Hannah Elizabeth Gonzalez
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
Scientific Technical Liaison with 6+ years of experience supporting NGS and molecular diagnostic workflows in regulated laboratory environments. Proven ability to troubleshoot sequencing assays, collaborate cross-functionally with sponsors and internal teams, and communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. Strong background in NGS assay validation, SOP development, and internal team training for hematology-oncology applications.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
SCIENTIFIC LIAISON
Hematogenix Laboratory Services
Tinley Park, IL
09.2023 - Current
Support clinical trials aimed at hematology oncology trial research
- Facilitate communication between clinical teams and laboratory staff to optimize sequencing processes.
- Analyze genomic variant data from screening to minimal residual disease MRD for clinical reporting
- Develop SOPs and train department staff upon completion of new assay validations
MOLECULAR TECHNOLOGIST
Hematogenix Laboratory Services
Tinley Park, IL
06.2019 - 09.2023
Conducted molecular assays for diagnostic oncology testing
- Trained junior staff on laboratory protocols and safety procedures.
- Perform DNA/RNA extractions and subsequent diagnostic PCR testing of clinical patient samples
- Experienced in library preparation for Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) using Illumina products
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
SAMDI Tech Inc.
Chicago, IL
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Utilized a novel surface chemistry assay to measure biochemical activities for drug discovery
- Operated MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry technology
- Used GraphPad Prism for statistical and graphical analysis of data
BIOLOGIST
Eli Lilly and Company
Indianapolis, IN
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Performed biochemical assays in a high-throughput, FDA regulated pharmaceutical laboratory
- Evaluated drug potency and inhibition rates
- Maintained multiple cell lines in culture, including HeLa, CHO, and Jurkat cells
Education
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - Biology, Genetics
Purdue University Indianapolis
08.2017
WORK-STUDY LABORATORY ASSISTANT - undefined
Indiana University School of Medicine
Indianapolis, IN08.2017
Skills
- NGS troubleshooting & optimization
- Assay validation & method development
- PCR-based molecular diagnostics
- Hematology-oncology applications
- SOP writing & documentation
- Cross-functional collaboration
POSTERS
- Alveal, HE, LaFavers, K, Arrizabalaga, GA (2016) The Role Of Calcium Binding Proteins in the Intracellular Niche of the Parasite Toxoplasma gondii. Poster presented at 2016 Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students. Received Outstanding Poster Presentation Award
- Alveal, HE, Garbuz, T, Arrizabalaga, GA (2015) Role of OGG1 in Repair and Maintenance of Mitochondrial DNA in the Human Parasite Toxoplasma gondii. Poster presented at 2015 Midwest Neglected Infectious Disease Meeting at Notre Dame University
- Alveal, HE, Scholle, MD, Gurard-Levin, ZA (2019) TCAL-SAMDI: The first label-free and high-throughput, cell-based assay that reports on specific enzyme activities. Poster presented at 2019 Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening Conference.
Timeline
SCIENTIFIC LIAISON
Hematogenix Laboratory Services
09.2023 - Current
MOLECULAR TECHNOLOGIST
Hematogenix Laboratory Services
06.2019 - 09.2023
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
SAMDI Tech Inc.
08.2018 - 02.2019
BIOLOGIST
Eli Lilly and Company
08.2017 - 08.2018
WORK-STUDY LABORATORY ASSISTANT - undefined
Indiana University School of Medicine
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - Biology, Genetics
Purdue University Indianapolis