Manasseh Asem
Damascus, MD ***** • 301-***-**** • *******@*******.***
Team player eager to contribute 15+ years of professional background in practicality-focused, technical-driven industries toward maximizing a top employer’s success
Profile of Qualifications
Diverse background in Quality Control, Research, and Science with the ability to motivate teams and lead by example to implement a strong sense of mission and purpose that aligns with company values
Offer in-depth understanding of scientific methodologies, usage of testing equipment, and general compliance
Detail-oriented individual with an ability to complete projects within time sensitive deadlines
Strategically prioritize, coordinate, and manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments to maximize productivity and achieve critical performance goals in areas of quality and accuracy
Dynamic communication and interpersonal relation skills with a continual commitment to provide superb support to team members, employer, and other relevant parties
Technology savvy, with proficiency in Oracle system, JD Edwards system, and other scientific platforms; rapidly learn new systems and software supporting employer operations
Key Areas of Expertise
Production Management
Quality Assurance
Regulatory Compliance
Data Entry
Report Generation
Records / Data Management
Career Track
QC Analyst, Lonza – Walkersville, MD 2018 – 2018
Adeptly prepare samples for water testing, environmental monitoring (EM), & Aseptic process simulation (APS)
Frequently review analytical data and reports for accuracy and quality
Enter all results and data information into the company’s database system
Consistently ensure operations comply with regulations and standards; report any inconsistencies to management
Batch Record Reviewer, Thermo Fisher Scientific – Frederick, MD 2016 – 2017
Played a vital role in guaranteeing the accuracy and quality of in-process and finished goods batch records
Utilized the JD Edwards System to review and release products
Entered all valuable data, reviews, and product information into the company’s log book
Rapidly reported compliance monitoring and issues regarding GMP and ISO methods to senior management; performed issue validation on identified concerns
Strategically prepared and organized employee folders and records for easy accessibility during FDA audits
QC Analyst, United States Pharmacopeia – Rockville, MD 2002 – 2016
Conducted audits and Quality Control testing on raw materials, in-process products, and finished projects
Efficiently reviewed QC tracking forms for accuracy and completion
Oversaw that all production stations and line clearance staff members were completing work in compliance with quality and productivity standards
Verified the accuracy of fill weights throughout product production
Senior Technical Associate, Qiagen Sciences – Germantown, MD 2002 – 2012
Skillfully performed the synthesis and sequencing of DNA and RNA purified oligonucleotides
Applied chemistry skills and knowledge to formulate reagents and buffers and conduct mass spectrometry and optical density readings on oligonucleotides
Chemist, Alpharma US Pharmaceutical – Baltimore, MD 2003
Administered Quality Control testing of environmental and raw materials, in-process and finished product samples, and stability samples
Associate Scientist, Invitrogen Life Technologies CPI – Frederick, MD 2000 – 2001
Assessed oligonucleotides for quality throughout the entire production process
Used special modifiers including amino linkers, biotin, and hexachlorofluorescein to assist with the synthesizing and processing of DNA and RNA
Exploited various physical methods to process and purify oligonucleotides
Education & Professional Development
Bachelor of Science in General Agriculture, Kwadaso Agricultural College
Associate Diploma, Northern Virginia Community College
Honors & Awards: USP Impact Gold Award, CMB Tuition Scholarship Award, Track and Field Athletic Award