Alexa Bauman
Indianapolis,USA
Summary
Experienced and driven associate scientist with specialized skills in the extraction and analysis of analytes in both validation and sample analysis assays. Developed proficiency and accuracy in running assays and contributed to overall success of site. Looking to leverage skills at an innovative pharmaceutical company developing novel drug targets.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Facilitator
Q2 Solutions
05.2024 - Current
- Study Setup and Planning: Assist the Project Manager by attending meetings, preparing minutes and action logs, and drafting protocol-specific lab instructions
- Oversee setup of centralized monitoring requirements under supervision
- Activity Monitoring and Closeout: Manage routine tasks for studies, including site loading, Investigator Portal access, kit shipments, and daily performance monitoring
- Collaborate with teams to resolve queries and issues promptly
- Performance Feedback: Use monitoring tools to identify trends and provide feedback on Investigator site performance and services
- Assist with administrative tasks for the Project Manager
- Stakeholder Communication: Coordinate communications with stakeholders and lead customer interactions in the Project Manager's absence
- Oversee project closeout activities
- Meetings and Training: Represent the company in meetings and audits
- Support training for sites, CRAs, and customers as needed
- Quality Assurance: Ensure outputs meet organizational standards and customer expectations
Associate Scientist, Lab Operations
Q2 Solutions
08.2022 - Current
- Perform and document analytical procedures per SOPs and regulatory guidelines
- Conduct routine data analysis to ensure compliance with expectations and tolerances
- Identify and document performance errors, escalating issues to senior personnel
- Prepare data for LIMS upload under senior guidance
- Assist with quality investigations, deviations, and resolutions
- Prepare buffers and solutions as needed
- Help review and update lab procedures and techniques
- Mentor entry-level staff and support onboarding
- Conduct calibration and maintenance of lab equipment as assigned
- Provide hands-on training for lab personnel in areas of expertise
- Assist in procedural development and implementation of changes
- Notify inventory staff of supply shortages
- Represent the lab team in cross-functional projects
- Maintain clear, accurate, and timely communication with stakeholders
- Engage in continuing education through self-study and training sessions
- Support safety, quality, and 6S initiatives
- Comply with company procedures and regulatory standards
Project Management and Medical Affairs Intern
Kartos Therapeutics
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Answer phone inquiries, direct calls, and provide basic company information; oversee mail deliveries, packages, and couriers
- Perform clerical duties, take memos, maintain files, and organize documents; photocopy, fax, etc
- As needed
- Assist in preparing information and research materials; create and maintain PowerPoint presentations
- Take notes and memos during meetings; type documents, drafts, and reports; sort and manage files
- Run general industry related errands
- Manage databases and input information, data, and records
- Research and gather documentation on company position in the industry
- Set up, break down, organize, and maintain conference rooms, training rooms, and meeting rooms; update company calendars
- Attend company functions and networking events
- Shadow multiple office positions and train in a variety of tasks
- Update and post supervised social media and website content; respond to web correspondence, social media posts, and emails
Water Conservation Intern
San Jose Water Company
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Visited customer homes and helped them save water by reviewing irrigation schedules and checked for water leaks
- Provided office level support, completed spreadsheets regarding audit paperwork, entered data collected during water meter reads
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN05.2022
Skills
- ELN LIMS
- Protein Precipitation
- Extraction
- Liquid-Liquid Extraction
- Solid Phase Extraction
- Stock Preparation
- LC/MS Experienced
- FDA Codes Experienced
- Hazardous Waste Handling and Disposal
- Organization of Materials
- Knowledge of Equipment use
- Experimental Design Experienced
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Data Analysis
- Collaborative learning
- Curriculum Development
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Program Facilitator
Q2 Solutions
05.2024 - Current
Associate Scientist, Lab Operations
Q2 Solutions
08.2022 - Current
Project Management and Medical Affairs Intern
Kartos Therapeutics
05.2022 - 08.2022
Water Conservation Intern
San Jose Water Company
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Indiana University
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