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Fiona Armoo

Summary

Results-oriented Researcher skillful in managing and breaking down large volumes of information. Proactive at heading off issues in operations, workflow and production by breaking down Procedure to easily digestible communicable instructions to reach assigned goals. Offering excellent communication and good judgment I am a team player who's enthusiasm for efficient completion of tasks imparts a keen sense for troubleshooting and adequate decision making.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Analyst II

BioAgilytix
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Collected, arranged and input information into database system.
  • Accurately compiled and processed qPCR data into summary tables and data reports for sponsors/clients
  • Peer reviewed raw data for sponsor clinical trials and studies to ensure ALCOA, GxP compliance
  • Collaborated with Scientists and investigators in nucleic acid assay development and assay validation
  • Developed and updated tracking reagent/ inventory spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
  • Independently ran qPCR while adhering to all safety requirements methods and directives

Medical Technologist

Indiana University Health
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Followed laboratory protocols for specimen processing, analysis and results reporting.
  • Operated, calibrated and maintained sophisticated instruments and equipment to facilitate quality laboratory and patient care operations.
  • Analyzed laboratory findings to check accuracy of results.
  • Conducted chemical analysis of body fluids to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
  • Trained and oriented new medical technologists to perform and interpret tests.

Research Associate

Indiana Biosciences Research Institute
02.2021 - 05.2022
  • Set up equipment, organized inventory and maintained facilities.
  • Maintained human and mouse cell lines
  • Collaborated with PI to review pre publication papers
  • Presented recent scientific findings in the IUPUI School of Medicine, Center of Diabetes and Metabolic Diseases symposium
  • Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of progress in assay development.
  • Adapted a novel protocol for the development of a GPCR assay for the purpose of characterizing the function of GPR31, Adenosine receptor 1&2A in the development of Type 1 Diabetes

Lab Technologist

Covance
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Performed human SARS-COV-2 specimen testing by preparing specimens for analysis and maintaining assay quality.
  • Performed human DNA/RNA extractions and qPCR analyses of samples according to the company's Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of defective records or inadequate care plans.
  • Recorded and interpreted laboratory results to present to senior colleagues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

The College of Wooster
Wooster, OH
05.2020

Skills

  • Compliance Analysis
  • Incident Reporting
  • Cell culture
  • qPCR
  • E coli culture
  • Yeast culture
  • Western blot
  • DNA/RNA extraction
  • Plasmid/Vector transfection
  • Gene cloning
  • Data Analysis
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Presentation Building

Publications

  • Small Molecule-mediated Insulin Hypersecretion Induces Transient ER Stress Response and Loss of Beta Cell Function
  • Battle for Blood: A Study of the Effects of Halymorpha Halys Volatiles on Aedes Aegypti Mosquitoes

Certification

Medical Interpreter

Software Proficiency

Outlook, Microsoft Suite, GraphPad Prism, SoftMax, Quant Studio, Zoom, Google Drive, SPSS

Languages

French
Limited Working

Timeline

Analyst II

BioAgilytix
05.2022 - 11.2022

Medical Technologist

Indiana University Health
10.2021 - 05.2022

Research Associate

Indiana Biosciences Research Institute
02.2021 - 05.2022

Lab Technologist

Covance
08.2020 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

The College of Wooster

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