Bruce Robinson
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional dedicated to upholding company policies and adhering to legal requirements. Demonstrates commitment to excellence through consistently meeting deadlines and surpassing expectations. Strong attention to detail and a drive for perfection in all aspects of work, ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Actuate Ag.
01.2023 - Current
- Developed comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
- Monitored project progress regularly through status meetings and reports, identifying potential risks or issues proactively
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for equipment procurement or services required for project implementation
- Facilitated effective communication among team members by conducting regular meetings and providing clear instructions on tasks and responsibilities
Project Manager - Supercritical Fluid Extraction
Highland Provisions
07.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed the entire product life-cycle for multiple products, from development to market launch, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
- Increased production efficiency by 50% through the implementation of comprehensive training programs and streamlined documentation processes.
- Coordinated with vendors and clients to optimize supply chain operations, reducing lead times by 20% and improving overall client satisfaction.
- Oversaw compliance and production documentation, ensuring 100% adherence to regulatory standards and minimizing audit discrepancies.
- Facilitated cross-functional communication between teams and managed procurement for lab consumables, reducing costs by 6% while maintaining quality standards.
- Implemented quality assurance and quality control protocols, resulting in a 90% reduction in product defects and improved compliance with industry standards.
Analytical Chemist II
Lonza
10.2017 - 10.2021
- Qualified on all GMP instrumentation, including HPLC, GC, Dissolution, Malvern particle sizing, PXRD, Microbiological testing, KF, Bulk Density, and Appearance, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory standards.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) for dissolution and particle sizing, providing technical leadership and resolving complex analytical challenges, resulting in a 35% improvement in process efficiency.
- Led cross-functional projects for method development, validation, and technology transfers, reducing project timelines by 2 weeks and ensuring seamless implementation.
- Managed change controls, deviations, and investigations, achieving a 90% reduction in repeat incidents and improving overall compliance with GMP standards.
- Conducted computer system validations for critical laboratory systems, ensuring data integrity and regulatory readiness.
- Certified GMP trainer, delivering training programs to [X] team members, enhancing team competency and reducing errors by 85%.
- Performed data review and quality checks, ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Research Scientist
Farmington
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Responsible for all project management tasks involved in intellectual property development
- IP focused on soil sensors and encapsulation technology
- Performed product development, generated documentation, and kept lab budget for a small start-up company
- Provisional patent was approved by attorneys in Oct
- 2016
Graduate Research Fellow
Oregon State University
08.2013 - 06.2016
- USDA research fellow
- Analyzed and interpreted complex data sets using statistical software, identifying significant trends and patterns
- Published 5 peer-reviewed articles in reputable scientific journals, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences, effectively communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of researchers to develop innovative solutions for challenging problems
- Mentored undergraduate students, providing guidance and support in their research projects
- Responsible for management of greenhouse and field crops under evaluation
- First chapter of defense published prior to defense
Education
Master of Science - Crop Sciences, Plant Biochemistry, Plant Breeding, Molecular Genetics
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Auburn University
Auburn, AL12.2012
Skills
- Collaborative Team Player
- Clear Written Communication
- Flexible Problem Solving
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Data Analysis Proficiency
- Strategic Project Management
Publications
2019 Robinson, B. R., Garcia Salinas, Carolina, Ramos Parra, Perla, Bamberg, J., Diaz de la Garza, Rocio, I, & Goyer, A. J. (2019). Expression Levels of the gamma-Glutamyl Hydrolase I Gene Predict Vitamin B-9 Content in Potato Tubers. AGRONOMY-BASEL, 9(11)
2018 Bali S, Robinson BR, Sathuvalli V, Bamberg J, and Goyer A (2018) Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) markers associated with high folate content in wild potato species. PLOS One 13(2):e0193415
2015 Robinson BR, Sathuvalli V, Bamberg J, and Goyer A (2015) Exploring Vitamin B9 Diversity in Potatoes: Biofortification of Modern Cultivars. Genes 6(4), 1300-1314; doi:10.3390/genes6041300
2012 Zwack PJ, Shi X, Robinson BR, Gupta S, Gerken DM, Compton MA, Goertzen LR, Rashotte AM (2012) Vascular expression and C-terminal sequence divergence of Cytokinin Response Factors in flowering plants. Plant & Cell Physiology 53:1683-1695
2012 Zwack PJ, Robinson BR, Risley MG, Rashotte AM (2012) Cytokinin Response Factor 6 Negatively Regulates Leaf Senescence in Response to Cytokinin and Abiotic Stress. Plant & Cell Physiology. 54: 971-981
Timeline
Project Manager
Actuate Ag.
01.2023 - Current
Project Manager - Supercritical Fluid Extraction
Highland Provisions
07.2021 - 10.2023
Analytical Chemist II
Lonza
10.2017 - 10.2021
Research Scientist
Farmington
06.2016 - 10.2017
Graduate Research Fellow
Oregon State University
08.2013 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Crop Sciences, Plant Biochemistry, Plant Breeding, Molecular Genetics
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Auburn University
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