Joanne Wright
SAN DIEGO,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Scientist
Pfizer
11.2003 - 05.2010
- Simultaneously managed several complex projects, meeting all pertinent milestones.
- Prioritized project tasks after discussions with both domestic and international team members across a variety of departments.
- Trained new employees on areas of technical expertise and compliance issues relevant to company policies.
- Conducted document review, organization and quality control of data acquisition to present new pharmaceutical drug applications and clinical trial applications to the FDA and other individual country regulatory agencies.
Scientist
Zylepsis Ltd
01.2000 - 11.2003
- Performed complex troubleshooting and assisted in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems.
- Conducted experiments in laboratory environment for product development purposes.
- Documented changes during experiments, noting unexpected issues arising during research activities.
- Read literature related to scientific area of expertise to remain current in knowledge.
- Evaluated and implemented new technologies and laboratory techniques to improve quality and robustness of sample analysis.
Bartender
Thomas Beckett Public House
10.1996 - 12.1999
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
Waitress
Rose And Crown Public House
10.1994 - 05.1995
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Laboratory Technician
SmithKline Beecham Pharmaceuticals
06.1992 - 09.1992
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
Retail Sales Associate
Marks And Spencer
05.1990 - 02.1991
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
Education
Ph.D. - Microbiology
University of Kent
Canterbury, Kent, England09.2000
Master of Science - Microbiology
University of Kent
Canterbury, Kent, England09.1996
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biological Science
University of The West of England
Bristol, Avon, England07.1995
Skills
- Workload Prioritization
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Cash Drawer Management
- Dining Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Independent Judgement
Additional Information
Whilst raising my two children, I spent 8 years as a room mom, Garden Corps Instructor, Art Corps Instructor, Super Science assistant and classroom volunteer. I helped run the Scholastic Book Fair for 5 years and organized and ran themed holiday parties for classes. I participated as a chaperone on many field trips and assisted the school with fund raising activities. I currently serve as Vice President and Publicity Officer on the Scripps Ranch High School Falcon Playhouse board and I assist with the concessions stand for each of the four productions they put on each year.
Timeline
Senior Scientist
Pfizer
11.2003 - 05.2010
Scientist
Zylepsis Ltd
01.2000 - 11.2003
Bartender
Thomas Beckett Public House
10.1996 - 12.1999
Waitress
Rose And Crown Public House
10.1994 - 05.1995
Laboratory Technician
SmithKline Beecham Pharmaceuticals
06.1992 - 09.1992
Retail Sales Associate
Marks And Spencer
05.1990 - 02.1991
Ph.D. - Microbiology
University of Kent
Master of Science - Microbiology
University of Kent
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biological Science
University of The West of England