Eric Lawrence
York
Summary
Senior scientist with over a decade of experience in the field of Research, Analytical chemistry, Experience with High Complexity labs Process development, Process improvement, Project management, Formulations, New Product Development, Technical support to manufacturing.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
General supervisor/Chemist
York Pain Center
York
01.2023 - 01.2025
- PGx sample preparation/testing for pain management
- Patient UDS sample preparation for analysis on LCMS and Chemistry Analyzer
- Calibrated LCMS and chemistry analyzers for accurate testing results.
- Preparing Toxicology samples for analysis
- Oversaw daily lab operations, maintaining HIPAA, CAP, and PA-DOH compliance.
- Guided staff in daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety and compliance protocols.
- Use of the LIS system to verify and login samples received from the physician’s owned clinic
- Reviewed and approved test results for release to clinic staff.
Senior Scientist
Bayer Pharmaceutical
Myerstown
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led the reformulation of Bayer aspirin products (80mg and 325mg tablets) in a clinical lab setting, focusing on treatment for heart conditions and headache relief.
- Additionally, I reformulated the Claritin family of products that provided treatment of allergic reactions.
- Secured medical and regulatory approval for each reformulation.
- Developed analytical methods and assays with lab technicians to accurately determine potency of API and excipients for both products.
- Managed FDA regulated pilot plant, collaborating with NPD team on new formulas to ensure compliance and innovation.
- Conducted quality assurance reviews to address CAPA deviations and implement resolutions.
- Established and maintained close working relationships with Analytical Sciences, CMC, Quality, Data Analytics, Research, and manufacturing teams to manage program strategy, communicate progress to leadership, and drive cross-functional alignment.
Senior Scientist
Merck Pharmaceutical/ALKU
West Point
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Utilized aseptic techniques and a variety of antibodies/specimens in FDA regulated clinical research to assess interactions between excipients and API in monoclonal antibody development.
- Developed a freeze-thaw method ensuring API and excipients remained suspended without potency loss after confirming excipients did not affect API.
- Utilized HPLC to determine various interactions of the excipient against the API.
- Implemented corrective and preventive actions to improve quality assurance processes.
- Conducted quality assurance assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Immunotherapies are used in conjunction with chemotherapy in the treatment of lung cancer.
Senior Scientist
Armstrong World Industries
Lancaster
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Provided technical support for manufacturing and NPD scale-up of innovation projects from lab to pilot plant to production.
- Managed reformulation of 56 coating formulas due to Force Majeure, consolidating formulas to achieve $354K cost reduction.
- Replaced and reformulated alternative raw material for coatings thus decreasing costs $1.8M in 3 manufacturing facilities.
- Qualified and validated plant-based organic raw material to replace formaldehyde-based fiberglass.
- Created DOE to assess outcome prior to scale-up and validation.
Chemist
Johnson and Johnson
Lancaster
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Conducted HPLC analysis to assess potency of multiple APIs, ensuring product quality.
- Developed assays for new excipients to enhance formulation effectiveness of APIs.
- Supported quality assurance processes to maintain compliance with industry standards.
Scientist/Chemist
Life Technologies
Fredrick
01.2013 - 01.2014
- An FDA CLIA High Complexity Lab focused on clinical research, testing various human tissue samples to determine types of infection.
- Worked on developing a method for drying an experimental API that was used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
- We used various stands of bacteria collected from human tissue to understand how the drying method affected the API’s reaction to the bacteria.
- Potency levels of the API on the bacteria were checked by using HPLC.
- Scaled the drying process for API production after confirming potency stability.
- Conducted detailed tissue analysis using Quante Studio 5 to support clinical research objectives.
Chemist
Dentsply
York
01.2011 - 01.2013
- I worked in the clinical research lab under the supervision of two Ph.D.’s using human saliva (human specimens) to determine its interaction with various polymers used in the development of dentures, and fillings.
- The new polymer that was developed from these studies would allow for the prevention of various irritations of the mouth.
- Using mass spectroscopy, we were able to detect if toxins leached from the polymer into the new denture plates that would cause irritation of the mouth.
- Additionally, I was able to develop a novel method for mixing polymers along with developing the test method to determine viscosity and flow using an FT4.
- Provided dental products to clients
Formulation Scientist
JM Huber Corporation
Haver de Grace
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Developed innovative toothpaste formulas to enhance oral health and consumer satisfaction
- Designed unique flavor profiles for products to improve market appeal and customer experience
- Viscosity analysis
- Particle size distribution analysis
Education
Master of Science (MS) - Clinical Research Trial Development
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNBachelor of Science (BS) - Biology and Chemistry
Pennsylvania State University
York, PACertificate of Technical Studies - Nanotechnology, Material Sciences and Clean room certified
Penn State University
State College, PASkills
- Research and development
- Process development
- Laboratory Operations Management
- Pilot Plant Oversight
- Regulatory compliance
- Product validation
- Quality assurance
- Analytical development
Publications
Research Assistant, Pennsylvania State University, York, PA, 2009, Created novel method using organic and green chemistry to isolate proteins from animals. Betulin and Betula Papyrifera from plants used in the treatment of bacterial infections and various cancers. Published abstract and presented results at American Chemical Society 13th Annual Green Chemistry and Engineering Conference in 2009.
Military Service
United States Army, 5Th SFG, Fort Campbell, KY, Honorably discharged, Injuries sustained while in service.
Timeline
General supervisor/Chemist
York Pain Center
01.2023 - 01.2025
Senior Scientist
Bayer Pharmaceutical
01.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Scientist
Merck Pharmaceutical/ALKU
01.2019 - 01.2020
Senior Scientist
Armstrong World Industries
01.2016 - 01.2019
Chemist
Johnson and Johnson
01.2014 - 01.2015
Scientist/Chemist
Life Technologies
01.2013 - 01.2014
Chemist
Dentsply
01.2011 - 01.2013
Formulation Scientist
JM Huber Corporation
01.2010 - 01.2011
Master of Science (MS) - Clinical Research Trial Development
Walden University
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Biology and Chemistry
Pennsylvania State University
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nanotechnology, Material Sciences and Clean room certified
Penn State University