In-vivo specialist with expertise in a wide range of procedures and techniques. Motivated and methodical Senior Research Associate with extensive track record accomplishing research results to impact planning, innovation, and accountability. Proficient in data capture procedures and action planning. Strong organizational skills and data collection abilities.
Expertise in designing studies for PK and Metabolism analysis
Personnel Training - multiple disciplines, handling, dosing (PO, SQ, IP, IV), sampling, and animal health and wellbeing.
Compound Formulation and ordering - for dosing in DMPK-related studies.
Pioneered new procedures, such as GI layer separation, cell isolation, and assisted with MALDi method development, consisting of sample collection and sectioning.
Provided platform development support for the Antibody-Oligonucleotide Conjugate project, which consisted of tissue sampling and preparation.
Animal management, study initiation, ordering, and monitoring.
Scheduling experimental mouse/rat groups - working directly with project reps.
Participated in multiple project Matrix teams as an In Vivo expert.
LATG certification prep.
Developed and implemented research protocols to evaluate the efficacy of novel therapeutic compounds.
Managed a team of junior researchers by providing guidance and mentorship on experimental design and data analysis.
Performed literature reviews to identify new areas of research and potential collaborators.
Participated in cross-functional project teams to ensure successful completion of projects within timeline and budget constraints.
Trained new personnel on proper laboratory procedures, safety protocols, instrument operation, software applications.
Provided technical assistance with equipment maintenance, troubleshooting methods and quality control processes.
Maintained accurate records of all laboratory activities including experiment results, observations.
Coordinated with external vendors for ordering supplies needed for research projects.
Evaluated existing protocols used in lab operations to recommend changes that will improve efficiency or reduce costs.
Maintained detailed records of experimental protocols and data in laboratory notebooks.
Involved in founding and launching of Take Pride community program at Takeda, SD.
Successfully created a culture of accountability among team members resulting in maintenance of highest standards of lab safety.
Research Associate II
Takeda
San Diego, USA
10.2018 - 03.2020
Company Overview: In Vivo DMPK- San Diego Ca
Rodent Colony Management- Husbandry (basic and extensive)
Responsible for conducting DMPK related studies supporting High level programs-Dosing (IV, PO, SQ and IP), Sampling (Cardiac Puncture, Tail Vein), Sample Processing (Plasma, Homogenization)
Study design- PK, Metabolic
Working knowledge IACUC procedures
In Vivo DMPK- San Diego Ca
Research Associate II
Tocagen
San Diego, USA
02.2016 - 09.2018
Company Overview: In Vivo Oncology- San Diego Ca
Mouse Surgical Procedures- Hamilton Surgeries (In Vivo), Cannulation Surgeries (In Vivo), Splenectomy, Postmortem-Prosecutions