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Bogart Vargas

Encinitas

Summary

Results-driven Development Associate II with a Bachelor of Science in MCD Biology, offering a solid foundation in assay research and development, complemented by hands-on experience as a clinical laboratory technician. Key contributions include significant involvement in the Savanna platform and the innovative development of the HSV1+2/VZV Assay. Academic training provides a strong grasp of fundamental biology principles alongside practical laboratory skills. Passionate about advancing knowledge in cancer cell biology, immunology, and microbiology, with a commitment to driving impactful scientific discoveries.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Development Associate I/II

Quidelortho
10.2022 - 06.2025
  • Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
  • Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
  • Completed projects in alignment with target deadlines and financial objectives.
  • Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
  • Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
  • Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
  • Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
  • Maintained project documentation and laboratory notebook

Laboratory Assistant

Eastridge
03.2022 - 10.2022
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
  • Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.

Clinical Laboratory Technician

Helix
10.2021 - 02.2022
  • Adherence to laboratory procedures and protocols for specimen collection, handling and processing, patient preparation, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, transportation and storage of specimens, preparation and storage of reagents, loading of specimen tubes into racks and initiating the starting of the testing instrument. May assist in maintaining patient records and patient test results
  • Assisting Clinical Laboratory Scientists (CLS) with functions associated with technical procedures. Clinical functions include specimen processing, specimen storage and retrieval, preparing patient worksheet, preparing form for volume and/or automated pipette dispensers, downloading computer files for CLS analysis, and the operation of robotic systems used for our coding and dispensing every agent and specimens
  • Preparation of reagents according to SOP's. Safely discard expired reagents and hazardous waste according to SOP
  • Assist with preventative maintenance and testing troubleshooting in assigned areas, maintaining inventory supply levels, and in the validation of test methods for existing and new products
  • Careful and accurate documentation of work in assigned areas

Certified Barista

Starbucks
08.2018 - 10.2021
  • Certified Barista, Customer service, Ability to work under pressure, Cleanliness and Organization, Inventory Management

Store Associate

Forever 21
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Communication Skills, Sales, Time Management

Crew Member

McDonalds
08.2015 - 08.2016
  • Customer Service, Problem Solving, Drive Thru experience

Education

Bachelor of Science - Molecular, Cell, And Developmental Biology

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
06.2021

Skills

  • Proficient in PCR
  • BSL2 practices and procedures
  • Experimental design
  • Sample preparation
  • Nucleic acids isolation
  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • Hazardous waste disposal
  • Quantstudio 5/7/Absolute Q
  • JMP 18
  • Microsoft Office
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Teamwork and collaboration

LANGUAGES

English - Native or Bilingual Proficiency
Spanish - Native or Bilingual Proficiency

Hobbies and Interests

Outdoors, Fashion, Music, Healthcare, Coffee, Martial arts, Theatre, Immunology

Timeline

Development Associate I/II

Quidelortho
10.2022 - 06.2025

Laboratory Assistant

Eastridge
03.2022 - 10.2022

Clinical Laboratory Technician

Helix
10.2021 - 02.2022

Certified Barista

Starbucks
08.2018 - 10.2021

Store Associate

Forever 21
01.2018 - 07.2018

Crew Member

McDonalds
08.2015 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Molecular, Cell, And Developmental Biology

University of California, Santa Cruz

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