Kayla A Martin
Boston,MA
Summary
Reliable employee offering proven history of leadership and dedication. Eager to contribute strong knowledge to any team or organization.
Scientist with strong background in chemical analysis, synthesis, and quality control. Proven track record of achieving impactful results through method development and process optimization. Strong collaborator, adaptable to dynamic environments, and consistently reliable in meeting project goals. Skilled in laboratory techniques, data interpretation, and safety protocols.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PET Radiopharmaceutical Chemist II
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
04.2023 - Current
- Conducted complex chemical analyses to support clinical research initiatives.
- Developed and optimized laboratory protocols to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure precise data interpretation and reporting.
- Mentored junior chemists in experimental techniques and safety procedures.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Evaluated new analytical methods for improved accuracy and reliability of results.
- Led projects aimed at improving laboratory workflows and reducing turnaround times.
- Trained staff on advanced instrumentation and data analysis software tools.
- Synthesized new compounds, leading to development of innovative products that met market needs.
PET Radiopharmaceutical Chemist
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
05.2021 - Current
- Support and participate in quality (QI) and performance improvement plans (PI)
- Received, reviewed, dispensed, and labeled over hundreds of prescriptions daily with expert accuracy.
- Provide radiation safety support in the event of a radiation incident/spill
- Perform nuclear medicine and radiographic procedures
- Receive request, checking for special instructions from physicians
- Conducted chemical analyses using chromatography and spectroscopy techniques to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support research initiatives and clinical trials.
- Mentored junior chemists in laboratory techniques and best practices to enhance team performance.
- Led investigations into non-conformance issues, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Developed over 10 laboratory testing programs and data analysis while adhering to SOPs, ECOs, batch records and work instructions.
Office Assistant
Northeastern University
Boston, MA
08.2016 - Current
- Assist students by helping them complete and process I9s.
- Produced professional employment verifications for students and alumni at the university.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Northeastern University
Boston, MASkills
- Proficient in the Microsoft Suite
- HIPAA
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Safety
- Strong communication skills
- Health Education
- Organizational strengths
- Lab operations
- Chemical handling
- Laboratory techniques
- Report writing
- Lab equipment maintenance
- Data management
- Chromatography techniques
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Data interpretation
- Basic chemistry
- Analytical chemistry
- Chemical safety protocols
- Chemical instrumentation
- Quality control analysis
- Experimental design
- Research and development
- Sample processing
- Instrument Calibration
- Adaptability in research
- Chemical inventory tracking
- Scientific writing
- Collaborative teamwork
- Hazardous waste management
- Equipment maintenance
- ISO 9001 manufacturing standards
- Report generation
- Records management
- Batch record analysis
- Product development
- Equipment management
- Chemical storage management
- Inventory purchasing
- Inventory auditing
- Nuclear chemistry
- GMP compliance
- Materials science
- Troubleshooting and analysis
- Chemical analysis
- Quality control
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Safety protocols
- GMP practices
- GMP management
- GMP implementation
- GMP training
- GMP adherence
- Computer skills
Timeline
PET Radiopharmaceutical Chemist II
Massachusetts General Hospital
04.2023 - Current
PET Radiopharmaceutical Chemist
Massachusetts General Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Office Assistant
Northeastern University
08.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Northeastern University