ADNAN KHAN

+* (***) *** - ****

u5i44g@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

- To advance my career within the biotech industry and further develop the skills necessary to contribute to a company's success in the diagnostic, therapeutic, and research markets.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Bioengineering

University of California, San Diego

Graduated in August 2006

Relevant Coursework

* All Pre-Med Requirements

- Biomechanics - Molecular Biology: Genetics

- Bioengineering Physiology - Cellular Neurobiology

- Principles of Bioinstrumentation - Organic Chemistry Lab

- Bioengineering Lab - Structural Biochemistry

- Biostatistics - Heat & Mass Transfer

QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience with common laboratory techniques: HPLC, UV-Vis, IR Spectrophotometry, Mass Spectrometry, LC/MS, PCR, Western Blot, SDS-PAGE, gel electrophoresis, cell culture

- Languages: C++ - C - HTML - MATLAB - AutoCAD

- Operating Systems: Windows - Apple/MAC

- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word), NovaWeb, NovaManage, Citrix, & LIMS

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: written, oral, and webpage presentations

- Ability to work efficiently in a team environment and independently

- Demonstrated skill in presenting and teaching complex concepts

- Able to read, interpret, apply intricate specifications, and pay attention to detail in a busy environment

EXPERIENCE

Roche Diagnostics, Inc.

Technical Sales Support, Roche Molecular Diagnostics (12/08 - 12/10)

Field Service Engineer, Roche Molecular Diagnostics (5/08 - 12/10)

- Assist sales teams as the technical lead during sales meetings with clients and potential clients

- Install, maintain, and repair bio-analytical and research equipment (automated chemistry and immunochemistry analyzers).

- Manage each installation project and lead the team of engineers for most Cobas c6000s in the western US (Hawaii and Alaska inclusive).

- Collaborate, research, and plan with local sales teams on leads, financial goals, and future revenue potential.

- Assist local engineering teams with preventative maintenance and escalated trouble-shooting.

- Perform site surveys, approve modifications as needed, reconcile connectivity solutions, and resolve IT product problems during the installation process.

- Monitor communication devices while working with local field engineering teams to support technical issues during the installation process.

- Maintain close contact with existing clients and potential clients

- Maintain excellent records of all related activities, expenses, and travel arrangements.

Genentech, Inc.

Quality Control Technician II, QC (8/07 - 4/08)

- Performing analytical, visual, and dimensional inspection of material components in accordance with current material specifications

- Reporting non-conforming material lots

- Collaborate with external department to ensure the timely inspection and release of material lots for use in GMP manufacturing

- Perform data entry of Material Worksheets and update Filemaker database

- Assist in equipment maintenance and calibration

Applera Corporation - Applied Biosystems, Inc.

Scientist I, Internal R&D (12/06 - 4/07)

- Oligonucleotide development utilizing common lab techniques (e.g. HPLC, mass spectrometry, LC/MS, PCR, IR spectrophotometry, and other QA/QC analysis tools) for use in internal genotyping research

- Development of assay and reagent products under an ISO quality system/design control practices

- Analyze data and communicate results in both written and oral form

- Keeping detailed notes, tracking progress of projects and assignments, and meeting strict deadlines

UCSF/UC Berkeley Bioengineering Dept.

Research Intern (Unpaid), Assistant Scientist (6/04 - 8/04)

- Diagnosed and repaired a biaxial machine capable of imparting a specific stress/strain on various materials and tissues to determine physical material properties

- In charge of the Bill of Materials to ensure smooth operation

- Wrote proposals for research funding

- Analyzed preliminary data

Endocrine Technologies Inc.

Intern (Paid), Assistant Scientist (6/04 - 7/04)

- Designed a machine to deliver antibody onto a membrane for the development of specialized testing kits.

- Aid in customized immunochemical assay development utilizing the ELISA technique

- Using liquid chromatography for the separation of compounds within mixtures

- Required detailed note-keeping and calculations, and tracking progress of projects and assignments in order to meet deadlines

Senior Project: Submitted Proposal to NIH

- Proposing a unique, marketable, and profitable device to the NIH for allocation of funds under a small business initiative passed by congress

- Required understanding of existing research and underlying science

- Required knowledge of industry and market to determine market potential and use

- Setting reasonable timelines for the development, testing, and launch of the device

Organic Chemistry Lab, UCSD (4/05 - 6/05)

- Organic molecule separation, extraction, and purification

- Conduct experiments utilizing common techniques (e.g. liquid chromatography, IR spectroscopy, Mass spectrometry, NMR spectrometry, Crystallization, and Chromatography)

- Hours of elemental analysis and identification

- Project planning, risk reduction, and scheduling

Bioengineering Lab, UCSD (4/04 - 6/04)

- Demonstrate the basic concepts of bioengineering design through experimental procedures involving humans, animals and tissues

- Design physiological experiments; analyze & interpret data using statistical/error analysis

- Develop laboratory skills including maintenance of records that are accurate and precise

- Develop scientific writing skills by preparing formal reports describing experimental findings

Engineering Graphics & Design Lab, UCSD (4/03 - 6/03)

- Computer aided drafting and design (CAD) using AutoCAD & Inventor

- Light fabrication using drill presses and sheet metal

- Rapid prototyping using Lasercamm

- Application of physical principles to machine design

- Project planning, risk reduction, and scheduling

- Machine design (including use of fasteners, bearings, motors, and gears)

LANGUAGES

- Fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, & Conversational Spanish

ACTIVITIES & MEMBERSHIPS

- Member, Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES), UCSD

- Assistant Director of Student Affairs, Arusha Project, Inc., UCSD

- Member/Choreographer, UCSD People's Bhangra

- Website development, Building/Troubleshooting PCs, Photography & Imaging

- Weightlifting, Basketball, Football, Baseball, & Reading

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