Open To Work
David Lunde
Oregon
Work Preference
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in managing animal house operations. Skilled in conflict resolution, staff development, and implementing process improvements that lead to increased productivity and team cohesion.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager Animal House Operations
LabCorp Drug Development
Madison
03.2021 - 01.2026
- Oversaw daily operations and ensured adherence to company policies.
- Managed team schedules to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Developed training programs to enhance staff skills and knowledge.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline workflows and efficiency.
- Facilitated performance evaluations to support employee development initiatives.
- Led meetings to communicate updates and address team concerns effectively.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to ensure timely and successful completion.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve company objectives.
Supervisor Metabolism In Life
LabCorp Drug Development
Madison
08.2008 - 03.2021
- Trained staff on equipment usage and best practices for efficiency.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure team adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated workflow schedules to optimize resource allocation and productivity.
- Monitored inventory levels and managed supply ordering processes effectively.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness and reduce delays.
- Facilitated team meetings to communicate goals and address concerns promptly.
- Assisted in conflict resolution among team members to maintain a positive work environment.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
Research Assistant
LabCorp Drug Development
Madison
03.2002 - 08.2008
- Assisted in preparing regulatory documents for clinical trial submissions.
- Collaborated with scientists to design and execute laboratory experiments.
- Maintained accurate records of experimental data and results in databases.
- Supported the development of protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Collaborated with other researchers in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects or brainstorm ideas for future endeavors.
- Managed multiple research projects simultaneously while ensuring accurate record keeping.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of experimental protocols.
Study Tech
LabCorp Drug Development
Madison
02.1998 - 03.2002
- Maintained laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with safety standards.
- Daily animal husbandry and care for both large and small animal subjects.
- Assisted in data collection and documentation for study protocols and reports.
- Followed standard operating procedures during experiments and research activities.
- Troubleshot issues arising from experiments or instrumentation malfunctions.
- Organized laboratory supplies inventory and ordered new materials as needed.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory equipment and materials for experiments.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on projects and brainstorm ideas for improvement.
- Adhered to Good Laboratory Practices guidelines when conducting experiments and recording data.
- Collected blood and tissue samples from test subjects for lab work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI01-1997
Skills
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Performance evaluation
- Process improvement
- Strategic planning
- Resource allocation
- Conflict resolution
- Staff development
- Change management
- Financial management
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Manager Animal House Operations
LabCorp Drug Development
03.2021 - 01.2026
Supervisor Metabolism In Life
LabCorp Drug Development
08.2008 - 03.2021
Research Assistant
LabCorp Drug Development
03.2002 - 08.2008
Study Tech
LabCorp Drug Development
02.1998 - 03.2002
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science
University of Wisconsin, Madison