Adam Mayhew
Thornton,CO
Summary
Experienced Lead Biologist with a successful track record at the FDA, specializing in safeguarding public health through rigorous microbial analysis and risk assessments. Proficient in developing and implementing testing protocols, communicating complex scientific data, and staying updated with regulatory trends. Trusted advisor with over 9 years of experience maintaining confidentiality, committed to ensuring the safety and quality of the nation's food and drug supply.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Biologist (0401-GS-13)
Food And Drug Administration
07.2022 - Current
- Leads team in identifying, distributing, and balancing workload among employees; arranging for team member training; monitors and reports on status and progress of work.
- Tasked with analyzing challenging, unique, and complex samples by conducting thorough research and analysis, leading to the development of new methods or the improvement of existing ones.
- Provides advice concerning methodology problems encountered in the analysis of novel and complex samples to scientists in other Federal agencies, state organizations and private industry.
- Performed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation, and user support for platform and method transitions.
Microbiologist (0403-GS-12)
Food And Drug Administration
12.2014 - 07.2022
- Independently performs scientific microbiological analyses/tests on official samples submitted to the Denver Laboratory.
- Independently selects established methods and procedures to carry out analyses/tests to help make determinations for regulatory monitoring and enforcement purposes.
- Fully trained in methods and procedures for identification of Listeria spp., Salmonella spp., and E-Coli in samples submitted to the laboratory.
- Trained in the following analyses: Cosmetics, PFGE, Virology, Endotoxin, pH/water activity, USP 61/62, USP 2021,2022, 2023.
- Participates in team-based inspections of regulated industry.
Laboratory Technician II
LABS, Inc.
02.2010 - 12.2014
- Conducted and interpreted tests to identify infectious diseases in donor specimens.
- Trained new employees on various infectious disease testing procedures.
- Planned and executed testing procedures in accordance with package insert guidelines.
- Calculated and compiled statistics from Testing Issue Reports (TIRs) to identify and understand issues with training procedures.
- Ensured sample integrity by adhering to CLIA/GMP regulations and maintaining proper sample tracking, preparation, and storage.
- Prepared and compiled information for Quality Assurance inquiries and deviations related to testing procedures, as directed by laboratory management.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences -
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Denver, CO12.2009
Skills
- Data Management
- Time Management
- Communication
- Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Conducts meticulous reviews of food and cosmetic product labels to ensure full compliance with CFR Title 21 regulations.
- A contributor in the ORA Laboratory Tattoo Ink Method Development Project, contributing to the research, findings, and recommendations.
- Developed and presented a training session on Dietary Supplement analysis (USP 2021-2023).
- Working knowledge of instrumentation and methodology involving molecular techniques.
- Served as a member in root-cause investigation of lab contamination.
- Thoroughly reviews and assigns Private Lab packets to guarantee the scientific integrity and validity of submitted private lab analytical packages.
- Participated in the FDA Multi-Lab-Validation of Salmonella PCR.
Timeline
Lead Biologist (0401-GS-13)
Food And Drug Administration
07.2022 - Current
Microbiologist (0403-GS-12)
Food And Drug Administration
12.2014 - 07.2022
Laboratory Technician II
LABS, Inc.
02.2010 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences -
Metropolitan State College of Denver