Amanda Bridge
Charleston,SC
Summary
Motivated bioinformatics scientist with a strong drive to excel in the field. Proficient in hands-on laboratory work and data analysis. Skilled in utilizing multiple coding languages to enhance research and clinical outcomes. Committed to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements and discoveries in the industry, ensuring accurate and efficient data interpretation. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovative solutions and contribute to impactful discoveries for patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Technologist
Medical University of South Carolina
2023.11 - Current
- Performed DNA extraction on various types of samples.
- Conducted NGS testing on two separate cancer panels.
- Managed data collection and analysis for QC purposes.
- Streamlined data generation process through automation of existing pipelines.
- Validated and implemented new NGS analysis software.
- Calculated statistics for test results and turn-around times on a regular basis.
- Implemented configuration changes on a new server and integrated it into existing pipelines.
- Performed micro-array tests for both cancer detection and constitutional analysis.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Precision Molecular Solutions
2021.01 - 2023.10
- Coordinated with the Laboratory Director to validate new assays for cancer, pharmacogenomics (PGx), and viral detection.
- Co-developed and validated germline detection of variants for cancer genomics (CGx) testing using Next-Generation Sequencing.
- Conducted pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing on various clinical samples, aiding in the selection of appropriate medications for a wide range of drug classes.
- Partnered with developers in creating innovative features and streamlined workflows for our internally developed LIMS system.
- Conducted data collection for cancer genomics reports.
- Curated and annotated in-house database of drug-gene and drug-drug interactions.
- Utilized analytical skills to process open array and NGS clinical data.
- Utilized a document control system to develop and update SOPs.
- Developed and implemented a CAP compliant biorepository system
- Implemented safety protocols leading to increased compliance with regulations and decreased incidents at workplace.
- Promoted to Clinical Laboratory Team from Accessioning Team Lead.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Biological Science -
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SCMaster of Science - Bioinformatics
New York University
New York City, NY05.2024
Skills
- Python
- R
- Linux
- Docker
- LIMS
- NGS analysis
- EPIC
- Pipeline creation
- Microsoft Office
- Medical Terminology
- Equipment testing and calibration
- Quality Control
Certification
CITI Certification: Human Research - Social and Behavior Researchers, 02/2018
ASCP Molecular Biology, 11/2024
Timeline
Medical Technologist
Medical University of South Carolina
2023.11 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Precision Molecular Solutions
2021.01 - 2023.10
Bachelor of Science, Biological Science -
University of South Carolina
Master of Science - Bioinformatics
New York University
CITI Certification: Human Research - Social and Behavior Researchers, 02/2018
ASCP Molecular Biology, 11/2024
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