Alanya Nardone
Tampa,FL
Summary
A scientific professional with keen eye for detail and precision in laboratory settings. Proven ability to uphold high standards of quality control and deliver reliable test results. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic environments. Skilled in analytical techniques and problem-solving.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Laboratory Technician
Tropical Labs
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Responsible for the QC testing release of raw materials, bulk in-process materials, and finished products
- Perform organoleptic and physical properties in-house testing and managed outsourced testing samples that are sent to approved 3rd party laboratories
- Organize quality documentation and retain sample storage to maintain efficient access and traceability
- Responsible for DI Water System Routine Testing to ensure production runs according to schedule
- Maintain QC laboratory in a ready state for on demand production testing resulting in efficient turnaround times for critical releases while upholding quality standards
- Performed calibrations on laboratory equipment as scheduled
- Key trainer for production staff in implementing new processes to reduce errors and enforce cGMP and good documentation practices
- Perform additional supervisor-level tasks that include reviewing and approving batch records to ensure procedures have been followed and that quality has been maintained during production
- Raise Out-of-Specification investigations and nonconformances and complete them in a timely manner
- Attend daily/weekly company team meetings to discuss new products, production scheduling, and any quality issues
Graduate Student Teaching Assistant
Florida State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted in the Organic Lab and Biochemistry Recitation.
- Aided in the education of students by implementing laboratory techniques and understanding complex chemical reactions.
- Successfully guided students through office hours and provided quality feedback to enhance their understanding and success.
- Monitored student behavior during class time to ensure the safety of all participants.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers by providing meaningful feedback.
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Florida Southern College
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted in the Organic Lab
- Advised undergraduate students on tips for report writing and laboratory practices
- Assisted in ensuring laboratory safety was upheld and students were educated on proper waste management and safety protocols
Laboratory Prep Student
Florida Southern College
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Built trusted professional relationships with teachers using strong listening and engagement skills.
- Maintained cleanliness of laboratory and tested safety equipment
- Prepped and executed experiments in preparation for inorganic and organic laboratories.
Education
Master of Science - Chemistry
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL05.2022
Skills
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing Processes
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Laboratory Supervision
- Liquid Chromatography
- Method Development
- Wet Laboratory Techniques
- Laboratory Safety
- Chemical handling
- Spectroscopy techniques
Research
Graduate Student Researcher
Florida State University, 12/2022-05/2024
Project: Protein dynamics in multidomain enzymes
- Developed and optimized an enzymatic continuous kinetic assay leading to a better understanding of the protein dynamics of the human enzyme.
- Executed critical troubleshooting of an HPLC assay, successfully identifying a preliminary protocol.
- Aided in the writing of 2 enzymatic scientific publications in 2 peer-reviewed journals.,
- Wrote and developed protocols for instrumentation and experiments for successful data collection and advanced the lab’s capability to utilize the UV-VIS, HPLC and FPLC for other projects by resolving technical issues,
- Mentored 2 graduate researchers on an enzymatic assay project to develop their techniques and instrumentation for future projects.
Undergraduate Researcher
Florida Southern College, 09/2020-05/2022
Project: Organic Synthesis and Medicinal Chemistry Application
- Contributed to the development of new protocols that increased the synthesization of organic compounds.
- Troubleshot critical protocols in the identification and detection of organic compounds utilizing GC-MS., Prepared detailed reports and presentations summarizing research findings to contribute to the expanding scientific community.
Publications
- Zhu, W.; Nardone, A.J.; Pearce, L.A. Advances in Human Bifunctional Glutamine-Hydrolyzing Synthetases and Their Therapeutic Potential. Frontiers in Chemical Biology 3, (2024) https://doi.org/10.3389/fchbi.2024.1410435
- Coricello, A., Nardone, A.J., Lupia, A. et al. 3D variability analysis reveals a hidden conformational change controlling ammonia transport in human asparagine synthetase. Nat Commun 15, 10538 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-54912-9
Conferences
Southeastern Enzyme Conference (04/2024)
Poster Presentation: Identification of a tunnel residue that controls the activity of Human Asparagine Synthetase
Southeastern Enzyme Conference (04/2023)
Poster Presentation: Sequence and Structure Analysis of Asparagine Synthetase and its Related Enzymes
Florida Undergraduate Research Conference (02/2022)
Poster Presentation: An Evaluation of a Greener Synthesis of (E) and (Z) Isomers of Stilbene and its Inhibition and Potency Tendencies Against Ovarian Cancer Cell Lines
Florida Annual Meeting and Exhibition Conference (09/2021)
Poster Preference: An Evaluation of a Greener Synthesis of Stilbene Compounds Exhibiting Anti-Cancer Characteristics
Florida Undergraduate Research Conference (02/2021)
Poster Presentation: The Green Synthesis and Evaluation of Isoindolinyl Moiety Variations Exhibiting Anti-Cancer Properties
Florida Conference of Historians (02/2020)
Presentation: Homicide in Florida 1894-1901
Timeline
Quality Control Laboratory Technician
Tropical Labs
07.2024 - 01.2025
Graduate Student Teaching Assistant
Florida State University
08.2022 - 05.2024
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Florida Southern College
01.2021 - 05.2022
Laboratory Prep Student
Florida Southern College
08.2020 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Chemistry
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Florida Southern College
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