Bella Lapuaho

• Provided technical support to laboratory staff and students in the use of equipment and techniques.
• Maintained records of laboratory inventory, chemicals, hazardous waste disposal, and safety protocols.
• Conducted quality control tests and monitored results for accuracy.
• Performed routine maintenance on lab equipment and maintained a log of activities.
• Assisted in the preparation of reports summarizing lab operations, research findings, and other data related to experiments.
• Coordinated with vendors regarding product orders, delivery timelines, and pricing information.
• Developed standard operating procedures for laboratory personnel to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Ensured that all laboratory personnel were properly trained in laboratory safety protocols prior to conducting experiments or handling hazardous materials.
• Monitored the storage areas for proper labeling of chemicals and equipment according to safety standards.
• Documented experimental methods used during research projects conducted in the lab.
• Managed budgets associated with purchasing new equipment or supplies needed for ongoing research projects or experiments.
• Collaborated with scientists on various research projects by providing assistance with testing protocols or troubleshooting issues as they arise.
• Implemented new technologies into the laboratory environment while ensuring compatibility with existing systems.
• Provided guidance to junior researchers on how to interpret test results correctly.
• Reviewed data from completed experiments for accuracy before submitting them for publication.
• Scheduled regular meetings between members of the lab team to review progress on ongoing projects.
• Compiled reports detailing any incidents involving unsafe working conditions or improper use of laboratory equipment.
• Advised researchers on best practices when using lab instruments or conducting experiments.
• Investigated any potential hazards present within the workspace and took corrective action as necessary.
• Created training materials for new employees regarding proper usage of lab instruments and safety guidelines.
• Maintained detailed records and completed regular reports for operations, accounting and human resources needs.
• Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns.
• Conferred with scientists regularly to understand and meet specific needs.
• Oversaw subject preparation for experiments and maintained strict safety standards.
• Coordinated recruitment, paperwork, and payments for laboratory participants.
• Managed equipment, building areas, and inventory to keep facility running at peak levels.
• Defined priorities, delegated tasks and planned workflow for laboratory personnel.
• Established and managed quality control program covering laboratory activities.
• Maintained compliance with laboratory, company and legal regulations.
• Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
• Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
• Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
• Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
• Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
• Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
• Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
• Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
• Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
• Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
• Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
• Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
• Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
• Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
• Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
• Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
• Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
• Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
• Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
• Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
• Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.

Developed and wrote standard procedures for use of the Bioanalytical analyzer the Biacore X100. Assays involved antibody binding, concentration, and affinity characterization assays.

Led compliance efforts under CDC's BSL-3 regulations.

Instrumental in developing Hybridoma Technology at Scantibodies. Harvested, cultured hybridoma cells and characterized antibodies for ELISA development

• Performed chemical experiments to develop new products and processes for various industries.
• Conducted laboratory tests to analyze the properties of compounds, such as pH levels, solubility, and boiling points.
• Developed protocols for quality control procedures in order to ensure product safety and consistency.
• Analyzed data from laboratory experiments using statistical methods to verify accuracy and reliability of results.
• Researched existing scientific literature to identify trends in the field of chemistry and inform future research projects.
• Prepared reports documenting experimental results and conclusions for review by senior scientists or management personnel.
• Coordinated with other departments to resolve technical issues related to process design or materials used in manufacturing operations.
• Operated sophisticated analytical instruments such as mass spectrometers, chromatographs, calorimeters, viscometers, refractometers, titrators, spectrophotometers.
• Maintained laboratory equipment according to manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety guidelines.
• Reviewed raw material specifications prior to use in order to ensure they meet required quality standards.
• Provided guidance and training on proper handling techniques for hazardous chemicals or materials used in laboratory settings.
• Investigated causes of contamination or unexpected variations in test results in order to determine root cause of problems.
• Created documentation outlining standard operating procedures for conducting routine laboratory tests.
• Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Developed formulations for commercial products that meet customer requirements regarding performance characteristics.
• Collaborated with external vendors and suppliers on sourcing materials needed for research projects or production runs.
• Calibrated and validated laboratory equipment and instrumentation according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Coordinated strategy meetings to modify and develop operating procedures, techniques and research protocols for continued success.
• Tested product samples for specific gravity, chemical characteristics, pH levels, concentrations and viscosities.
• Made decisions and executed changes based on process data, quality checks and test results to keep products at target and within specifications.
• Organized, analyzed and prepared data research reports in compliance with operations and record-keeping standards.
• Formulated and tested product functionality to meet specified requirements and long-term success.
• Ordered supplies, inventoried chemicals and materials and summarized and recorded data to meet control and research requirements.
• Induced chemical reactions using mixtures and catalysts and recorded test results.

• Conducted experiments using advanced laboratory techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy.
• Designed and implemented protocols for research projects in collaboration with other scientists.
• Compiled data from experiments, analyzed results and prepared technical reports summarizing findings.
• Created detailed product specifications based on the results of research studies.
• Performed quality control tests on raw materials, intermediates and finished products to ensure compliance with standards.
• Evaluated competitive products for their performance characteristics in comparison to company products.
• Maintained accurate records of experimental work including laboratory notebooks, data sheets and reports.
• Provided technical support to manufacturing operations regarding product development activities.
• Participated in interdisciplinary teams working on various research initiatives across multiple departments.

• Performed visual and dimensional inspections of components, assemblies, and products to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Utilized a variety of measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, gauges and other precision tools.
• Maintained accurate records on product inspection results and reported findings to management team.
• Resolved customer complaints regarding product quality in a timely manner.
• Inspected incoming material for conformity to established requirements prior to acceptance into inventory.
• Assisted with training new Quality Control Technicians on proper procedures for inspecting materials and products.
• Participated in continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen events aimed at improving overall quality levels within the organization.
• Created SOPs related to the Quality Control process in order to ensure consistent application across multiple departments.
• Conducted tests on product samples and recorded results.
• Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.

• Provided technical guidance in the implementation, maintenance, and support of GCMS tools and applications.
• Conducted system tests to ensure that all software changes were functioning properly.
• Monitored system performance metrics to identify potential issues or areas of improvement.
• Trained staff on proper usage of various GCMS tools and applications.
• Assisted with the development of user documentation for new GCMS features and functions.
• Analyzed system logs to troubleshoot any reported problems or errors within the system architecture.