Mariah Byrne
Lansdale,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented Group Leader, with a strong background in vaccine manufacturing. Proven ability to execute experiments, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain precise documentation. Known for high productivity, strong communication skills, and a collaborative, results-driven leadership style. Growing experience in team management, strategic planning, and problem-solving.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Leader
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories PSS
West Point, PA
04.2025 - Current
- Coordinated training for new staff to promote operational efficiency, and uphold safety standards.
- Mentored team members on technical tasks and safety protocols to strengthen individual skill sets.
- Evaluated team performance, and collaborated on solutions to overcome operational challenges.
- Identified skill gaps and delivered targeted training to improve overall team capabilities.
- Communicated team objectives, and helped implement strategies aligned with broader organizational goals.
- Motivated team members by setting clear, achievable goals, and recognizing individual and group accomplishments.
Scientist II
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories PSS
West Point, PA
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Execute experiments in vaccine development and manufacturing, ensuring full adherence to strict quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Perform PCR assays to identify and quantify target sequences, directly supporting vaccine development and production efforts.
- Maintain precise and comprehensive experimental records, ensuring full compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, ensuring consistent accuracy and reliability in all results.
Research Technician II
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Collaborated on a project focused on identifying biomarkers for Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome
- Performed experiments utilizing laboratory techniques such as microscopy, cell culture, DNA/RNA extraction, and immunohistochemistry, to contribute to ongoing research projects.
- Assisted in all aspects of laboratory experiments, including sample preparation, data collection, and analysis.
- Conducted comprehensive literature reviews, and played a key role in drafting scientific reports and manuscripts.
- Presented research findings in lab meetings and effectively communicated results to colleagues.
- Proficient in data analysis using tools such as Excel and ImageJ.
- Managed and maintained laboratory equipment, and monitored supplies inventory.
Research and Development Internship
GlaxoSmithKline
Collegeville, PA
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Project: analyzed the effects of a compound of interest in cancer cell lines to study the mechanism of action
- Evaluated the upregulation of interferon-stimulated genes, a novel finding in cancer cell lines, by quantitative reverse transcription-PCR.
- Analyzed the expression of potential biomarkers in cancer cell lines by Western blot.
- Made and recorded observations, performed calculations, and collected/prepared data for evaluation.
Education
Associate of Science - Life Sciences
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PABachelor of Science - Cellular and Molecular Biology
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PASkills
- Vaccine development and manufacturing
- Molecular diagnostics and PCR assays
- GMP compliance and regulatory adherence
- Immunohistochemistry techniques
- Cell culture and maintenance
- Statistical analysis and PRISM software
- Communication and presentation skills
- Team leadership
Publication(s)
- Nirgude, S., Tichy, E. D., Liu, Z., Kavari, S. L., Pradieu, R. D., Byrne, M., Yang, F., Gil-de-Gómez, L., Mamou, B., Bernt, K. M., Yang, W., MacFarland, S., Xie, M., & Kalish, J. M. (2025). Single-nucleus multiomic analysis of Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome liver reveals PPARA signaling enrichment and metabolic dysfunction. Communications biology, 8(1), 495. https://doi.org/10.1038/s42003-025-07961-9
Timeline
Group Leader
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories PSS
04.2025 - Current
Scientist II
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories PSS
01.2025 - 04.2025
Research Technician II
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
01.2023 - 01.2025
Research and Development Internship
GlaxoSmithKline
07.2022 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Life Sciences
Montgomery County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Cellular and Molecular Biology
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
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