SHEKITA MAXWELL, PharmD (c), MAT, MPH, CLS

H: ***9 Atwood Drive Macon, Georgia 31204 C: 478-***-**** E: adxfn7@r.postjobfree.com O: 2 East Bryan Street, Suite 325 Savannah, Georgia 31401 P: 912-***-**** ext. 1104 adxfn7@r.postjobfree.com United States Army Veteran Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society Member Public Health 10-points Veteran’s Preference Service-Connected Disabled Veteran Schedule A Hiring Authority Professional Summary

• Master-level Life Scientist/Biochemist with documented success during 21 years of progressive experience and responsibility in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Public Health, Chemical Operations, and Clinical Chemistry and Research performing and assisting in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients by the exact performance and reporting of laboratory testing procedures on blood and other specimens. Good written and oral English communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills.

• I go above beyond “tolerance.” I build skills and putting them in action. I am appreciative, affirming, and inclusive of all cultural backgrounds. I perform effective engagement. Effective engagement is beneficial and a reciprocal learning experience in which we learn from one another. I focus on the behaviors and the situation, not the person.

• Leads through a value system of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) that works in collaboration with other federal agencies, state and local governments and the community to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service. -HHS Detail

• Competency in developing and monitoring accident prevention programs policies and procedures to ensure continuous safe working conditions.

• Tasked to evaluate hazardous waste sampling packages for facility compliance with all Environmental and Safety regulations- US Army and Department of Veterans Affairs

• Maintained safety training and medical records in accordance with OSHA and FDA requirements.

• Conducted workplace inspections and assessments for industrial hygiene, safety, fire, and environmental discrepancies. US Army, US Food and Drug Administration, and Department of Veterans Affairs

• Maintained OSHA accident and illness logs for the Agency and conducted site inspections for environmental and safety compliance

• Collected and studied samples of air, water, and earth to prevent hazardous material from entering the environment. -US Army

• Most Recent Accolade-Temporary Promotion to GS-13 Training Administrator 30-Day Detail with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), US Food and Drug Administration, Office of Regulatory Science, Office of Research Coordination, Evaluation, and Training (ORCET) provides strategic leadership and support for the high quality, collaborative scientific research that is conducted in the ORA laboratory system. To meet rigorous quality standards, through quality system management, ISO-17025 accreditation for all laboratories, and oversight and support for the technical training of ORS’ scientific staff. August 29, 2021- September 25, 2021

• Recent Accolade- Appointed as a Hospital Data Liaison Team Lead 120-day Detail with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), CDC, COVID-19 Data Strategy Execution Work Group, CDC COVID-19 Response, Joint Coordination Center (JIC); January 15, 2021-May 15, 2021, Regions II, II, V.

• Coordinate updates and situational reports to CDC headquarters staff on operational activities. Work as a liaison between federal, state, and local public health partners. Provide health information updates and answer questions from partners, passengers, and crew-HHS Detail

• Identified new cases of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) (SARS-CoV-2), communicable disease and infectious diseases. Locate and inform patients of their status. Link patients into primary care centers. Document case history and linkages. Track and monitor adherence to public health laws and control measures. Serve Public Health Liaison across the United States. -HHS Detail

• Selected as a 2015 Public Health Advisor with the Public Health Associate Program (PHAP) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Workforce Development Program (WDP), Field Services Office, Office of State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Support (OSTLTS).

• Performed pending workload review periodically during the day and participated in Individualized Education Plans and Patient Support Team meetings-Emory Healthcare and Mercer University School of Medicine

• Conducted educational training sessions on health promotion related to tobacco cessation and STD prevention; provided general information to the public on health risks of tobacco use among adolescents and young adults; provided techniques to deal with peer pressure about sex and responsibility and behavior medications to quit smoking-North Central Health District Macon, Georgia

• Conducted educational training sessions on health promotion related to tobacco cessation and STD prevention; provided general information to the public on health risks of tobacco use among adolescents and young adults; provided techniques to deal with peer pressure about sex and responsibility and behavior medications to quit smoking-North Central Health District Macon, Georgia

• Knowledge of Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP) and other regulatory agency standards within area of responsibility by adhering to quality control and quality assurance protocols- Tuskegee/Montgomery Veterans Affairs Hospitals; Volunteered at Grady Hospital Breast Cancer Center-Atlanta, Georgia

• Use of problem-solving and critical -thinking skills, as evidenced by the ability to organize experiments, analyze data, interpret results and draw conclusions.

• Substantial experience of researching living organisms and conducting toxicological studies, in-depth knowledge of biology, cell culture and in-vitro plate-based assays with remarkable knowledge of toxicology investigations and high content image analysis and familiarity with using MS Office software and clinical databases

• Reviewed equipment charts for specification compliance. Read, calculated and recorded analysis data to produce a report for the client. Corrected any discrepancies that occurred. Improved multiple process flows within the department through participation in best practice initiatives. Achieved continual safety awareness and work practices through implemented safety procedures. -Tuskegee/Montgomery Veterans Affairs Hospitals

• Processed incoming samples by ensuring correct labeling, computer log-in, centrifugation, aliquoting, and storage- Tuskegee/Montgomery Veterans Affairs Hospitals

• Followed the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results- Tuskegee/Montgomery Veterans Affairs Hospitals

• Strong knowledge of laboratory methodologies, interpretation of results, quality assurance, and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations-Tuskegee/Montgomery Veterans Affairs Hospitals

• Knowledge of Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP) and other regulatory agency standards within area of responsibility by adhering to quality control and quality assurance protocols- Tuskegee/Montgomery Veterans Affairs Hospitals; Volunteered at Grady Hospital Breast Cancer Center-Atlanta, Georgia

• Substantial experience of researching living organisms and conducting toxicological studies, in-depth knowledge of biology, cell culture and in-vitro plate-based assays with remarkable knowledge of toxicology investigations and high content image analysis and familiarity with using MS Office software and clinical databases

• Ability to communicate with all employees of the organization, in a pleasant manner; in addition, ability to compose and present accurate and timely technical reports

• Passion for enhancing global human health by contributing to cellular research, disease prevention and diagnostic improvements with the capability to leverage quantitative strengths to solve technical problems, advance scientific breakthroughs and support innovative assay development.

• Ensures completeness and correctness of paperwork prepared to describe and accompany chemical sample exports including accuracy of chemical structures and names

• Performs chemical analysis using a variety of techniques (e.g. HPLC, FT-IR, etc.)

• Maintain productive relationships with project team members and communicate progress against goals in a multidisciplinary setting: chemistry, biology, pharmacology, modeling, and external collaborators

• Training and Skill Development- Microsoft Office Suite~ Professional Level; Project Management Professional (PMP) ~ Moderate Level; Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB) Professional ~ Polite Level; Financial Planner- Polite Level

Education and Training

Doctor of Pharmacy in Progress 2022

Mercer University College of Pharmacy-Atlanta, GA, USA Coursework in Pharmacy Fundamentals, Introduction to Pharmacy, Federal Pharmacy Law, Medical Immunology, Pharmaceutics Laboratory, Nervous System Disorders, Medicine Fall 2024 Admissions-Prerequisite Courses Currently Taken Master of Arts in Teaching, STEM Education-Science 2017 Mercer University, Tift College of Education-Macon, GA, USA Coursework in STEM Education, 6-12 Science Education, Biology, Chemistry, Research Member of Georgia Science Teacher Association/ PAGE Member/ Graduated Magna Cum Laude 42 Semester Hours

4.0 GPA Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society Inductee 2017 GAPSC Biology Teaching Certification- Professional Level T-5 Diploma of Emergency Management in Progress 2016

Central Georgia Technical College –Macon, GA, USA

Graduation: June 2021 35 Semester Hours

GPA 3.5

Master of Science, Public Health-MPH 2013

Mercer University – Macon, GA, USA

Coursework in Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, and Biostatics Member of Georgia Public Health Association

Graduated Cum Laude 42 Semester Hours

3.35 GPA

Bachelor of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science 2009 Tuskegee University – Tuskegee, AL, USA

Coursework in Biology, Clinical Chemistry, Immunology, and Microbiology Member of American Society of Clinical Pathology

Graduated Cum Laude 125 Semester Hours

3.25 GPA

Certificate, Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Operation 1999 United States Army Chemical School - Fort Leonard Wood, MO, USA Coursework in Biology, Clinical Chemistry and Microbiology Graduated Magna Cum Laude

3.75 GPA 30 Credit Hours

High School Diploma, Dual Track Honor Roll 1999

Southeast High School- Macon, GA, USA

Coursework in Honors Biology, Chemistry, J.R.O.T.C. and US History Soldier of the Year/ Citadel Leadership Award-1999 Scholar Athlete of the Year-1999 Softball /Presidential Scholar-1999 3.9 GPA 4.3 Honor’s Scale

Skill Highlights

Leadership Environment Health

Integrity SPSS, ANOVA

Safety engineering Team Player

Health Equity Confidentiality

Attention-to-Detail Statistical Methodology

Health Promotion Good Listener

Experimental Design CDC Data Statistics

Professional Experience and Training

Public Health Officer-Savannah, GA, USA FEB 2019-Present Department of Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration Office of Regulatory Affairs (ORA), Division of Southeast Imports (DSEI) Secret Clearance

•Serves as the investigator on regulatory program activities within the area of specialization involving a broad and complex range of public health programs that are operated domestically and abroad.

•Assists the Director and coordinates with appropriate Centers and other stakeholders to establish and execute strategic and tactical plans for the effective use of ORA, investigative, inspectional, analytical, and compliance resources.

•Ensures that regulated establishments produce a safe product by executing appropriate inspection methods, determining noncompliance with regulatory requirements, documenting noncompliance and initiating enforcement action, where warranted

•Provides well developed oral and written communications, including the ability to capture complex scientific discussions in writing

•Serves as a principal source of expertise providing extensive advisory, liaison and consultative services for biologics programs to regulated industries, State agencies, other Federal agencies, and Agency management.

•Review records, observe plant operations and conduct hands-on verification to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and prepare detailed documentation of non-compliance with regulatory requirements.

•Determine when regulatory control action is necessary. You will assess whether the plants corrective or preventative actions are acceptable and effective, if there are trends in noncompliance, or if enforcement action is warranted.

•Conduct regulatory oversight activities inside plants in matters relating to other consumer protections (e.g., economic adulteration and misbranding).

•Have contact with plant managers, owners and others to explain legal and regulatory requirements, discuss operation of the plant's SSOP, HACCP plan and other food safety programs.

•Conduct various samplings, surveys and tests to obtain pertinent data on potential problem areas, industry trends, or other issues of current interest to the Agency.

•Be involved in performing health and safety verification sampling and tests for detection of specific microbes (e.g., salmonella, listeria, etc.), residues or contaminants

•Communicate and defend determinations on non-compliance issues and discuss plans for addressing non-compliance.

•Investigates and evaluates the adequacy of complex manufacturing practices to determine compliance with established regulations.

•Provides substantive input to the implementation of FDA policy, programs, laws and regulations related to the safety of blood and blood component, and human cellular and tissue products that impact state, local and/or tribal policies.

•Serves on task forces and study groups charged with considering problems or directions in the area of biologics.

•Write proposed or final inspection report endorsements.

•Present informal remarks at briefings, training sessions, and consumer and industry workshops on issues affecting the biologics program area.

•Assist the Branch Chief in performing appraisals and evaluations on the overall effectiveness of the international inspection programs and develop new concepts as needed.

•Serve as the international investigation and inspection expert in one or more of the following disciplines: drugs, devices, biologics, bioresearch monitoring (BIMO), and tobacco products.

•Provide oversight, evaluation and coordinate foreign inspection work for the operating investigators while they are actually participating in the program conducting international inspections.

•Conduct research to develop improved inspectional techniques requisites for coping with advances in manufacturing technology and bulk distribution practices.

•Conduct scientific reviews of biochemical, environmental, toxicological and physiological data for scientific or regulatory issues involving the chemical properties of substances and evaluates the results.

•Review the accomplishment of the international assignments and recommend proposed inspection follow-up to the Branch Chief.

•Collaborate with and provide expert subject matter guidance to the Program Training Officer in the design and formulation of nationwide training programs for investigators.

•Coordinate with the medical product centers for the preparation of detailed foreign inspection plans taking into account current inspectional problems, timing or seasonal factors and logistics. STEM Science Educator-Macon, GA, USA JUL 2017-FEB 2019 Bibb County School District -40hours/week STEM Education-Science Encouraged creativity and exploration in each student that is adept in relaying complicated scientific theories engaging students in scientific discussions and maintaining strong bonds with students by creating engaging lesson plans based on approved curriculum, creating class materials that students would use as enhancements to textbooks and working collaboratively with rest of faculty to develop several academic after school and intercession science programs.

-Initiated successful workforce planning, course realignment, employee involvement, and team- building projects

-Preparation of scientific materials and/or sets of equipment for lessons

-Maintenance, repair and / or construction of equipment as appropriate

-Coordination of the use of practical resources and facilities and to provide assistance and advice in meeting the practical needs of the Science curriculum, including liaising with teaching staff and support staff outside the department

-Kept up to date with current procedures and practices through continuing professional development in administrative files and correspondence

-Contributing to the design, development and maintenance of specialist resources and/or long-term projects

-Checking machinery / equipment for repairs and calibration and files reports

-Ensures health and safety standards are met of all students and fellow teachers

-Ensures cleanliness of materials, supplies, file management and Science stock material Specializes in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physical Science, Forensic Science and Health Science; Schoolwide and Community Interests-Athletic Coaching-Softball, BETA, DECA, Voter Registration and TRIO Activities and Events Georgia Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellow-Biology MAY 2016-FEB 2019 Mercer University, Tift College of Education- 40hours/ week STEM Education-Science Developed innovative STEM learning materials, mentored colleagues and contributed to staff development of STEM activities, shaped the university's agenda in learning and teaching and spreading good practice in learning, teaching and assessment in STEM education

-Taught Biology, Biology (Honors) Forensic Science, Chemistry, Scientific Research and AP Environmental Science to ninth through twelfth grade students through student-centered learning and hands on lab activities

-Formally and summatively assessed students’ strengths and needs, provided appropriate activities to address students’ needs, and generated progress reports

-Implemented all relevant policies governing student conduct

-Utilized a variety of student learning modalities in each lesson and used differentiated instruction within those lessons

-Presented subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunities and provided real-world, application-based examples

-Assisted in the on-going curriculum revision process including the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional material

Chief Strategy Officer JUN 2010 to MAR 2020

Divine Success, Inc. – Macon, GA 35 Hours/week STEM Education-Science

-Coaches the Management Team in order fulfill the Company's mission, profit and performance goals; Implemented management controls to ensure that academic coaches were up- to-date on situational awareness of all core issues and operating data pertinent to sound decision making;

-Provided primary support to the Executive Team and secondary support to the service District’s School Board; prepared agenda, communications and minutes for Executive Team meetings. Keep records of the Executive Team's activities and assignments. Provided appropriate follow-up to ensure assignments are completed in a timely manner.

- Managed the annual Reappointment, Promotion and Tenure process for all employees.

- Demonstrated experience in handling confidential information with discretion; the ability to follow through on tasks to completion, holding all parties accountable to deadlines; and, maintained a professional appearance and a service problem-solving orientation.

-Developed and implemented the Health and Wellness (blood-borne pathogen) policy segment of the employee handbook that can be referred to by employees at any visit in case of an emergency

-Analyzed and presented information in such a way that was understood by everyone within the organization from the Program Manager to the Environmental Engineer. Administrative Assistant/Resource Management OCT 2015- MAY 2016 Department of Defense Robins AFB Defense Logistics Agency-(DLA) 40 Hours/week Secret Clearance

-Maintains the depot accountability database, to include time-reporting, creates spreadsheets and presentations for Director, Deputy Director and Upper Management while incorporating attention-to-detail, excellent planning, organizing and time management skills.

- Innovated a stream-line Human Resource Orientation – recruitment, staffing, onboarding, training that reduced processing time by 25%

-Contributed to senior level business decisions by enabling business growth by assessing Human Resource cultural compatibility and talent impacts.

- Excellent communication skills when dealing with employees on every level

-Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods to participate in the assessment and improvement of command level plans and programs for conducting major operations

-Knowledge of command program goals and objectives; the sequence and timing of keep operational events and milestones; methods of evaluating the effectiveness of planning actions related to actual events; and the relationship of the various command entities involved in overall program planning and execution of military operations and evaluations

-Ability to plan, organize and negotiate effectively with senior management to accept and implement recommendations, involving substantial resources and that require extensive changes in established concepts and procedures.

-Ability to learn and apply analytical investigative techniques to accomplish work in the subject matter field

-Ability to analyze data/products to determine adequacy of programs and/or deficiencies

-Provided detailed research for credit applications; run credit checks, and interview and screen individuals for any potential hurdles by meeting with them to gather pertinent information

- Assist managements with various duties as assigned such as tracking, filing, and reviewing documents on a daily basis

- Managed employees’ files, and enter results into each respective database

-Addressed employees’ queries and resolved them in an expedited manner

-Organized and managed events and meetings from concept to delivery, while supervising all operational aspects

- Acted as a liaison between organizations, corporations, and vendors by managing phone systems, and direct incoming calls to their appropriate channels

-Provided on-site support to staff and coordinated all daily business efforts

-Considerable ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy, both orally and in writing, as well as work in a professional manner with peers and management

-Directed, planned, organized and implemented various programs designed to support and to provide security and protection programs and services to the classified material for the Warfighter

-Expert administrative skills requirements and knowledge of how to prepare requisitions maintain and establish files and records systems; create databases and reports; prepare a variety of reports; and perform various administrative support functions. Neuroscience Resource Specialist-Temporary MAR 2014 to MAR 2014 Emory Healthcare Rehabilitation Medicine/ Emory University 40 Hours/week Ensures compliance with research protocols and serves as the resource contact with medical filing, scanning, and imaging to coordinate studies from start-up through close-out. Determine eligibility of and gather consent from study participants according to protocol.

-Realigned patient welfare, safety, health and wellness and counselling plans to better serve the patient/family needs as well as staff

-Assist research professor in neuroscience department with lab work.

-Provide research support by preparing experiments and analyzing data; perform comparative analyses from former experimental data.

-Develop research papers for publication based on experiment results and analysis.

-Hands-on patient care experience in therapeutic settings.

-Patient-oriented, involved in active treatment of PTSD and rehabilitation-related conditions, assisting therapists in patient care.

-on-line continuing education course work in Neuroscience Legal Assistant AUG 2014 to DEC 2014

Internal Revenue Service, Office of Chief Counsel-Austin, TX 40 Hours/week

-Highly skilled in assisting attorneys with managing legal documents; Hands on experience in organizing and managing document productions for litigation; In depth knowledge of preparing documents and performing research activities; Deadline Orientated; and assist in litigation procedures and project management

- Ability to exercise diplomacy, tact, and judgment in interacting with a wide range of constituents

- Well-organized and methodical in approach to problem solving and be able to manage filing/database system; Ability to manage special projects and duties as assigned.

-Prepared, edited, and proofed legal documents in a professional manner.

-Prepared detailed, accurate, and timely monthly billing statements.

-Enhanced client relationships in person and by phone with sensitivity and confidentiality.

-Maintained office records, ordered supplies, and processed mail.

-Drafted decisions, motions, wills and petitions to be filed with the appropriate court.

-Served as liaison between attorneys, clients, healthcare providers, insurance carriers and other law firms.

-Answered telephones, set up appointments, and interviewed clients for case intake.

-Managed calendars and scheduled trials, conferences, and hearings. Clinical Laboratory Scientist JUN 2007 to OCT 2010 Tuskegee/ Montgomery Veterans Affairs Hospital - Tuskegee, AL Professional Phase Clinical Rotation Student 40 Hours/week Instrumental active role as a shadow student to the daily operations in the Department of Pathology Services assigned to Hematology/Coagulation/Urinalysis/ Histology/Phlebotomy/ Immunohematology/ Serology

-Managed reagent inventory including ordering, receiving, inspecting and preparing reagents

-Performed pending workload review periodically during the day; find pending assays and resolve outstanding work prior to the completion of testing for the day

-Recognized/resolved testing irregularities and assisting other Medical Technologists in problem resolution

-Processed incoming samples by ensuring correct labeling, computer log-in, centrifugation, aliquoting, and storage

-Followed the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results

-Strong knowledge of laboratory methodologies, interpretation of results, quality assurance, and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations

-Knowledge of Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP) and other regulatory agency standards within area of responsibility

-Summarizes results of data assessment in a clear, concise manner through tables, plots, and written text.

-Participates in a cross functional team environment to support product development activities and increase productivity of the analytical laboratory.

-Adheres to quality control and quality assurance protocols

-Executed and analyzed tests in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, histology and bacteriology to aid physicians in diagnosing and treating disease.

-Consistently commended for the timely, high-quality completion of both routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens (including blood and other body fluids, skin scrapings and surgical specimens).

-Ensured test-result validity before recording/reporting results, earning a reputation for meticulous attention to detail.

-Demonstrated the ability to communicate test results effectively with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff as a member of interdisciplinary team focused on providing exemplary quality of care.

-Evaluated quality control within laboratory using standard laboratory test and measurement controls, and maintained compliance with CLIA, OSHA, safety and risk-management guidelines.

Library Assistant/ Veterinary Medicine Teaching Assistant MAY 2006-SEP 2009 Tuskegee University

Hollis-Burke Library-30 Hours/week

Encouraged and provided leadership training to inspiring Veterinary Medicine candidates for the Fall Classes of 2008, 2009 in The College of Veterinary Medicine and Hospital; managed access, usage and assist patrons with research needs within the computer laboratory; provided excellent customer service to the local community at the busiest library on the campus; exhibits ethics, hard work, competence and confidence in achieving excellence in service; flexible and welcomes to move around as needed to provide better service to customers

-Assisted a diverse population of patrons with research needs utilizing the library resources, computer database and/or Internet.

-Conducted reference interviews and assess members' needs to efficiently and accurately provide members with materials and data needed.

-Provided recommendations for community connection partnerships to strengthen patron’s participation and local business's support.

-Work within the Learning Resources Department coordinating the lending of library books, reference materials and processing fee payment for members.

-Assisted and trained library patrons on new technology received

-Maintained and troubleshot problems with library equipment including computers, photocopiers, and audiovisual equipment.

-Collected fines and responded to complaints about fines.

-Planned and conducted children’s, youth’s and campus programs, community outreach programs, and other specialized programs such as library tours; worked closely with

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