María Alejandra Ripoll Ruiz
Midland,TX
Summary
Expert Biochemist and Lab Manager with 13 years of experience in preparation for and execution of Histocompatibility laboratory tests. Manages personnel and supply inventory; operated machinery and medical equipment to administer and analyze diagnostic tests and treatments. Caring for patients with precision.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Supervisor
Laboratorio MANTEL - Histocompatibility
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by optimizing workflows and laboratory procedures.
- Supervised and mentored 5 biochemists junior staff members to foster professional growth, skill development, and career advancement opportunities within the organization.
- Maintained equipment and facilities in good working order.
- Facilitated troubleshooting efforts during unexpected challenges or crises while maintaining composure under pressure.
Biochemist
CRAI Norte – CUCAIBA
08.2012 - 07.2022
- Histocompatibility Lab: HLA, Cross Match and Organ Transplants preparation.
- Performed more than 30 pre transplant sample analysis annually.
- Implemented quality control measures for reagents and samples, maintaining consistent experimental conditions.
- Troubleshot issues with laboratory equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal functioning.
Biochemist
Laboratorio MANTEL - Histocompatibility
07.2012 - 07.2021
- Histocompatibility Lab. HLA, PRA, Single Antigen using Luminex technology.
- Managed approximately 1500 samples per month.
- Improved lab efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, instruments, and supplies.
- Implemented quality control measures for reagents and samples according to the national regulations.
- Provided training for new lab assistants on proper use of equipment and handling of materials, ensuring consistent quality across team.
Biochemist
Laboratorio LIDMO
01.2010 - 07.2012
- Histocompatibility Lab: HLA genotyping and crossmatches. Disease association and pharmacogenetics analysis.
- Experience doing blood draws, labeling and centrifuging samples, recording maintenance data and decontamination, updating patient information.
- Collected and stored samples according to established procedures.
- Analyzed and interpreted results according to patient's medical history.
Education
Bachelor of Clinical Biochemistry - Biochemistry
Universidad Nacional De Córdoba – Facultad De Ciencias Químicas
Cordoba, Argentina12.2008
Skills
- Method Development
- Training and mentoring
- Laboratory Management
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Quality control and assurance
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Data Interpretation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Laboratory Supervisor
Laboratorio MANTEL - Histocompatibility
07.2021 - 07.2022
Biochemist
CRAI Norte – CUCAIBA
08.2012 - 07.2022
Biochemist
Laboratorio MANTEL - Histocompatibility
07.2012 - 07.2021
Biochemist
Laboratorio LIDMO
01.2010 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Clinical Biochemistry - Biochemistry
Universidad Nacional De Córdoba – Facultad De Ciencias Químicas
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