Breanna Ruse
Averhealth
Saint Louis,MO
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Forensic chemistry graduate with extensive laboratory experience in clinical and environmental toxicology, including LC-MS/MS analysis, quality control, data management, and team leadership. Proven ability to work in high-volume laboratory environments while maintaining accuracy and regulatory compliance. Passionate about advancing into medicine and leveraging a strong scientific background, analytical thinking, and commitment to service to improve patient health and outcomes.
Work History
LCMS Analytical Chemist
1 Year 2 Months- Analyze patient specimens using LC-MS/MS to identify and confirm drugs and metabolites.
- Operate and maintain Shimadzu Dual Stream 8050 and Sciex 4000/4500/5500 instrumentation.
- Perform routine troubleshooting, calibration, maintenance, and quality control procedures.
- Process urine, oral fluid, and hair specimens in a high-volume clinical toxicology laboratory.
- Utilize Analyst, MultiQuant, and RealTime Analysis software for data interpretation
Toxicology Team Lead
3 Years- Supervised laboratory personnel and coordinated daily laboratory operations.
- Trained new technicians on laboratory procedures and quality standards.
- Conducted freshwater and marine toxicity studies and water quality testing.
- Managed data collection, analysis, and reporting for multiple projects.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and SOPs.
Education
No Degree - Biological Science
Relevant Coursework
- Anatomy and Physiology I
- Microbiology
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Chemistry
Relevant Coursework:
- General Chemistry I & II
- Organic chemistry I & II
- Biochemistry
- Genetics
- Analytical chemistry
- Cell Biology
Skills
Sample preparation
Laboratory setup
Chemical analysis
Laboratory management
Workflow coordination
Analytical techniques
Data interpretation
Mass spectrometry
Lab documentation
Troubleshooting techniques
Data analysis
Instrument maintenance
Affiliations
Jan 2025- May 2025
- Toxicology Team Lead, North Water District Lab Services
Certification
- Instrumentation: LC-MS/MS, Shimadzu Dual Stream 8050, Sciex 4000/4500/5500, SIL-20, SIL-30
- Software: Analyst, MultiQuant, RealTime Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite
- Techniques: Clinical Toxicology Analysis, Sample Preparation, Specimen Accessioning, QA/QC, Instrument Maintenance
Clinical Exposure
Boone County Medical Examiner/ University of Missouri
July 2026
- Learned the overall workflow of a medicolegal autopsy from external and internal examination
- Observed how gross findings, medical history, and laboratory results are integrated to determine cause and manner of death.
Timeline
LCMS Analytical Chemist
Averhealth
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Toxicology Team Lead
North Water District Lab Services
05.2022 - 05.2025Read More
Saint Louis Community College
No Degree from Biological Science
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Sam Houston State Univeristy
Bachelor of Science from Forensic Chemistry
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