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Courtney Matthews

Courtney Matthews

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Resourceful and adaptable professional with experience in bio-pharmaceutical manufacturing, education, lab-based research, and customer service. Skilled in data analysis, problem-solving, and adaptability, with a demonstrated record of enhancing student performance, adhering to standard operating procedures, and increasing customer satisfaction. Dedicated to leveraging my analytical, organizational, and technical skills to ensure success in science-based career fields. .

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Biopharmaceutical Manufacturer

GSK Glaxo Smith Kline
Rockville
07.2025 - 08.2025

Full-Time (40 hrs/wk)

  • Acquired technical skills within GMP environment.
  • Performed daily tasks by adhering to SOPs for buffer tank setups and transfers.
  • Operated computerized technology to control tank operations efficiently.
  • Standardized and operated sample testing tools, including pH meters, conductometers, and osmometers.
  • Executed aseptic practices during standard housekeeping procedures.
  • Followed proper cleanroom gowning procedures according to GMP and ISO 14644.
  • Welded sterile tubes using a standard welder and a biowelder.
  • Transferred liquids between vessels using a peristaltic pump.
  • Assembled sterile connections using small pipes, reducers, valves, tubing, and elastomers.
  • Employed post hoist to elevate large drums of chemicals utilized in manufacturing procedures.

Lab Intern

McNair Scholars Program
Bowie
01.2025 - 08.2025

Full-Time (40 hrs/wk)

  • Synthesized fluorescent coumarin derivatives and tryptophan linker molecules in a wet lab setting.
  • Managed hazardous chemical materials, transferring about 100 samples monthly from shipment to inventory.
  • Operated and preserved cleanliness of laboratory equipment.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory, experimental procedures, and data.
  • Abided by safety protocols to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
  • Presented research findings at team meetings and conferences.

Middle School Science Teacher

Ingenuity Prep Public Charter School
Washington
08.2024 - 03.2025

Full-Time (40 hrs/wk)
• Developed and delivered lesson plans that focus on fundamental scientific concepts such as earth science, life science, physical science, and basic environmental studies.
• Analyzed student data to improve lesson plans.
• Improved student Pear assessment scores by 5% in one semester.
• Established effective working relationships with parents and partnered
with them to identify and solve challenges that their children faced.

Pharmacy Technician

CVS
Bowie
01.2024 - 06.2024

Full-Time (40 hrs/wk)

  • Managed electronic records to verify prescriptions and maintain database accuracy per regulatory standards.
  • Increased workflow efficiency by eight percent through effective handling of high-volume prescriptions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction score by three percent by providing accurate medication and billing information.
  • Assisted customers with COVID-19 testing procedures and inquiries.

Student Research Associate

Bowie State University
Bowie
05.2021 - 08.2021

Full-Time (40 hrs/wk)

  • Enhanced conservation efforts by 15% through research on native turtle species and their shared diets.
  • Collaborated with lead researcher in data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
  • Maintained and updated Excel spreadsheets to track research findings and sources.
  • Utilized Adobe software to quantify carotenoid intake from turtle diet.
  • Presented comprehensive research findings at team meetings and conferences.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Bowie State University
Bowie, MD
05-2023

Skills

  • GMP compliance
  • Chemical safety
  • Laboratory techniques
  • Data analysis
  • Equipment operation
  • Customer service
  • Microsoft Office
  • Organized
  • Detail-oriented

Accomplishments

  • McNair Scholars Award

Certification

  • Pharmacy Technician
  • CPR/AED

Volunteer

FEED THE CITY 

03/2022  06/2022 

Nonprofit Organization

  • Assisted in creating data-driven strategies to enhance community outreach, resulting in a 10% rise in donations.
  • Gathered and organized food donations from local community partners.
  • Ensured all meals were prepared and served following health and safety regulations.
  • Educated the community on homelessness and food insecurity to encourage support and action.

Volunteer

Water Monitor Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay 

02/2021  05/2021

Nonprofit Organization

  • Collected and analyzed water samples from local watersheds to monitor pH, oxygen, and carbon levels.
  • Submitted data and water samples to the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay for further research.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Quote

Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
Matthew 6:34

Timeline

Biopharmaceutical Manufacturer

GSK Glaxo Smith Kline
07.2025 - 08.2025

Lab Intern

McNair Scholars Program
01.2025 - 08.2025

Middle School Science Teacher

Ingenuity Prep Public Charter School
08.2024 - 03.2025

Pharmacy Technician

CVS
01.2024 - 06.2024

Student Research Associate

Bowie State University
05.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Bowie State University