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Cynthia Merriman

Berkeley,CA

Summary

Histotechnologist with 3 years experience in a medical diagnostic and research technological corporation. Proven history of skill and dedication to quality, operational accuracy and efficiency.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Histotechnologist I

Exact Sciences
Redwood City, CA
03.2021 - Current
  • Perform routine and non-routine activities involved in histology, to include sectioning and hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining.
  • Maintain stringent standards for quality to identify any issues that might adversely impact the quality of test results and /or employee safety.
  • Assist in sample returns, as needed
  • Process specimens for research and development sponsored studies.
  • Perform and document equipment maintenance and calibration.
  • Assist on equipment specification and maintenance.
  • Provide summary reports on on process metrics, as needed.
  • Contribute to corporate strategy for inspection preparation or additional regulatory approval relating to Exact Sciences histopathology
  • Assist in running projects for development of Exact Sciences histopathology around new product services and processes.

Education

Associate of Science - Natural Sciences - Highest Honors

Merritt College
Oakland, CA
12-2021

Associate of Science - Health Sciences - Highest Honors

Merritt College
Oakland, CA
05-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06-1992

Skills

  • Microtomy and specimen processing
  • Tissue embedding and macro dissection
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Reagent handling and preparation

Timeline

Histotechnologist I

Exact Sciences
03.2021 - Current

Associate of Science - Natural Sciences - Highest Honors

Merritt College

Associate of Science - Health Sciences - Highest Honors

Merritt College

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

University of California - Los Angeles
Cynthia Merriman