Halena Scarberry
Chicago,USA
Summary
Scientist with strong foundation in molecular biology and laboratory operations. Adept at performing high-precision molecular tests and maintaining stringent quality control standards. Focused on collaborative teamwork and achieving consistent, reliable results, adaptable to evolving laboratory needs. Known for meticulous attention to detail and problem-solving acumen.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Molecular Technologist II - Next Generation Sequencing (RNA)
Tempus AI
05.2024 - Current
- Normalize and follow Dnase procedures on samples to prepare them for the next stage of sequencing
- Attach adapter sequences to RNA and purify them
Lead Molecular Technologist II - Extractions
Tempus AI
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Checked the quality of sample results to determine if they were ready for the downstream stages of processing
- Assisted the team in adjusting to a complete transitional change of the workflow
- Participated in side-projects with R&D team
Lead Molecular Technologist I - Extractions
Tempus AI
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Trained molecular technologists on multiple parts of the workflow
- Assisted with the creation of workflow and training schedules
- Played a pivotal role in the troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues that arose
Molecular Technologist I - Extractions
Tempus AI
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Complied with SOPs to ensure quality testing results were reported
- Operated liquid handlers, such as Tecan and Hamilton
Medical Scribe
ScribeAmerica
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Rounded with attending doctors to chart in patients' records
- Prepared patient Discharge Summaries for doctors
- Maintained patient charts to reflect up-to-date notes
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO05.2022
Skills
- LIMS/LAMS
- Library Preparation
- Hybridization and Capture
- Liquid handling machinery
- Automated DNA purification
- Sample analysis
- Troubleshooting
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- RNA isolation and purification
- Good laboratory practices (GLP)
- Next generation sequencing
Timeline
Molecular Technologist II - Next Generation Sequencing (RNA)
Tempus AI
05.2024 - Current
Lead Molecular Technologist II - Extractions
Tempus AI
03.2024 - 05.2024
Lead Molecular Technologist I - Extractions
Tempus AI
01.2024 - 03.2024
Molecular Technologist I - Extractions
Tempus AI
11.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Scribe
ScribeAmerica
12.2021 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
University of Colorado
Master of Science - Biotechnology
University of Wisconsin
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