Carrie Stevens
Dearborn,MI
Summary
Organized and dependable with a background in managing laboratory operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and oversee complex testing procedures. Proven skills in quality control and laboratory safety.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Biological Testing
Steadfast Analytical Laboratory
01.2016 - Current
- Director of Biological Testing for cannabis safety testing laboratory
- Assisted lab in obtaining and maintaining ISO 17025 accreditation
- Verification of new methods introduced to the laboratory
- Draft, update, and revise work instructions as new techniques are utilized in the laboratory
- Oversee regulatory compliance such as safety
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Oversee biological testing employees: provide oversite, training, and workflow
- Developed high-performing biological testing team by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth
- Streamlined workflow with updated work instructions and organizational measures
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Preparation of samples for extraction and derivatization utilizing proprietary techniques
- Detection of total yeast, mold, fungi, and mildew as well as total coliform in samples utilizing Neogen BioLumix/Soleris system, bioMerieux Tempo system, or 3M Petrifilm
- Detection of the presence of Aspergillus species niger, fumigatus, flavus, and terreus utilizing bioMerieux Gene-Up qPCR, Clear Scientific reagents on Bio-Rad CFX96 qPCR, or Medicianl Genomics reagents on Bio-Rad CFX96 PCR
- Detection of the presence of Salmonella and STEC E. coli species utilizing bioMerieux Gene-Up qPCR, Clear Scientific reagents on Bio-Rad CFX96 qPCR, or Medicinal Genomics reagents on Bio-Rad CFX96 qPCR
- Obtain cannabinoid profiles utilizing Agilent High Pressure Liquid Chromatography
- Residual solvent detection and terpene profiles in samples utilizing Agilent Gas Chromatography – Flame Ionizing Detector
- Preparation of reagents and stock solutions required for laboratory use
- Inventory, order and receive laboratory supplies
Consultant
Validation and Compliance Institute
01.2023 - Current
- Consultant for validation of new microbiology lab for BASF
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Wrote standard operating procedures
- Draft, update, and revise validation protocol
- Wrote an audit report after evaluation
Laboratory Services Technician
University of Michigan College of Literature, Science and Arts Biology Department
08.2010 - 08.2013
- Ensure that laboratory rooms and equipment are cleaned, stocked, and prepared for incoming biology laboratory classes including introductory biology as well as higher level courses
- Preparation of reagents and stock solutions required for laboratory use
- Preparation of consumables, reagents, and equipment for autoclave
- Inventory, order, and receive laboratory supplies
- Update and revise course preparation manuals as new classes, techniques, and experiments are added
- Development of protocols used for newly updated plant biology class
- Supervise student workers in making reagents, cleaning of laboratory rooms and equipment, and resetting rooms with proper reagents and equipment
Research Assistant
Dr. Q. Ping Dou, Karmanos Cancer Institute/Wayne State University
10.2009 - 04.2010
- Provide research and laboratory assistance focused on prevention and adjunct therapy for cancer utilizing natural compounds
- Conduct experiments using mammalian cell culture (breast cancer cell lines), SDS-PAGE Gel Electrophoresis, Western Blot, Caspace-3 activity, Proteosome activity as well as other techniques
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity
- Assist other laboratory personnel and students with experiments
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Inventory, order and receive laboratory supplies
- Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality
- Preparation of consumables and laboratory equipment for autoclave
- Other general laboratory duties as assigned
Laboratory Technician Senior
Dr. Wei Cheng, University of Michigan College of Pharmacy
03.2009 - 05.2009
- Provide research and laboratory assistance focused on HIV and its neutralization by antibodies
- Conduct experiments using mammalian cell culture, transfections, plasmid purification, agarose gel electrophoresis as well as others
- Collect and organize data
- Assist other laboratory personnel and students with experiments
- Inventory, order and receive laboratory supplies
- Draft, update and revise protocols as new techniques and experiments are utilized in the laboratory
- Draft, update, and revise Chemical Hygiene plan and chemical inventory as new techniques and experiments are utilized in the laboratory
- Oversee regulatory compliance such as safety
- Provide administrative assistance and coordination for the PI and research group
Research Assistant
Dr. Linda Hazlett, Wayne State University
02.2009 - 03.2009
- Operate and maintain AxioPhot and AxioCam2 microscopes along with associated digital cameras and software
- Train and assist students and researchers in the use of the above microscopes
- Assist students and researchers with the use of the Alpha Gel Imager
- Provide desktop publishing assistance including manuscripts, figures, poster presentations and slide production
- Further duties as assigned
Paramedic
Oakwood Healthcare System, Oakwood Taylor Hospital
03.2014 - 01.2016
Paramedic
DMCare Express
05.2013 - 03.2014
Paramedic
Mobile Medical Response
06.2001 - 07.2008
Neurotherapy Technician
Institute for Inner Resources
08.2004 - 03.2006
Emergency Medical Technician, paramedic
Regional Emergency Medical Services
01.1996 - 07.2001
Education
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
University of Michigan-Flint
05-2006
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Baker College – EMS Division
Associate Degree - Science
Mott Community College
Flint, MISkills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership & development
- Integrity and honesty
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management
- Microbiology testing methods
- Molecular biology
Certification
- Licensed Paramedic
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Consultant
Validation and Compliance Institute
01.2023 - Current
Director of Biological Testing
Steadfast Analytical Laboratory
01.2016 - Current
Paramedic
Oakwood Healthcare System, Oakwood Taylor Hospital
03.2014 - 01.2016
Paramedic
DMCare Express
05.2013 - 03.2014
Laboratory Services Technician
University of Michigan College of Literature, Science and Arts Biology Department
08.2010 - 08.2013
Research Assistant
Dr. Q. Ping Dou, Karmanos Cancer Institute/Wayne State University
10.2009 - 04.2010
Laboratory Technician Senior
Dr. Wei Cheng, University of Michigan College of Pharmacy
03.2009 - 05.2009
Research Assistant
Dr. Linda Hazlett, Wayne State University
02.2009 - 03.2009
Neurotherapy Technician
Institute for Inner Resources
08.2004 - 03.2006
Paramedic
Mobile Medical Response
06.2001 - 07.2008
Emergency Medical Technician, paramedic
Regional Emergency Medical Services
01.1996 - 07.2001
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Baker College – EMS Division
Associate Degree - Science
Mott Community College
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
University of Michigan-Flint
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