OBJECTIVE:

Seeking position, at a prominent company, that will further my experience in the field of chemistry/Biopharmaceuticals.

Chemist with experience in researching, analyzing, and testing the impact of sampling procedures. Vast experience working with several instruments used to produce quality data for research. Total of three years working in Biopharmaceutical manufacturing, along with four plus years working within school laboratory settings. Experience coordinating with multiple departments in a business setting. Three years of experience working in GMP environments, along with working in ISO 6-8 sterile areas. Experience working with customers. Team-oriented worker, with exceptional communication skills, who’s not afraid to take the lead. Member of Alpha Chi Sigma, hardworking, fast learner, and able to work in challenging environments.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fujirebio Diagnostics Inc.

March 2018 – Present

Primary Manufacturing Associate I

Experience working in a cGMP environment, along with sterile environments such as soft-wall, and Laminar flow hoods

Vast experience with aseptic technique along with clean room gowning

Microbial testing (TSA & RODAC)

Formulation of in process media, buffers and diluents. Along with preparation of assay specific diluent to be used in finished reagent kits

Perform precise gravimetric and volumetric measurements

Use of electronic batch records (EBR) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Filtration of formulated materials and testing of filters used during formulation using a Filter integrity tester

Experience logging retain sample submission and tracking

Experience with the process of document change requests

Vast experience with the Change control process for MES recipes

Vast experience with Cycle count entries and inventory control within the laboratory

Interact/communication with multiple departments

Vast experience supporting validation and new product development

Training in Change control systems and Trackwise systems

GlaxoSmithKline

May 2017-March 2018

Temporary-BMA

Experience working in a cGMP environment along with both Iso 6 and Iso 7 class environments

Experience working in Cell Culture and the Upstream areas of Biopharmaceuticals. As well as in a support services role, making buffers and medias for both upstream and downstream areas

Vast experience using aseptic technique for sampling of large-scale vessels and other small-scale cell growth containers. This includes cell bank work and initiating cell lines.

Vast experience using DeltaV operating system to monitor and control cleaning, sanitizing, and regular activities of large-scale vessels

Vast experience using SAP system.

Experience using Process Explorer for data analysis, and creation of trends

Experience coordinating with multiple departments.

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Philadelphia University

January 2016-May 2016

Research, Instrumental Methods of Analysis

Presented research on Lead contamination in drinking water around Philadelphia University at 27th annual Saint Joseph’s University Sigma Xi Student Research Symposium, 2016

Tested the morality of the EPA’s testing requirements and process used for the Philadelphia area

Co-authored “Testing Lead in Water Samples: Impact of Sampling Procedures”

Philadelphia University

January 2016-May 2016

Analysis, Instrumental Methods of Analysis

Tested different samples of contaminated soil

Performed analysis using the Flame absorption atomic spectrometer to determine concentrations of metals present in soil samples

Extensive experience with the UV/vis spectrometer (2 years of experience)

Extensive experience analyzing data using several calibration methods: Internal, External, and Addition calibration, including process for generating calibration curves

Philadelphia University

August 2016-May 2017

Research

Investigating properties of Biochar, and its abilities to adsorb harmful pollutants including chemical dying agents, heavy metals, and organic contaminants

Exploring biochar regeneration, and reusability of biochar samples

Working with current, and exploratory HPLC methods

Presenting research at Engineering Sustainability 2017, held at The University of Pittsburg

INDUSTRY SKILLS

Knowledge of laboratory techniques learned during the laboratory period of Organic chemistry, such as filtration, purification, and titration methods. These include distillation, vacuum filtration, recrystallization, reflux, TLC

Proficient in analyzing data received from different instruments

Vast experience working in ISO 6-8 clean room environments. With exceptional experience using aseptic technique inside, and outside, of gowned areas.

Vast experience working with both large scale, and small scale, manufacturing of processes

Vast experience working with POMS Electronic batch record system, as well as paper batch records.

Exceptional experience working in cGMP environments

Vast experience working in sterile environments

TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft Office applications: Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Exceptional experience using different types of pumps for filtration, along with filter integrity tester.

Vast experience with the Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrometer. Perkin Elmer, Analyst 100

Vast experience with UV/Vis spectrophotometer. Hitachi, U-3000 spectrophotometer

Experience using Thermogravimetric analyzer. TA instruments, TGA Q50

Experience using CIP/SIP cleaning systems for large scale production of material

Experience Using POMS MES electronic record keeping system

Vast experience trouble shooting conversions of paper batch records to electronic batch records

VOLUNTEER OUTREACH

Philadelphia University Admissions, Accepted Student’s Day

Helped prospective students learn about Philadelphia University’s science facilities

Ran an experiment using a flame absorption atomic spectrometer to get prospective students engaged

Tested fake blood samples with different known concentrations of lead poisoning

Philadelphia University Green Roof Project

Investigating concepts of green roofs to relieve storm water overflow, and lessen the effects of climate change

Reached out to people in the community, to inform them about green roofs, and what effects they can have

Philadelphia University/Alpha Chi Sigma – Franklin Institute Plastics Fair - January 29th 2017

Volunteered at the Franklin Institute’s annual plastics fair.

Helped children and parents learn about different polymers and their uses.

AWARDS

Philadelphia University, Alpha Chi Sigma - Initiated Sunday, April 10, 2016

oOfficial member of Zeta class in Philadelphia Universities colony

Philadelphia University, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

oAwarded a merit-based award for accomplishments in Analytical Chemistry

OTHER NOTABLE EXPERIENCE

PetSmart, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – (June 2016 – January 2017): Staff member

•Responsible for maintaining different areas of the store, including cashier and stocking positions.

Philadelphia University Athletics, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – (August 2014 – May 2017): Associate

•Managed game data for official collegiate sporting events; Refereed intramural sporting events

K Mart, Somers Point, New Jersey – (May 2014 – August 2014): Garden Associate

•Managed operations of the Garden Center, cash register, restocking and receiving inventory, plant upkeep

Five Guys, East gate, Ohio – (June 2012 – August 2012): Quality Control Staff Member

•Responsible for providing exemplary customer service, prepared food

EDUCATION:

Philadelphia University, Philadelphia, PA

Bachelor’s of Science, August 2013 - May 2017. Major: Biochemistry

Notable Courses: Inorganic Chemistry, Physics I & II, Advanced Organic chemistry, Calculus I, II, & III, Biochemistry II, Organic Chemistry I & II, Physical Chemistry I (Thermodynamics), Physical Chemistry II (Quantum Theory), Biostatistics, Biology I & II, Instrumental Methods of Analysis

REFERENCES

References provided upon request.

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