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KOSSI SERGE KATCHEKPELE
Assoiate Scientist
Frederick,MD
Summary
Communicative Associate Scientist proficient in Lipid-Nanoparticle(LNP) characterization and analysis. Talented individual educated in safety procedures, processes, and regulations. Leverages exceptional laboratory knowledge to perform complex assays and testing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Associate Scientist
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Rockville, MD
02.2023 - Current
- Design and execute scientific studies supporting formulation of Lipid-Nanoparticles (LNP)
- Produced statistical reports to correlate with laboratory research.
- Performed complex troubleshooting and assisted in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation.
- Worked with cross-functional project teams to support production and characterization of mRNA LNP drug products
- Evaluated and implemented new technologies and laboratory techniques to improve quality and robustness of sample analysis.
- Prepared samples for analytical testing
Pharmacy Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Gaithersburg, MD
06.2022 - Current
- Counted, measured, and compounded over 100 medications daily, following standard procedures.
- Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
- Answered incoming over 50 phone calls daily and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Entered and processed patients' prescriptions into internal system.
Research Assistant
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.
- Collaborated with 5 other researchers to develop successful research strategies.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys, and leading focus groups.
Pharmacy Technician
Giant Pharmacy
Germantown, MD
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from over 100 customers daily.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Solved customer problems in person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
Lab Assistant
University of Maryland Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Demonstrated flexibility working in fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.
Coach
Michael and Sons Sportsplex
Rockville, MD
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Coached athletes between the age of 1 and 10 on the fundamentals of soccer
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate a strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build a cohesive, structured team.
Education
B.A. - Biological Sciences
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)
Baltimore, MD 08.2018 - 05.2022
Skills
Flow Cytometry
Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis(NTA)
Fluorescence Microscopy
Assay development
DNA Extraction
Drug Product Formulation
Dynamic Light Scattering(DLS)
Lab result interpretation
Safety and environmental standards
Results analysis
Vaccines and immunology
Pipetting Techniques
Scientific methodologies
Software
Timeline
Associate Scientist
Thermo Fisher Scientific
02.2023 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Kaiser Permanente
06.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
Giant Pharmacy
11.2020 - 10.2021
Lab Assistant
University of Maryland Baltimore County
08.2020 - 12.2020
Research Assistant
University of Maryland Baltimore County
01.2020 - 12.2022
Coach
Michael and Sons Sportsplex
12.2019 - 03.2020
B.A. - Biological Sciences
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)
08.2018 - 05.2022