Clinical Research Data Analysis

Jamal Thomas

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QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

Highly motivated and technically proficient Biologist with more than 10 years of industry experience, including 6 years of laboratory testing, 3 years of data analysis, and 2 years of teaching experience. Very eager to expand professional skills in other areas of clinical research and learn new job functions. Recognized for effectiveness at building strong, networked relationships, strong

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Histotechnician: Regional Pathologist PC, NJ May2024-Current

Assists lead pathologists and independently performs technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides and dissection of surgical specimens according to gross processes and procedures.

Prepares sections of human tissue for multiple pathology diagnostic studies and consistently operates tissue processors and tissue embedding units to perform tissue embedding and Cryostat sectioning.

Manages and generates tested specimens for microscopic review on behalf of managed care organizations, hospitals, government agencies, pharmaceutical drug companies, and employers per safety operating procedures and protocols.

Substitute Teacher: ESS, CT January 2023-Current

Taught and supervised absent teachers’ classrooms of 25-30 students by facilitating lesson plans, completing progress reports, and managing student behaviors as needed.

Assessed student’s understanding and learning both formally and informally and mentored students through planned activities, while tending to their educational needs.

Applied appropriate teaching strategies in the classroom with various skill levels and lead classroom activities while ensuring a safe and effective learning environment.

Phlebotomist: MindLance, CT December 2023-May 2024

Identify patients ensuring accurate patient identification and insurance coverage.

Data input of patient health information, diagnosis codes, lab orders and any special requirements :

Blood Collection: Using needles and other equipment draw blood from patients. Preserve patient health and maintain sample quality.

Sample Labeling and Handling: Correctly label blood samples with patient information. Ensure samples are sent promptly for testing

Lab Technician: Genco Labs, Branford, CT March 2022 - December 2022

Manages accessioning of patient urine samples and inputs Personal Health Information (PHI).

Maintains an inventory of laboratory supplies and various lab maintenance tasks as needed to support the lab.

Conducts preliminary toxicology screening of urine samples.

Pick up, manage and transport biohazardous materials to desired location and vendor.

Monthly QA audits for laboratory records, patient results and equipment information.

Histology Technician (AHS Staffing): LabCorp Shelton, CT November 2019 August 2020

Assists lead pathologists and independently performs technical duties related to the production of histopathological slides and dissection of surgical specimens according to gross processes and procedures.

Prepares sections of human tissue for multiple pathology diagnostic studies and consistently operates tissue processors and tissue embedding units to perform tissue embedding and Cryostat sectioning.

Manages and generates tested specimens for microscopic review on behalf of managed care organizations, hospitals, government agencies, pharmaceutical drug companies, and employers per safety operating procedures and protocols.

Substitute Teacher/Extended Learning Program Facilitator: Danbury Public Schools January 2017-January 2018

Taught and supervised absent teachers’ classrooms of 25-30 students by facilitating lesson plans, completing progress reports, and managing student behaviors as needed.

Assessed student’s understanding and learning both formally and informally and mentored students through planned activities, while tending to their educational needs.

Applied appropriate teaching strategies in the classroom with various skill levels and lead classroom activities while ensuring a safe and effective learning environment.

Laboratory Technician Genewiz: South Plainfield NJ August 2016 - November 2016

Performed and prepared buffer reagents, various study related solutions, and DNA templates for amplification, PCR purification, and sanger sequencing.

Processed customer samples while adhering to strict laboratory SOPs to ensure quality standards in the industry and maintained customer communications via email.

Generated records and reports for analysis for all projects assigned to accelerate scientific discovery and delivering innovative solutions for translational medicine and healthcare.

Laboratory Technician: (Ranstad) Avon Research and Development, NY March 2016 - May 2016

Collaborated with fellow associates and lead scientists to develop new products in the areas of Skin Care, Personal Care, Fragrance and Color Cosmetics.

Managed the preparation of emulsions, oils, lotions, and creams while also conducting stability studies, tested pH, viscosity, and specific gravity of products according to company SOPs.

Maintained and updated laboratory notebook as required and managed partnerships with internal research safety groups through all phases of product development.

Technician III (YOH): Boehringer Ingelheim, Ridgefield, CT August 2015 October 2015

Assisted with the management of toxicokinetic studies under Non-clinical Drug Safety (NDS) that included, but is not limited to sample handling, processing of multiple blood plasma samples, and contributed to various project aspects as needed.

Collaborated with the cross-disciplinary team to complete GLP toxicology studies including acute systemic toxicity, IND enabling studies, and dose escalation studies.

Performed various quality control and safety procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations.

Lab Technician (Temp CDI): Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Tarrytown, NY December 2014 - July 2015

Collaborated with laboratory supervisors for data analysis and extrapolating data for presentations and project progression towards optimizing a pre-existing Hepatitis B immunoassay.

Managed laboratory testing within an analytical chemistry laboratory which includes, but is not limited to diagnostic testing, instrument systems testing and maintenance, qualification and validation analysis and preparation of reagents and buffers.

Developed and determined measured levels of positive base pool, assay standards, and assay calibrations using Siemens Centaur XP and Centaur CP.

Laboratory Technician MAZE Fertility Laboratories, Purchase NY September 2012 February 2013

Directed specimen analysis on patient samples through laboratory testing including concentration analysis, motility, cytopathology, fructose and variability analysis, and urinalysis with infectious disease cultures.

Performed proper sterile arm preparation, quality phlebotomy technique, and obtained accurate blood collection for diagnostic testing as required by site physician.

Generated and maintained records of patient inventory, ordered general laboratory supplies, and managed quality control of samples, as needed.

Laboratory Research Assistant: Pace University, Pleasantville,

Conducted independent research to identify genes that mediate the morphological differentiation in the developing nervous system.

Managed 3-5 day old Danio Rerio (Zebrafish) embryos as a model for genetic testing.

Routinely completed tasks for Animal Husbandry and various tasks for Aquarium Upkeep.

EDUCATION

Pace University: Dyson College of Arts & Science, Pleasantville, NY

Bachelor of Science (B.S): Biology Concentration: Molecular and Cellular Biology

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