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Marvin Maravilla

San Lorenzo,CA

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Lab Technician 1Lab Associate 2Research Scientist InternSenior Manufacturing TechnicianManufacturing Technician

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: San Lorenzo, CA, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$55/hr - $1000/hr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match

Summary

Chemistry and Materials Science Laboratory Technologist with 5+ years of experience supporting experimental research, materials processing, and analytical characterization in regulated laboratory environments. Demonstrated expertise in sample preparation, instrumentation operation, and data collection for chemical and materials systems. Proven ability to maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, execute experiments, and document results in compliance with CGMP and safety protocols. Experienced in handling hazardous materials and supporting multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced technical settings.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Lab Technician 1

Mitra Chem
Mountain View, CA
09.2023 - 04.2026
  • Executed materials processing experiments using spray drying, including formulation, mixing, and controlled sample preparation
  • Evaluated slurry characteristics during milling to ensure optimal particle size and quality.
  • Oversaw post-spray drying evaluations to assess powder quality. Analyzed key powder metrics, such as press density, to inform product development. Engaged with cross-functional teams to share insights and drive improvements.
  • Performed physicochemical characterization including pH, viscosity, and solid content measurements of each sample
  • Trained on safe handling and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Managed chemical intake and organized storage to ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Lab Associate 2

Synthego
Redwood City, CA
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Synthesized and purified oligonucleotides using HPLC and SPE to support production
  • Prepared reagents, performed aliquoting, and executed precision pipetting for experimental workflows
  • Ensured sterility and proper use of laboratory equipment and controlled environments (e.g., fume hoods)

Research Scientist Intern

CSU East Bay
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Conducted experimental research using SERS for chemical and materials analysis of organic dyes in artworks for art conservation
  • Prepared chemical solutions and performed structured sample preparation for spectroscopy analysis

Senior Manufacturing Technician

Advance Cell Diagnostics
09.2016 - 09.2020
  • Performed formulation, aliquoting, and processing of chemical products in a regulated manufacturing environment
  • Inspected incoming materials and verified compliance with specifications and documentation.
  • Cross-collaborated among other departments to deliver accurate assays to customers.
  • In charge of the proper storage and organization of assays in a walkable freezer

Manufacturing Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific
12.2015 - 09.2016
  • Responsible for the end-to-end manufacturing process of oligonucleotides
  • Prepared chemical solutions and maintained laboratory inventory systems

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Science

California State University
Hayward, CA
01.2019 - 05.2023

Associate of Science - Biology Manufacturing

Laney College
Oakland
01-2016

Skills

Analytical & Materials Characterization HPLC, Solid Phase Extraction (SPE), Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Particle Size Analysis (Malvern)

Laboratory Equipment Spray Drying Systems, Centrifuges, Water Baths, AKTA Systems, DNA/RNA Synthesizers, Analytical Balances, Fume Hoods

Techniques Sample Preparation, Wet Chemistry, Oligonucleotide Synthesis, Dilutions & Reagent Preparation, Sterile Technique

General Laboratory Skills Strong laboratory documentation practices, compliance with SOPs and ES&H regulations, instrument maintenance, calibration, and measurement execution

Data & Software Microsoft Office Suite, Analytical Software, Basic Python (data handling and analysis)

Safety & Compliance Hazardous Materials Handling, Chemical Waste Management, CGMP, SOP Adherence, Laboratory Safety Protocols

LANGUAGES

Spanish - Native or Bilingual
English - Full Professional

Timeline

Lab Technician 1

Mitra Chem
09.2023 - 04.2026

Lab Associate 2

Synthego
08.2022 - 09.2023

Research Scientist Intern

CSU East Bay
01.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Health Science

California State University
01.2019 - 05.2023

Senior Manufacturing Technician

Advance Cell Diagnostics
09.2016 - 09.2020

Manufacturing Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific
12.2015 - 09.2016

Associate of Science - Biology Manufacturing

Laney College