Timothy James Blaszkow
Alexandria VA, 22304
Email: ********.*@*****.***
Experience:
Quality Control Analyst, Meso Scale Diagnostics
June 2010- Present
• Collecting Quality Control data and developing templates to analyze data using statistical techniques, visual techniques, and various other analytical methods
• Conducting Quantitative cytokine, phosphoprotein, and biomarker ELISA style sandwich assays
• Conducting Quantitative and Qualitative analysis of In-process and stability samples of diluents, raw materials, micro-plates, and other materials
• Conducting quantitative and qualitative biological and chemical analyses of materials and reagents
• Implementation of ISO and cGMP controls in a bio-pharma environment
• Managing Process Improvement and Product Development projects from conceptualization through completion while actively communicating status updates throughout the course of the project to upper management
• Producing technical reports to present in interdepartmental meetings to discuss the results of root-cause failure analysis of non-conforming materials, involving analyzing data developing a clear and concise presentation of the information, as well as presenting the analysis to department heads and directors using Microsoft Powerpoint.
• Initiating and conducting CAPA investigations on Non-conforming materials and Out of Specification testing
• Instrument maintenance including Calibration, Daily Diagnostic Testing, Weekly Performance Qualification Testing, and Monthly Maintenance on Micro-plate Readers and Plate Washers
• Conducted Testing for bridging of reagent and plate lots including the statistical analysis of inter-lot signal variability
• Experience in developing and updating databases and summaries using Microsoft Office Suite to maintain accurate records of QC data and testing (Microsoft Access and Excel)
• Developing interdepartmental procedures and documents associated with procedures including SOPs, Forms, and Flowcharts
• Trained to work in BSL-1 and BSL-2 environments
• Conducting peer review of test records, documents, and Materials Verification Forms
• Assisting with batch record paperwork for testing for Kit lots, Plate lots, and new Detection Antibodies
Education:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)
B.S. Biology, December 2009
• Graduated in 3 and a half years
• Course work included quantitative courses such as Biostatistics, Chemistry, Physics, Freshwater Ecology, and Environmental toxicology
• Qualitative course work including insect biology, microbiology, and general biology
• Preparing independent and collaborative research reports
• Conducting experiments based upon defined procedures as well as developing procedures to test original research
• Presenting research findings to classmates, professors, and members of the university research community using Microsoft Powerpoint
Skills:
• Highly developed skills using Microsoft Office Suite products (Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, and OneNote)
• Ability to conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis of data provided in multiple formats
• Conducting statistical analysis using common statistical techniques
• Collecting, reformatting, and analyzing data in formats that are conducive to creating reports, presentations, and able to easily be interpreted to determine status of material
• Operating in cross-functional groups and presenting information to cross departmental committees
• Operation, Calibration, and Maintenance of various laboratory equipment and apparatus
• Operation in accordance with cGMP principles