Caleb Hansen
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Microbiologist with extensive experience in both clinical technologist roles and research-based biology roles. Trained new team members, went beyond the initial job description by managing laboratory inventory, monitoring critical pending logs, & delivering accurate results in face of intense & adverse circumstances. Proven track record of going above & beyond the job duties by branching out to learn new critical functions on the job in different departments. Independent & fast learner of new technologies & biological concepts such as analytical chemistry & clinical hematology.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Technologist - Microbiology/Chemistry/Coagulation
Care Point Health-Christ Hospital
Jersey City, NJ
12.2022 - Current
- Performed critical analysis on routine bacteriology assays
- Analyzed blood serum/urinalysis chemistry results, re-running tests that fell outside of critical thresholds.
- Utilized quality control protocols to establish and maintain GLP/CLIA/CAP standards.
Medical Technologist - Microbiology
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Healthcare - Newark Beth-Israel Hospital
Newark, NJ
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed an intense daily workload efficiently while adhering to established turnaround times.
- Assisted with weekly materials ordering for the microbiology lab, supporting cost-saving initiatives through optimized inventory management.
- Developed training materials and conducted training sessions on validation standards and procedures.
Medical Technologist
LabCorp
Raritan, NJ
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed quality control testing and proper documentation, as required by Labcorp, for Interferon-Gamma Release Assay (IGRA) performed tests
- Executed daily calibration checks & calibrated reagents & readouts on the Diasorin Liason XL Analyzer
- Conducted & released COVID-19 qPCR testing on Hamilton Microlab Star & QuantStudio Flex 7 systems
Site Lead
Boise State University
Boise, ID
04.2015 - 11.2019
- Directed & conducted the annual Boise Peak migratory raptor research study to add to historic & HMANA datasets
- Provided public outreach to donors & visitors onsite, displaying sensitive & proper research techniques & protocols
- Collaborated with the senior research biologist on strategic initiatives that optimized survey productivity
Assistant to the Executive Director
McCann Village Senior Living Community
Newton, IA
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Managed office supplies inventory and provided comprehensive administrative assistance.
- Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, phone calls, and mail.
- Scheduled meetings, appointments, and events efficiently using Microsoft Office Suite 365.
- Organized and prepared materials for meetings, drafted agendas, and recorded minutes.
Research Technician
University of Delaware
Newark, Delaware
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Operated & handled expensive & sensitive UDel equipment (boats, trailers, & rocket netting explosives materials)
- Innovated new methods for trapping & safe handling protocols for both Wild Turkey & Clapper Rail species
- Managed, collected, & standardized a broad set of nesting ecology vegetation data
Research Technician
University of Wyoming - AFRL ESMC Program
Laramie, WY
04.2017 - 08.2017
- Contributed critical details to an inaugural experimental design for data collection protocols
- Independently banded, processed, collected blood samples from, & fitted sensitive data collection devices onto the Sharp-Tailed Grouse study subjects
- Evaluated micro-habitat plots at study sites & unveiled data patterns located via regression analysis in ArcGIS
Research Technician
Oregon State University
Corvallis, Oregon
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Conducted standardized data collection on Raptor/Corvid/Sagebrush-Obligate Songbird surveys
- Utilized GPS, GIS, iButton & VHS technology to track subject demography patterns
- Innovated new nest monitoring & surveillance techniques with an inaugural data collection method with novel technology
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Iowa State University
Ames, IA12.2014
Skills
- Bacteriology Assays
- Analytical Chemistry
- Mass Spectroscopy/PCR/Gel Electrophoresis
- Critical test result communication
- Experimental design
- SQL/Microsoft Office 365
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIS, EPIC, Cerner, Meditech)
- Various lab instrumentation suites (Werfen, Beckman Coulter, Biomerieux, QuidelOrtho, Diasorin)
Timeline
Medical Technologist - Microbiology/Chemistry/Coagulation
Care Point Health-Christ Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Medical Technologist - Microbiology
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Healthcare - Newark Beth-Israel Hospital
09.2022 - 07.2023
Medical Technologist
LabCorp
01.2021 - 11.2022
Research Technician
Oregon State University
04.2018 - 08.2018
Research Technician
University of Delaware
01.2018 - 08.2020
Assistant to the Executive Director
McCann Village Senior Living Community
12.2017 - 12.2019
Research Technician
University of Wyoming - AFRL ESMC Program
04.2017 - 08.2017
Site Lead
Boise State University
04.2015 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
Iowa State University
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