GARY HEADY
INDIANAPOLIS
Summary
Results-driven Lead Technician specializing in histology, quantitative mass spectrometry, ELISA, and PCR, with a proven track record of developing innovative assays. Successfully trained personnel in advanced methodologies, enhancing team capabilities, and productivity. Committed to advancing scientific research through continuous improvement, and skill development.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD TECHNICIAN
Eli Lilly and Company
Indianapolis
03.2015 - Current
- Designed and executed development assays for various molecules and projects.
- Conducted COVID diagnostic PCR testing.
- Member of the Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) Team, using the S5 sequencing platform to analyze clinical trial samples.
- Handled comprehensive histology functions.
- Technical lead and operator of Laser Capture Microdissection (LCM), which included training scientists on the operation of the unit and identifying tissue components.
- Perform DNA and RNA isolations for amplification and analysis.
- Train and mentor contract employees in the processes of accessioning, study set-up, and lab equipment routine maintenance.
MANAGING MEMBER/OWNER
Two Guys and Brews LLC DBA Books & Brews
Speedway Indianapolis
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Collaborated with contractors and vendors to construct facilities and secure necessary operational equipment.
- Handled overall management of business social media accounts.
- Managed entire process of interviewing and hiring for management roles, wait staff, kitchen team.
- Created work schedules for all employees.
- Ensured restaurant maintained optimal inventory levels through efficient stock management.
- Handled comprehensive bookkeeping responsibilities.
HISTOTECHNICIAN, PART-TIME
Ameripath
Indianapolis
01.2013 - 03.2015
- Microtomy of various tissue types for diagnosis.
- Embedding of tissues.
- Grossing of bone marrow biopsies.
- Tissue processing.
SPECIMEN PROCESSING TECH, PART-TIME
Ameripath
Indianapolis
03.2012 - 01.2013
- Verify patient/specimen identification while entering information into the testing database.
LEAD LAB TECHNICIAN
Dow Agro Sciences
Indianapolis
06.2009 - 07.2011
- Designed and performed a variety of immunological assays, including sandwich ELISA, western blots, and lateral flow strips, in a GLP environment.
- Principal Analyst for Protein Expression Studies.
- Worked on ELISA assay development and validation projects.
- Lead operator after assisting in the implementation of an automated ELISA system (Triturus).
- Prepared standardized documentation to comply with quality requirements, and decrease operator error.
- Lab manager (kept the lab well stocked, supervised contract employees, and GLP equipment maintenance/validation).
CONTRACT RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Kelly Services on assignment at Dow AgroSciences
Indianapolis
09.2006 - 06.2009
- Performed several in vitro experiments related to system development in plant biotechnology.
- Responsible for maintaining in vitro transgenic plants, callus, and suspensions.
- Maintained long-term cultures through subculture.
- Trained new research assistants and university interns on short-term projects and several of the lab processes.
- Worked in the media lab, scheduling and preparing media for the work group, ensuring all teams received the needed media according to project timelines.
FLEX REGULAR/SORTER OPERATOR
Target Distribution Center
Indianapolis
10.2005 - 09.2006
- Operated and monitored an automated sorter system to maintain a continuous flow of product through the building to the proper location.
LEAD COORDINATOR
Indiana Mentor
Indianapolis
12.2001 - 10.2005
- Provided direct support for individuals with various mental and physical disabilities.
- Taught clients life skills such as cooking, cleaning, hygiene, and other necessary skills in order to facilitate their transition into more independent living.
- Ensured all documents and programs were properly documented.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BIOPHYSICS
Arizona State University
12.2028
HISTOTECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION PROGRAM -
Darton College
Skills
- Quantitative Mass Spectrometry
- PCR
- Employee training
- Molecular analysis
- ELISA
- Western blot
- Team Leadership
- Histology techniques
- Laboratory Management
Timeline
MANAGING MEMBER/OWNER
Two Guys and Brews LLC DBA Books & Brews
01.2017 - 02.2019
LEAD TECHNICIAN
Eli Lilly and Company
03.2015 - Current
HISTOTECHNICIAN, PART-TIME
Ameripath
01.2013 - 03.2015
SPECIMEN PROCESSING TECH, PART-TIME
Ameripath
03.2012 - 01.2013
LEAD LAB TECHNICIAN
Dow Agro Sciences
06.2009 - 07.2011
CONTRACT RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Kelly Services on assignment at Dow AgroSciences
09.2006 - 06.2009
FLEX REGULAR/SORTER OPERATOR
Target Distribution Center
10.2005 - 09.2006
LEAD COORDINATOR
Indiana Mentor
12.2001 - 10.2005
Bachelor of Science - BIOPHYSICS
Arizona State University
HISTOTECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION PROGRAM -
Darton College
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