Angel Moreno
San Jose,CA
Summary
Motivated CLS(student) with a passion for research, development, and patient care in the clinical laboratory sciences. Demonstrated success by completing Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry at SJSU. Participated in multiple research experiences learning to communicate and collaborate effectively in a laboratory setting. Experienced background utilizing techniques and practices in Immunology, Microbiology, and Molecular Biology. Currently finishing Clinical Laboratory Scientist certification in 2024. Passionate on contributing reliable diagnosis and treatment as a CLS and improving patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Stanford Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
- Competent in reading blood culture stains as well as blood extraction, identification with MALDI, and setting up appropriate susceptibilities and media.
- Competent in identifying urinary pathogens in urine cultures using Chrom agar, MALDI and setting up appropriate susceptibilities
- Experience in Biomerieux molecular diagnostic tests such as GI PCR, Meningitidis/Encephalitis PCR, and Global Fever.
- Skilled in Cepheid molecular diagnostic tests such as MRSA PCR, Vaginal PCR, and Norovirus PCR.
- Proficient in MALDI-TOF operation from cultures or from extraction(blood).
- Competent in Microscan and Vitek instrument utilization and reporting of results.
CLS Student Internship
Stanford Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
- Knowledgeable in technology and practices used in Hematology, Transfusion, Chemistry, and Microbiology
- Demonstrated proficiency in completing the training requirements
- Actively engaged in learning laboratory practices
- Validation of new QC lots
Life Science Research Professional
Stanford University
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Development of PCR molecular assays utilized by the Clinical Laboratory for Patient testing (Legionella PCR)
- Publication in Clinical Infectious Diseases Journal (CID) for Fungal/Mold PCR assay
- Publication in Clinical Microbiology journal (JCM) for Pneumocystis jirovecii plasma PCR assay
- Publication in MED for Near-fatal Legionella Pneumonia in a Neonate
- Communicated effectively with CLS on development of validation assays
- Exposure to Microbiology Clinical lab workflow, terminology, and instrumentation usage
- Discussed project progression and suggestions on a weekly basis with mentor Dr Banaei.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Research Assistant
Santa Clara University
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Managed Dr Hess's lab as Lab Manager and participated in Dr Stephen's lab
- Dr Hess's research entailed identifying genetic variations within S. cerevisiae strains seeking evolutionary patterns to help understand genetic basis of diseases
- Investigated biological pathways of CYS 4 gene found in all S. cerevisiae yeast strains domestic/nature and integrating into different yeast backgrounds
- Kept diligent notes from each day of lab work summarizing work done with good documentation practices
- Planned, modified, and performed research techniques, procedures, and tests
- Summarized search results by preparing written reports, graphs, fact sheets and tables
- Oversaw undergraduate students research with focus on conceptual understanding, safety guidelines, and lab work.
Education
Post Baccalaureate - Clinical Laboratory Science
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry (concentration In Biochemistry)
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12.2017
Skills
- Real-time PCR
- RT-PCR
- Gel Electrophoresis
- DNA and RNA extraction
- Adept with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, EPIC
- Knowledgeable in Chimera, Chemdraw, Python, Geneious, BLAST, 4Peaks, PRISM
- Ordering reagents/kits through Quartzy, IDT, Sequetech
- Research design and Manuscript/Protocol development
- Data collection, analysis, and validation
- Project Management
- Good Clinical Practice
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Stanford Healthcare
04.2024 - Current
CLS Student Internship
Stanford Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
Life Science Research Professional
Stanford University
08.2020 - 01.2023
Research Assistant
Santa Clara University
07.2019 - 08.2020
Post Baccalaureate - Clinical Laboratory Science
San Jose State University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry (concentration In Biochemistry)
San Jose State University
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