Justin D'Agnese
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Analytical chemist with 5 years of GMP laboratory experience specializing in packaging components, delivery systems, and solid dosage form drug development. Aiming to drive innovation, optimize processes, and achieve sustainable business objectives through applying proven skills within a challenging environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Scientist II
Pace Life Sciences
Norristown , PA
01.2023 - Current
- Serve as main analytical contact for 6 key clients, facilitating cross functional collaboration to ensure effective execution of contract manufacturing projects
- Lead weekly client meetings, delivering project updates and data analyses
- Proposed new training and lab procedures which streamlined chemist workflow and decreased analyst error by 22%
- Develop and review validation protocols, as well as stability and investigative reports
- Assist in programming of master data and product specifications within LabVantage LIMS software
Scientist I
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Execute and develop HPLC assay, related substance, and dissolution methods for testing of tablet/capsule formulations
- Perform sample analysis using Karl Fischer titration, pH, XRD, and DSC techniques
- Within a team of 8 chemists, independently tested 30% of all laboratory samples logged in 2022
- Appointed to committee focused on enhancing employee engagement, resulting in notable reduction in company turnover since implementation
- Demonstrate advanced proficiency in Empower 3 data acquisition software, utilizing both Agilent and Waters HPLC systems equipped with VWD, PDA, and CAD detectors
Associate Scientist
West Pharmaceutical Services
Exton , PA
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Performed wet chemistry techniques on elastomeric closures specified in USP, EP and JP compendia
- Demonstrated proper documentation in accordance with cGMP and ICH guidelines
- Designed an Excel spreadsheet that recommends vial containment solutions based on input parameters
- Served as lead laboratory trainer for interns and co-op students
Technical Customer Support Intern
04.2018
- Functioned as intermediary between sales department and scientific affairs through conveying technical information on drug-closure compatibility and product development
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Villanova University
Current
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Villanova University
05.2019
Skills
- Time Management
- Technical & Oral Communication
- Empower Software
- Critical Thinking
- Laboratory Management Systems (LIMS)
- Project Organization
Timeline
Scientist II
Pace Life Sciences
01.2023 - Current
Scientist I
07.2021 - 12.2023
Associate Scientist
West Pharmaceutical Services
06.2019 - 07.2021
Technical Customer Support Intern
04.2018
Master of Business Administration -
Villanova University
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Villanova University
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