Danielle Taylor
Saint Charles,MO
Summary
Highly qualified wet lab researcher with over ten years of experience in molecular biology techniques. Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance. Excellent reputation for collaboration to deliver new value and drive innovation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Scientist 1
Bayer Crop Science
05.2021 - Current
- Work closely with collaborators across Bayer and data scientists to deliver NGS solutions for experimental questions
- Contribute to the design and testing of an updated LIMS system for NGS workflows
- Continue to serve as functional genomics wet lab and project manager
- Trained new employees on areas of technical expertise and compliance issues relevant to lab setting.
R&D Specialist III
Bayer Crop Science
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Responsible for the wet lab and project management of functional genomics workflows.
- Works globally across Bayer's Crop Science and Pharma divisions to provide custom solutions for RNA NGS.
- Actively works with the compliance team to establish proper permits needed and ensure PPQ material is properly handled.
- Meets with vendors and attends webinars to stay up to date on advancements in the field.
- Optimizes workflows to gain efficiency and save costs.
Research Associate
Monsanto
02.2011 - 09.2018
- Provided gene expression data and analysis for collaborators throughout the company.
- Partnered with data scientists to develop an R-Shiny app to streamline assay selections.
- Proficient in qPCR assay designs, following and writing SOPs, LIMS, and visualization software.
- Crosstrained colleagues on workflows, QC metrics, and compliance.
Lab Technician
Divergence
08.2010 - 02.2011
- Analytical support for small molecule screens for nematode protection.
- Gained experience with sample collection and preparation, HPLC methods, lab notebooks and data analysis.
Education
Master of Arts - Biology
Washington University in St Louis
St Louis, MOBachelor of Science - Biology
Truman State University
Kirksville, MOSkills
- RNA Sequencing
- SmallRNA Sequencing
- RACE
- PacBio
- Illumina
- Library QC
- Spotfire Software
- LIMS
- RT-PCR
- Nucleic Acid Extraction
- Biomek and Tecan Automation
- Project Management
- Safety & Compliance
Timeline
Scientist 1
Bayer Crop Science
05.2021 - Current
R&D Specialist III
Bayer Crop Science
09.2018 - 04.2021
Research Associate
Monsanto
02.2011 - 09.2018
Lab Technician
Divergence
08.2010 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Truman State University
Master of Arts - Biology
Washington University in St Louis
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