Alexander J. DeCoste
Summary
Meticulous QC Analyst with robust expertise in microbiology assays and LabWare 8 BioLIMS. Demonstrates proficiency in orchestrating urgent testing and maintaining compliance in classified environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
QC Analyst I
Boston Analytical
Salem, NH
01.2022 - Current
- Executes multiple assays for microbiology quality control
- Coordinates urgent testing with campus wide personnel to ensure minimal disruption
- Responsible for operation, managing, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies
Managed Service Operations Analyst
Fidelity National Information Services
Jacksonville, FL
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Supported the implementation and maintenance of service management tools
- Facilitated communication between internal teams and external vendors to resolve issues and improve service
- Managed and optimized service operations processes, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs
Environmental Monitoring Technician
Boston Analytical
Salem, NH
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Performed environmental monitoring of critical utilities and classified spaces
- Collaborated with laboratory staff to ensure all sampling deadlines were met
- Responsible for operation, managing, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies
Associate Scientist
Novabioassays. LLC
Woburn, MA
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Executed bioanalytical assays using LC-MS for quantitative and qualitative analysis
- Wrote method SOPs, method qualification reports and sample analysis reports
- Responsible for operation, managing, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies
Research and Development Intern
EMD Millipore
Bedford, MA
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Compiled and maintained a software issue database for new product development
- Completed testing on multiple filters to calibrate prototype integrity testing machines
- Worked with 10-15 fellow engineers to resolve issues with excessive heat in product design
Research Assistant Level AP2
Booz Allen Hamilton
Lexington, MA
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Worked on a team of 5 employees doing security and risk analysis for US Air Force internet infrastructure
- Updated references for multiple USAF internet security procedure manuals
- Granted secret level United States Government Security Clearance
Education
B.S. - Biological Engineering/Natural Resource Engineering
The Pennsylvania State University: College of Engineering
University Park, PA05.2019
Skills
- LabWare 8 BioLIMS
- Gowning/PPE for classified spaces
- Quality control microbiology assays
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Managed Service Operations Analyst
Fidelity National Information Services
06.2023 - 02.2025
QC Analyst I
Boston Analytical
01.2022 - Current
Environmental Monitoring Technician
Boston Analytical
04.2021 - 01.2022
Associate Scientist
Novabioassays. LLC
09.2019 - 03.2020
Research and Development Intern
EMD Millipore
06.2015 - 08.2016
Research Assistant Level AP2
Booz Allen Hamilton
06.2013 - 08.2013
B.S. - Biological Engineering/Natural Resource Engineering
The Pennsylvania State University: College of Engineering
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