Clark Jones
Pharmaceutical Scientist | Molecular Biologist | Medical Writer
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
My passion lies in obtaining a versatile background that enables me to quickly adapt to various scientific fields. I am driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact on the general public and improve people’s lives. I am constantly seeking opportunities that allow me to contribute to scientific advancements that have the greatest potential for positive change.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Writer
Teen Cancer America
05.2023 - Current
- Bringing the latest innovative cancer research to the general public.
- Literature review and delineation of significant finding in the field.
- Translation of complex scientific content to easily digestible language that appeals to all audiences.
Pharmaceutical Scientist
Freelance
03.2023 - Current
- Consulting on research projects, experimental design, assisting in paper publication, grant writing, editing, and review.
- Validation and review of experimental procedures, software, and pharmaceutical products.
- Training of AI models in scientific concepts.
Molecular Biologist
PolarityTE
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with cross functional teams to advance the field of regenerative medicine.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews that informed experimental design and facilitated hypothesis-driven research approaches.
- Increased laboratory efficiency by implementing a robust system for managing samples and reagents inventory.
- Constructed and executed R&D studies to optimize product efficacy and adhere to FDA guidelines.
- Enhanced research quality by optimizing molecular biology protocols, such as PCR extraction, viability assays, microbial detection, and tissue culturing through method development and validation.
Cancer Researcher
West Virginia University
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Explored pharmacological parameters/mechanism of novel peptide MTI-101 and its use on lung cancer.
- Developed multi-drug therapy to optimize efficacy and maximize cancer elimination.
- Designed and conducted molecular and cellular assays to delineate peptide's mechanism of action in cancer.
- Conduct thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, observations, and results for accurate reporting and replication purposes.
- Published high-impact articles in peer-reviewed journals, enhancing reputation of organization.
- Trained undergraduate researchers
- Independently developed and characterized three isogenic drug-resistant cell lines
Quality Control Chemist
Pfizer
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Performed meticulous experimentations on active pharmaceutical ingredients for quality assurance.
- Conducted QC experiments and document results to aid in the mass production of injectable pharmaceuticals using GDP, GMP, and GLP.
- Proficient in analytical methods including HPLC, FTIR, UV/VIS, Refractometer, Polarimeter, pH, Manual Titrations/Auto-titrations, Karl Fischer, Isolator, and controlled substances training.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Appalachian State University
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Independently developed methodology for imine condensation reactions in nano-reactors.
- Developed methodology for synthesis of vitamin D3 in nano-reactors.
- Collaborated with group members to collaboratively advance organic synthesis research.
Education
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05.2017
Skills
Publications
- “Role of Calcium Homeostasis in Modulating EMT in Cancer” (Published in Biomedicines September 11, 2021)
- “Emergence of Resistance to MTI-101 Selects for a MET Genotype and Phenotype in EGFR Driven PC-9 and PTEN Deleted H446 Lung Cancer Cell Lines” (Published in Cancers June 22, 2022)
- “Targeted Anti-Cancer Therapeutic Induces Necrotic Cell Death Indicative of GPCR Activation and Calcium Dysregulation” Manuscript in Progress
Affiliations
Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society Member 02/2022-Present
American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientist Member (AAPS) 01/2019-Present
American Association of Cancer Research Member (AACR)
11/2021-Present
Graduate Student Organization (GSO) Treasurer 05/2019-05/2020
Appalachian State Club Baseball Member 08/2013-05/2017
Appalachian State Club Baseball Treasurer 08/2016-05/2017
Timeline
Medical Writer
Teen Cancer America
05.2023 - Current
Pharmaceutical Scientist
Freelance
03.2023 - Current
Molecular Biologist
PolarityTE
11.2022 - 03.2024
Cancer Researcher
West Virginia University
08.2018 - 08.2022
Quality Control Chemist
Pfizer
06.2017 - 07.2018
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Appalachian State University
05.2016 - 05.2017
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Appalachian State University
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