Mackenzie Gareau
Evansville
Summary
Adaptable and dependable professional with extensive quality control laboratory experience in pharmaceutical and clinical settings. Proven skills in communications, teamwork, and leadership, contributing to successful project outcomes. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences with minors in Criminal Justice and Psychology, currently pursuing a Master's degree in Forensic Science online at Arizona State University.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemist
AstraZeneca
Mount Vernon
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted analytical testing of finished tablet products, ensuring content uniformity and impurity identification via HPLC.
- Developed and validated methods to support manufacturing processes and product lifecycle management.
- Ensured adherence to GMP, SOP, GLP, FDA, and ICH regulatory standards during testing and documentation.
- Troubleshot analytical instrumentation and laboratory techniques to enhance efficiency and reliability.
- Participated in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance for regulatory inspections.
Clinical Laboratory Assistant- Blood Bank
University of Missouri Hospital
Columbia
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Implemented and maintained quality control measures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results. Adhering to established protocols and guidelines for blood bank procedures.
- Performed blood typing and crossmatching tests to ensure compatibility between donors and recipients, minimizing the risk of transfusion reactions.
- Provided accurate and detailed documentation of laboratory procedures, test results, and donor information.
- Maintained organized records and followed regulatory requirements for documentation.
Patient Navigator
Boone Hospital Center
Columbia
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided clear communication with patients, and provided key information about surgical selections, application processes, insurance benefits, and scheduling.
- Created and maintained all file systems, organized clinical equipment, charted patient vitals, and medical history.
- Coordinated patient appointments and follow-ups with healthcare providers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Exercise Science
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TNMaster of Science - Forensic Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- GMP compliance
- Microsoft Excel
- Chemical handling
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Laboratory techniques
- Karl Fischer
- 1Lab & LIMS
- Blood typing
- Quality control
Timeline
Chemist
AstraZeneca
08.2025 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Assistant- Blood Bank
University of Missouri Hospital
11.2023 - 05.2024
Patient Navigator
Boone Hospital Center
02.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Missouri
Some College (No Degree) - Exercise Science
Austin Peay State University
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Arizona State University
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