Addison R. Black
Madison,WI
Summary
Certified Clinical Laboratory Scientist with 4 years of experience currently employed as a Research Associate in Cambridge, MA covering library construction, target enrichments, sequencing and pre-analytical processes. Eager and enthusiastic team player looking for experience in molecular biology and research development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Associate II
Exact Sciences
07.2022 - Current
- Develops short variant section of MCED assay through wet lab experiments such as fragmentation, library construction, target enrichment, normalization and next generation sequencing on over 4000 samples.
- Generates QC metrics of necessary controls and 4 general use reagents lots for transfer to Baltimore and Madison laboratories.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
Certified Clinical Lab Scientist II
Exact Sciences Laboratories
09.2020 - Current
- Performs high complexity testing on over 200 Cologuard samples per day to ensure patient results are as accurate as possible.
- Able to multitask, while maintaining sample integrity and precision.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with a wide variety of individuals across different disciplines and departments.
- Trained over 15 new employees on areas of technical expertise and compliance issues relevant to lab setting.
Study Technician
Covance Laboratories
Madison, WI
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Extensively trained in large animal dosing for pharmaceutical drug testing including gavage, IV starting, subcutaneous injections, intradermal and intramuscular.
- Maintained clear observations on health monitoring of over 300 animals and records via database in a timely fashion.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies
The University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI05.2020
National University of Ireland
GalwayBachelor of Science - Health & Human Physiology
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, IASkills
- Literature Reviews
- Good Laboratory Practice
- Sample Processing
- Research and Analysis
Certification
- ASCP MB Certified | 03/22
- Artel Pipette Accuracy Certification | 01/23
- Dean's List School of Human Ecology | 2018-2020
Timeline
Research Associate II
Exact Sciences
07.2022 - Current
Certified Clinical Lab Scientist II
Exact Sciences Laboratories
09.2020 - Current
Study Technician
Covance Laboratories
06.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Studies
The University of Wisconsin-Madison
National University of Ireland
Bachelor of Science - Health & Human Physiology
The University of Iowa