Scientist/Project Manager

Jeffery Smith

Raleigh, NC 919-***-**** **********@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/homeofjeff2017/

EXPERIENCED SCIENTIST AND PROJECT MANAGER

Accomplished scientist with a strong background in project management, technical writing, and problem solving. Proven ability to manage and execute multiple projects concurrently. Skilled in developing and optimizing processes with mechanical and machine coding experience. Leadership experience includes overseeing a successful non-profit and organizing large-scale charity events. Strong communicator with expertise in sales as well as creating clear and concise technical documentation. A well-rounded skill set adaptable to diverse challenges.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Lab Management Goal Setting Task Prioritization Supply Chain Management Training and Development Written and Oral Communication Problem Solving Independent Work Team Collaboration Supplier and Customer Relations Regulatory Compliance (FDA, DEA) Microsoft Office Suite Visual Basic Scratch Programming Data Analysis Troubleshooting Mechanical Repair Technology Transfer Website Setup and Maintenance Process improvement Quality testing Stakeholder Management Cross Functional Group Management Public Speaking

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SGC-UNC, Chapel Hill, NC 09/2020 – 05/2025

Scientist

Tested chemistry against multiple drug targets for a lab of around 15 Chemists working on a $100 million grant.

Led a project management team to develop an in-house liability/selectivity assay, resulting in a partnership with Promega Corp to beta-test a new selectivity assay which they now market worldwide.

Led multiple efforts to create new to the world assays for understudied drug targets resulting in new products and allowing new grant applications.

Oak City Mills, Raleigh, NC 01/2020 – Present

Self-employment COO

Launched a business focused on establishing acorn flour as a food source and natural dye.

Designed company logo, packaging, and sourced raw materials.

Established testing methodology, product stability, and release parameters.

Ensured compliance with business regulations and government import regulations.

Praetego Inc., Durham, NC 04/2019 – 11/2019

Scientist

Conducted research to test lead molecules for diabetes, setting up a lab from scratch with a limited budget.

Achieved the three testing goals of the position and completed all required testing, but results showed the candidate was not viable.

Biogen/Kelly Services, Durham, NC 01/2018 – 10/2018

Manufacturing Sciences Associate

In addition to QC testing of raw materials, authored technical documents for the department, including analytical method SOPs, method validations, and instrument selection criteria documents.

Led cross department instrument selection project. This type of cooperative effort had not been successful in the past. Coordinated installation, operational and performance quality tests (IQ OQ PQ)

Provided stability testing knowledge and support which prevented a potential product launch delay.

Icagen Labs/ Advanced Recruiting Partners, Durham, NC 11/2016 – 9/2017

Scientist

Managed and executed scientific research in a high-throughput lab at a contract research organization (CRO).

Collaborated with molecular biology teams to screen newly created clones, expanding research capabilities.

Coordinated with stakeholder companies through meetings and summary reports to ensure alignment.

UNC Genetics Department, Chapel Hill, NC 11/2015 – 11/2016

Research Assistant

Managed the ORFeome project core lab, coordinating deliverables for five collaborating labs in a $20 million project.

Developed and implemented detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the project, which helped detect an error in the current process which had stalled progress.

Created and maintained inventory control systems and process tracking tools using Microsoft Office.

Organized and streamlined workflow across multiple teams, ensuring timely completion of project milestones.

Alera Labs and Drug and Device Development Solutions, Durham, NC 7/2015 – 10/2015

HTS Consultant / Formulation Assistant

Consulted on HTS automation and assisted with protein purification assay.

Instead of automating the current procedure, found ready-made kit to save time and money, trained staff on its use. This saved both time and money, and vastly increased throughput.

Created documentation, including SOPs.

DLNOW Charity, Durham, NC 3/2011 – 6/2014

Director

Directed a charity gala for people with special needs, managing logistics, volunteers, and sponsors.

Coordinated donations, medical services, catering, photography, and entertainment.

GlaxoSmithKline, Durham, NC 06/2001 – 7/2011

Senior Scientist

Led a small team to design and implement a method for creating assay-ready plates, leveraging robotics, to support a team of approximately 30 scientists, resulting in a four-fold increase in throughput capacity. Successfully transferred the technology to another department for further utilization.

Initiated and managed cross-functional leadership following a restructuring within the virology group, educating virology on assay department capabilities and aligning efforts with specific program needs. Enhanced communication, increasing the virology group’s awareness and utilization of available services.

Directed the development and optimization of high-throughput assays, integrating new technologies to reduce radiation usage and bring the cost per well below 7 cents. Led lab testing, assay optimization, method validation, and data analysis, contributing to technical reports and improving overall assay efficiency.

Conducted comprehensive performance evaluations of new technologies, ensuring that improvements in assay performance aligned with cost-reduction goals.

Played a key role in troubleshooting and optimizing instrumentation and workflows to further streamline assay processes and improve overall lab output.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and maintain the highest standards of safety and quality control.

EDUCATION

Master of Science (MS) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Attended on USDA Biotechnology fellowship for top incoming students

Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry

Attended on Presidential full scholarship to top attending student from high school

Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, KY

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