March 2014

• Inspected and issued renewal certificates to restaurants, bakeries, pharmacies, and grocery stores

• Conducted quality assurance inspections and assessment of food, air, water, and soil

• Issued citations to companies, institutions, and individuals that violated city by-laws ADDITIONAL TRAINING

Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) Train-the-Trainer Course, College Station, Texas January 10, 2019 – January 11, 2019

• This 2-day course provides a foundation of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and co-management information, produce safety rule requirements, and how to develop a farm food safety plan AFFILIATIONS

• International Association for Food Protection (IAFP), student member.

• American Society for Microbiology (ASM), student member.

• Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), student member. CERTIFICATION

• HACCP Certificate of Participation

• Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) Certificate of Training

• International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) Certificate of Membership

• The National Society of Academic Excellence Certificate

• Developing and Implementing Safe Quality Food (SQF) Systems, Certificate of Participation

• Internal Auditor, Certificate of Participation

• Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) Certificate (Registry: B-2361)

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