ROBERT L. SHEFFEILD
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SKILLS/ QUALIFICATIONS
Understand and implement a safe practice
workplace
Experience working in ABSL3 operations,
biohazard containment, and barrier
management
Set realistic goals and place a high value on
time effectiveness
Excel in communicating with multi-
departments and practice active listening
Proficient in cage wash operations, animal
husbandry duties and technical applications
Strive to motivate employees and boost
moral to achieve optimal results
Ensure that personnel cohere to
regulations set by the Guide, the Animal
Welfare Act, PHS Policy, USDA, and
Emory’s PHS Assurance
Demonstrate a strong power of
analytical thinking; able to analyze and
solve problems effectively and
efficiently while being fair and keeping
the best interest of the facility
Currently studying for LATG with plans
on obtaining CMAR
Plan, implemented and launched
various trainings
EXPERIENCE
MARCH 2022- Currently
Independent Courier Delivery Driver
Perform as a courier delivery driver by usage of phone application, to load and unload multiple different types of items., from multiple companies such as Walmart, HomeDepot, Schools, and private residents. Schedule shipment and plan delivery routes independently. SEPTEMBER 2018 - MARCH 2022
RESEARCH SPECIALIST, SENIOR
YERKES RESEARCH CENTER, ATLANTA, GA
Responsible for the oversight of research personnel in support of the veterinary and investigative staff. Provide effective training while performing a variety of specialized laboratory research tests and procedures; while working with infectious diseases in nonhuman primates such as SIV, SHIV, malaria, listeria, zika, digue virus, hepatitis, Flu, strep throat, and Herpes B (B Virus).
Provide technical support and training to research specialist, investigators and veterinary staff
Lead didactic and hands on training on multiple topics such as animal handling, sedation, orogastric intubations, blood draw, bone marrow aspirate, infusions, inoculation, immunizations, injection routes IM, IV, SC, ID, biopsies, and medication calculations and prep
Maintain data such as employee and animal records electronically and through filing systems
Plans, controls, and organizes daily and specialized animal care activities, supervises staff, and provides support for investigative and veterinary staff.
Conduct quality control/ assurance of facility by participating in walk throughs regularly
Coordinate and conduct performance assessments for staff over multiple departments
Trusted with leading inspection teams (IACUC, AAALAC, USDA) within nonhuman primate facilities
Review research protocols and provide support based on protocol specifications; plan and implement procedures accordingly
Coordinate schedules for eight employees
Distribute and manage controlled substances.
Evaluate employee’s overall performance in workplace and adjust as necessary with guidance from the Guide, SOPs and guidelines provided by the facility
Communicate effectively amongst departments and work closely with vet med, animal care and principal investigators
Conduct continuing education and technical development activities
Brainstorm and suggest ideas of innovative ways to improve the department
Assist with revising SOPS and ensure staff is up to date on changes FEBRUARY 2013 – DECEMBER 2017
RESEARCH SPECIALIST, LEAD
YERKES RESEARCH CENTER, ATLANTA, GA
Anesthetize nonhuman primates for sample collection, blood draw, intradermal injections, infusions, inoculation, orogastric intubation, biopsies with veterinarian staff, and surgery for veterinarian staff. Train new staff in proper techniques and oversee day to day operations.
Inoculate animals with various infectious agents with the directive of the principal investigator
Provide protocol support by inoculating nonhuman primates and performing technical procedures for the investigative staff
Calibrates, troubleshoots, and performs routine repair and maintenance of equipment
Demonstrates and train others in the proper use/operation of laboratory techniques and equipment such as handling controlled substances, protocol overview and compliance Schedule, organize and manage technical procedures in assistant to the veterinary and investigative staff
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Performed various techniques such as, nonhuman primate specimen collection, inoculations, vaccinations, assisting veterinarians with infusions and biopsies.
Record results of studies, compiles, and analyzes data and prepares charts and graphs
Manage staff of seven employees providing structure through scheduling, problem solving and mentorship
JUNE 2008 – FEBRUARY 2013
RESEARCH SPECIALIST
YERKES RESEARCH CENTER
Provide protocol support while assisting investigative and veterinary staff. Conduct blood draws, inoculations, place catheters, sedate and other technical duties as needed.
Safely provided technical support to other investigative and vet staff
Follow guidelines and procedures while disposing biohazard material
Provide technical support to the veterinary staff and investigative staff with treatments through various routes (oral, rectal, vaginal, injectable and topical) JANUARY 2005 – FEBRUARY 2013
ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN III/ LEAD
YERKES RESEARCH CENTER
Responsible for overseeing daily operations in the primate and great ape animal facilities while supervising upwards of 20 employees in absence of supervisor. Monitors the administration of special diets and medication. Ensures that the facility complies with federal animal and research regulations. Participates in the managing and directing of facility maintenance and services to ensure efficient operation in compliance with federal and organizational regulations. Work/ take specific precautions/ immunize against potentially hazardous agents.
Ensured daily husbandry duties were completed in an efficient manner by technicians
Trained and observed staff in daily observations and husbandry duties until proficient
Observes animals for signs of illness, trauma, or social instability and reports abnormalities to the appropriate veterinarian staff
Responsible for oversight of husbandry and cagewash operations
Assist in inventory control and ordering
Provide trainings on SOPs and ensure staff adhere to standards set forth
Sedate and place tb tests in nonhuman primates (ID) and collect blood if needed (IV)
Excel in maintenance of equipment including caging, wheels, and water manifolds
Sanitize and sterilize caging and other equipment using cage washer, tunnel washers, pressure washers and foamers
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Responsible for making sure protocols are followed, i.e., animal housing, enrichment, animal use numbers, weaning, documentation, feeding and special care approvals, etc. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES
MAY 2003
GED / DEKALB TECHNICAL COLLEGE
MAY 2008
ASSISTANT LABORATORY ANIMAL TECHNICIAN/ ALAT
MAY 2015
REGISTERED LABORATORY ANIMAL TECHNICIAN/ RLAT
References available upon request
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