JESSICA RACHEL SANAMANDRA
Durham,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Associate II
KBI Biopharma, Inc.
11.2022 - Current
- Performed over 200 complex wet chemistry tests, including SoloVPE, UV-Vis, HPLC/UPLC, ELISA, qPCR, and Capillary Electrophoresis (CE), ensuring high precision and reliability
- Created and optimized 15 study worksheets, analytical testing methods, and bridging protocols, contributing to the successful completion of 10+ major projects
- Documented testing and reporting results in compliance with GDP standards, following ALCOA+ principles for over 50 experiments
- Maintained detailed notebooks and analyzed data using Excel and elementary statistical analysis, resulting in accurate reporting and informed decision-making for 10+ projects
- Executed experimental protocols for drug substances and products with a 98% adherence rate to standard procedures
- Independently conducted 12 method validations and qualifications for clients, enhancing the reliability of testing processes
- Made detailed observations and resolved 30+ troubleshooting issues during experiments, contributing to improved experimental accuracy
- Ensured proper labeling, sample handling, and storage of chemicals for over 100 chemical substances, maintaining compliance with safety regulations
- Demonstrated flexibility and efficiency in managing tasks within tight project initiation windows, achieving project milestones on average 15% ahead of schedule
- Collaborated with 20+ Scientists and teammates, facilitating effective communication and teamwork to advance research goals
- Mentored and trained 3+ junior team members.
Research Associate I - In Vitro
Biomere
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Conducted in-vitro studies for over 30 internal and contract research studies (CRO), adhering to established protocols and SOPs
- Independently generated over 50 formulations, and procedural files, streamlining study processes and documentation
- Performed 100+ ELISAs, prepared detailed paperwork, and analyzed data to produce accurate summaries for 15+ studies
- Conducted hematology analysis (CBCs) on 150+ whole blood samples and serum chemistries on 100+ serum samples, supporting the clinical pathology team
- Assisted in staining samples for flow cytometry, contributing to 50+ successful analyses
- Led isolation of PBMCs and hepatocytes from 50+ samples, enhancing study accuracy and efficiency
- Performed quality control for data from 25+ studies, maintaining high standards of data integrity
- Collaborated with 10+ Scientists and colleagues, ensuring effective communication and teamwork
- Conducted daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and calibrations for 10+ pieces of lab equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Claflin University
Orangeburg, SCBachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University Of South Carolina
Columbia, SCSkills
- Solution Preparation
- Characterization
- Quality and Compliance: Qualification/Validation
- GDP
- GLP
- GMP
- ICH Guidelines
- Empower 3
- SoftMax
- Microsoft Office
- Effective Communication
- Lab Operations
- Problem Solving
- Troubleshooting
- Critical Thinking
Publications
Bagasra O, P Pandey, JR Sanamandra, JM Houston, E. McClean, and H. Albrecht. Infectivity of Human Olfactory Neurons to SARS-CoV-2: A Link to Anosmia.
Certification
- Project Management, Google - Nov 2024
Timeline
Research Associate II
KBI Biopharma, Inc.
11.2022 - Current
Research Associate I - In Vitro
Biomere
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Project Management, Google - Nov 2024
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Claflin University
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University Of South Carolina
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