Brandy Kickapoo
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Accomplished biotechnology professional with 18 years of experience in research, development, and project leadership within the life sciences industry. Proven expertise in bioprocessing, drug development, and regulatory compliance. Effective at managing cross-functional teams, optimizing laboratory workflows, and driving innovation in therapeutic and diagnostic solutions. Strong track record in research and development and ensuring regulatory adherence (FDA, GMP, GLP). Excellent communicator with a passion for scientific discovery and a commitment to delivering high-impact solutions in the biotech sector.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Upstream Specialist
Oklahoma City Innovation District - BioTC Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the design and implementation of BioTC Oklahoma, a biotechnology workforce training center designed to facilitate hands-on learning and workforce training initiatives.
- Played a key role in establishing our laboratory training facility, developing curriculum, planning, setup, and operational readiness to support hands-on biotech education, and skills development.
- Managed the setup and operationalization of equipment and materials for the upstream sector of our laboratory training facility.
- Instructed and led training sessions on cGMP upstream bioprocessing as part of an industry certification program, ensuring participants gained hands-on experience.
Field Application Scientist
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Oklahoma City, OK
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided expert scientific and technical support to Thermo Fisher customers on bioproduction products.
- Led on-site and virtual demonstrations, optimized customer workflows, and ensured successful implementation of Thermo Fisher bioproduction products in research and biomanufacturing environments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including sales and product management, to drive customer success and product adoption.
- Served as a scientific liaison between customers and internal teams, gathering feedback to guide product development, customer needs, and continuous improvement.
Scientist
Cytovance Biologics
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2009 - 11.2022
- Applied working knowledge of ICH, ISO, and USP regulatory guidelines to ensure compliance in the bioprocess development and manufacturing environment.
- Experience in analytical methods, including ELISA, electrophoresis, and various biological assays for protein characterization and quality control.
- Experience in developing, optimizing, and validating analytical methods in manufacturing settings.
- Authored, reviewed, and implemented Standard Operating Procedures for various analytical methods, ensuring compliance with ICH, USP, and GMP guidelines.
- Led upstream process development, optimizing cell culture conditions, media formulations, and bioreactor parameters to enhance yield and product quality.
- Assisted in the design and scaling up of upstream processes from benchtop to pilot, and production-scale bioreactors.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams in R&D, MST, and quality to transfer upstream processes to cGMP production facilities.
- Executed and analyzed stability studies for biopharmaceutical products in compliance with ICH Q1A guidelines.
- Prepared documentation and reports for PLI audits, including SOPs, batch records, and validation protocols, to demonstrate regulatory adherence.
- Conducted internal audits and gap assessments to identify compliance risks and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) before regulatory inspections.
Cell Culture Analyst
Eli Lilly
Indianapolis, IN
06.2007 - 09.2009
- Maintained cell/tissue culture on 12 different cell lines, ensuring optimal growth conditions, viability, and reproducibility for research and bioproduction applications.
- Performed ELISA testing on multiple projects to quantify biomarker levels, drug interactions, and the efficacy of selective gamma-secretase modulators and acyl ghrelin.
- Oversaw projects and coordinated efforts within the Protease Group in the Lead Optimization Department.
- Consulted weekly with the Lilly liaison to prioritize, plan, and implement weekly assignments for the Advanced Testing Laboratory Enzyme Group.
- Assisted in training manual preparation by creating step-by-step instructions on how to use laboratory automation and pipettes, sample protocols, types of assays, basic laboratory calculations, and important terms.
- Assisted in the onboarding and training of all new employees in the department.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management/Operations/Statistical Analysis
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology And Chemistry
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN05-2007
Skills
- cGMP compliance
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Data analysis
- Quality control
- Analytical methods
- Laboratory training
- Workflow optimization
- Time management
- Reliability
- Effective communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Upstream Specialist
Oklahoma City Innovation District - BioTC Oklahoma
12.2023 - Current
Field Application Scientist
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
11.2023 - 12.2024
Scientist
Cytovance Biologics
10.2009 - 11.2022
Cell Culture Analyst
Eli Lilly
06.2007 - 09.2009
Master of Science - Project Management/Operations/Statistical Analysis
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Biology And Chemistry
Marian University
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