Highly motivated laboratory technician who does not hesitate to ask questions and try to understand the purpose of the tasks. Has various experience as a lab tech with lots of skills from different lab settings. Usually described as a fast learner.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Science and Language Tutor
Varsity Tutor
Tulsa , OK
01.2022 - Current
Teach high school level biochemistry and biology
Teach language classes including Korean and Japanese
Increase students' biochemistry grade to A
Establish more efficient method of study
Combat Medic (68W)
Army Reserve
Wichita, KS
10.2018 - Current
Completed patient care reports and checklists of daily duties per established military practices, guidelines and regulations.
Developed and deployed triage skills and delivered optimal emergency care in combat environments.
Inspected equipment and resolved deficiencies prior to in-service operations.
Attend weekend drill assembly
Lab Technician
Inframark
Jones, OK
04.2020 - 11.2021
Improved report format and procedure of biomass report analysis reducing time consumption for analysis by 60%
Maintained strict aseptic fields to minimize infection risks.
Conducted daily analysis for each sample following the SOP.
Plugged in and validated data.
Maintain quality assurance.
Inventory
Cell culture
Private Math Tutor
Varsity Tutors
Tulsa, OK
12.2018 - 03.2020
Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
Explained math concepts in caring and encouraging environment to help high school students thrive and learn.
Tutored 5 students per week in private sessions using detailed lesson plans
Lab Assistant
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa
08.2013 - 12.2013
Preparation of tissues, mammalian cell cultures, and embryonic cell culture of brain and liver cell
Collect and analyze data from experimental procedures and discuss results
Provide experimental and technical support for ongoing research projects
Associate Scientist
IQVIA
08.2022 - Current
Assay Development & Optimization: Assist in the design and optimization of immunoassay protocols, ensuring consistent and reliable performance across different assay platforms.
Manufacturing Support: Provide technical support during the manufacturing process, ensuring that immunoassay products meet established quality standards and specifications.
Quality Control & Compliance: Perform routine quality control testing, data analysis, and troubleshooting to ensure products comply with regulatory guidelines, including GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and other applicable standards.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and improve processes, including troubleshooting manufacturing issues and suggesting solutions for continuous improvement.
Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and review technical documentation, including batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and validation reports to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, quality assurance, and production, to ensure seamless product transitions from development to manufacturing.
Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment by adhering to best practices for chemical handling and waste disposal.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional time management skills while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
05.2016
Associate of Science - Biotechnology
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK
12.2013
Skills
Staining for microbiology
Affinity Chromatography
Protein expression in E coli system
High-Pressure Liquid Chromatography
UV-visible absorption spectrum measurement
Incorporation of analog amino acid into protein using by minimum media system
Aseptic skill under BSL2 environment
Mammalian Cell Culture (Chinese Hamster Ovary)
Data Entry
Specimen Processing
ELISA
RT-PCR
Luminex assay
Quanterix assay
Accomplishments
Army Combat training
Army Achievement Medal
Project title: Effect of Landfill Leachate on the Viability of Mammalian Cells Grown in Vitro Ran water quality test of 3 samples of water
Project title: Molecular Scatology Using DNA Barcoding
Translation experiences :Legal translation in Tulsa court, Medical paper translation
Research project in OSU using following skills:
1. Protein expression in E. coli system
2. The protein extraction and purification using by affinity- and ion exchange-chromatography.
3. Measurement of Uv-visible absorption spectrum of native and analog protein to confirm their purity and incorporation of analog amino acid.
Languages
Korean
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
NREMT
CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Associate Scientist
IQVIA
08.2022 - Current
Science and Language Tutor
Varsity Tutor
01.2022 - Current
Lab Technician
Inframark
04.2020 - 11.2021
Private Math Tutor
Varsity Tutors
12.2018 - 03.2020
Combat Medic (68W)
Army Reserve
10.2018 - Current
Lab Assistant
Tulsa Community College
08.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology