Gerald Reed
Nashville,TN
Summary
Results-driven and detail-oriented Team Leader with expertise in quality assurance initiatives, issue resolution, and effective interpersonal communication. Skilled in project management, personnel training, and production scheduling, setting a high standard for work ethic, punctuality, and quality. Adept at utilizing aseptic techniques, QPCR, mammalian tissue/bacterial culture, and microbiological techniques. Well-versed in experimental design and cellular and molecular biology. Committed to delivering exceptional results while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Passionate birder and plant enthusiast.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead
Aegis Sciences
Nashville, Tennessee
10.2021 - Current
- Direct supervision of SARS-CoV-2, Flu A/B, and HSV diagnostics
- Leadership of team members conducting complex laboratory testing in high throughput capacity
- Assisting in oversight in laboratory training of general lab procedures required for Viral RNA and DNA extraction, replication, and identification with QPCR instrumentation.
- Maintain stringent standards for quality following CLIA, CAP, and ICH, GCP regulations.
- Development and review of standard operating procedures.
- Deep understanding of Laboratory Information Management Systems.
- 3 years of BSL2, RT-PCR, & NGS experience.
Lead Molecular Biologist
Aegis Sciences
Nashville, Tennessee
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Recorded and reported test results accurately according to established procedures.
- Trained personnel on laboratory functions.
- Demonstrated individual and team laboratory tests.
- Monitored diagnostic test results.
- Supervised biological technicians, technologists and other scientists.
Molecular Biologist
Aegis Sciences
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Trained personnel on laboratory functions.
- Performed laboratory instrument maintenance.
- Extracted RNA and RT-PCR tested client samples for SARS-CoV-2.
Biopharma Technician
Aegis Sciences
Nashville, TN
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Followed BSL2 safety practices to safeguard against injury and contamination.
- Cleaned, maintained and properly stocked laboratory to prepare for required duties.
- Accessioned client samples into LIMS and prepared samples for testing.
Graduate Teaching Assistant/Adjunct Professor
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Instructed Microbiology lab courses.
- Trained Teaching Assistants to prepare microbial culture media.
- Subculture of BSL2 microbial organisms.
- 3 Years of BSL2 safety practices.
- Assisted in Biology lab prep.
Operations Agent
Geeksquad - Bestbuy
Clarksville, TN
03.2013 - 05.2020
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Troubleshot system failures or bugs and provided solutions to restore functionality.
- Installed, managed and updated operating systems and supported applications.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on computers, cellphones, & TV's according to industry standards.
Education
Master of Science - Biology
05.2020
- Aims of research provided evidence suggesting apoptotic cell death in breast cancer cell line MBA-MB-231 when treated with venom derived from Loxoceles reclusa.
- Experienced in tissue culture, aseptic technique, fluorescent microscopy, DNA laddering, microscopic imaging, Western Blot, material management, experimental design, writing and presenting skills.
Bachelor of Science - Biology
06.2017
Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- QPCR
- Mammalian tissue/bacterial culture
- Leadership
- DNA/RNA isolation
- Presenting
- Microbiological Techniques
- Experimental Design
- Cellular and Molecular Biology
- First Aid/CPR
- Time Management
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Team Lead - Aegis Sciences
10.2021 - Current
Lead Molecular Biologist - Aegis Sciences
01.2021 - 10.2021
Molecular Biologist - Aegis Sciences
07.2020 - 01.2021
Biopharma Technician - Aegis Sciences
05.2020 - 07.2020
Graduate Teaching Assistant/Adjunct Professor - Austin Peay State University
08.2017 - 05.2020
Operations Agent - Geeksquad - Bestbuy
03.2013 - 05.2020
Austin Peay State University - Master of Science, Biology
Austin Peay State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology
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