Aliyah Butler
Hermosa Beach,CA
Summary
Experienced with microbial analysis, laboratory techniques, and research methodologies. Utilizes microbiological skills to drive scientific discovery and innovation. Knowledge of microbial physiology and laboratory safety, ensuring rigorous and reliable results.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Microbiologist
NAMSA
07.2024 - Current
- Perform environmental monitoring of clean rooms ISO grades 5, 6 and 8
- Review environmental monitoring samples and record data
- Data entry and trending
- Maintain lab equipment and monitor inventory
- Review and edit Standard Operating Procedures as necessary
- Follow GDP to ensure integrity and traceability of data
- Independently perform routine test article/product preparation
- Perform required sterility specific testing
- Reduce contamination risk by maintaining a sterile laboratory environment and adhering to safety protocols.
- Improved quality control measures by identifying areas of improvement in sample handling and storage processes.
Manufacturing Associate
Takeda
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Support Cell Culture/Fractionation operations to produce a bulk drug substance product
- Execute all processes in the production area while strictly adhering to cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines
- Complete relevant paperwork following GDP/GMP guidelines
- Perform process equipment cleaning and organization within the pre-viral department
- Disinfect cleanroom as necessary
Pipette Calibration Technician
Kite Pharma
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Attended meetings to discuss projects with clients, contractors, and management
- Performing calibrations and preventative maintenance on pipettes and similar liquid delivery systems
- Troubleshooting instrumentation
- Entering data into Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager (RAM)
- Training annually on Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) training
Lab Technician
Biomeme, Inc
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Perform nucleic acid-based assays utilizing nucleic acid extraction methods and qPCR in the Molecular Biology clinical laboratory
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results
- Document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results
- Worked closely with leads and supervisors to ensure project needs were fulfilled and budgets were honored
- Perform all duties of the Laboratory Safety Officer
Clinical Lab Technician
LabCorp
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Perform RT-PCR assay of samples in CAP and FDA-approved laboratory
- Receive samples and scan into the appropriate computer program (SIS, LCLS, LCWS)
- Aliquot samples into a 96-well plate for further analysis
- Performed DNA isolation procedures to prepare samples for testing to determine the presence of SARS-CoV-2 strain or lack thereof
- Operate Hamilton Microlab STAR for pre-PCR
- Load samples into the QuantStudio7 for qPCR analysis
- Operate the Tecan Liquid Handling machine to pool samples for further testing
Neurobiology Lab Assistant
University of Michigan
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Prepare reagents and fixed skin samples for microscopic examination using the cryostat; perform lab tests such as PCR, antibody staining, western blots
- Performed ELISA to attempt to detect glial transcriptional changes in drosophila melanogaster
- Investigate atypical results and discrepancies to determine where further testing is required
- Performed flow cytometry analysis to identify stages of cell differentiation in mouse keratinocytes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI07.2021
Skills
- Sterility Assurance
- Environmental Monitoring
- Data Analysis
- Cleanroom Gowning Procedures
- Microbiological Testing
- Plate Reading
- Proficient in PCR
- Good Laboratory Practices
- Good Documentation Practices
Timeline
Associate Microbiologist
NAMSA
07.2024 - Current
Manufacturing Associate
Takeda
04.2024 - 06.2024
Pipette Calibration Technician
Kite Pharma
07.2023 - 01.2024
Lab Technician
Biomeme, Inc
02.2022 - 10.2022
Clinical Lab Technician
LabCorp
10.2021 - 02.2022
Neurobiology Lab Assistant
University of Michigan
12.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
University of Michigan
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