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Hi, I’m

Matthew Good

Lancaster,PA
Matthew Good

Summary

Experienced scientist specializing in analytical method development in cell therapy and gene therapy. Seeking to leverage advanced analytical skills, extensive laboratory experience, strong collaboration and communication abilities, and expertise in infectious diseases and microbiology.

Overview

7
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

J&J Innovative Medicine
Malvern, PA

Experienced Scientist - Advanced Therapies
02.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Supporting analytical method development to drive commercial release of CAR-T cell therapies and AAV gene therapies
  • Leading end-to-end method development of molecular and infectivity assays from design and optimization, through qualification/bridging/transfer
  • Authoring qualification protocols, methods, SOPs, development reports, and validated analysis tools
    Collaborating with SMEs and stakeholders to lead co-qualification activities across a multi-functional, global group
  • Serving as bioassay and molecular SME coordinating early-phase development activities at CROs
  • Successfully leading multiple teams that support day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to compliance requirements
  • Regularly execute lab experiments and sample testing to generate analytical data to assess method performance and to support in-process drug development
  • Methods and Techniques - qPCR, dPCR, cell culture and maintenance, cell-based infectivity assays, plaque assays, Flow cytometry, Laser Force Cytology, Single Particle Interferometry

Eurofins
Lancaster, PA

Senior Scientist - Viral Safety Testing Services
05.2018 - 02.2020

Job overview

  • Contributed to Viral Safety method development through design and validation of plaque and infectivity assays.
  • Ensured client satisfaction by performing daily GMP client sample testing, accurately capturing results, and ensuring clear and concise documentation
  • Methods and Techniques - in vitro adventitious agents testing using a variety of mammalian and insect cell lines, plaque assays, focus forming assays, immunostaining, hemagglutination, and hemadsorption

PITT Public Health
Pittsburgh, PA

Graduate Student Researcher
09.2016 - 04.2018

Job overview

  • Assessed the direct impact of Zika virus on the phenotype and function of dendritic cells
  • Modeled interactions of Zika virus antigen presenting dendritic cells with memory T cells
  • Designed, executed, and summarized in vitro immunological studies on primary cell cultures
  • Utilized a multitude of assays and techniques: multicolor flow cytometry, ELISPOT, ELISA, multiplex ELISA, virus propagation, in vitro infection assays, cell viability assays, qPCR, microscopy

Genentech, Inc.
South San Francisco, CA

Quality Data Management Specialist
07.2015 - 10.2015

Job overview

  • Executed successful transition of Regulatory Data associated with investigational medicinal product quality decisions to a GMP compliant data repository
  • Collaborated closely with project lead, stakeholders, and subject matter experts across a global group
  • Maintained compliance with GMP, adherence to quality policies, and SOPs

Ahlstrom Filtration LLC
Mt. Holly Springs, PA

Quality Assurance Specialist - Advanced Filtration
04.2014 - 11.2014

Job overview

  • Drove continuous improvement efforts and successful implementation of a quality system by adhering to ISO 9001-2008 requirements and a wide variety of SOPs
  • Executed diverse quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) functions in an environment manufacturing material for life science and food industries
  • Demonstrated ability to manage raw material and end-point testing, equipment calibration, data entry, and method troubleshooting

Education

Graduate School of Public Health, University of Pittsburgh

Master of Science (MS) from Infectious Diseases and Microbiology
04.2018

College of Arts and Sciences, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science (BS) from Biology
05.2013

University Overview

Minor: Biochemistry

Skills

  • Method Development
  • Gene and Cell Therapy
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Review and Analysis of Scientific Data
  • Molecular Biology
  • Cell Biology
  • Infectious Diseases

Certification

Certified in Public Health (CPH), 09/2019, National Board of Public Health Examiners, NBPHE# 16591

References

Available Upon Request

Languages

English
Native language

Timeline

Experienced Scientist - Advanced Therapies

J&J Innovative Medicine
02.2020 - Current

Senior Scientist - Viral Safety Testing Services

Eurofins
05.2018 - 02.2020

Graduate Student Researcher

PITT Public Health
09.2016 - 04.2018

Quality Data Management Specialist

Genentech, Inc.
07.2015 - 10.2015

Quality Assurance Specialist - Advanced Filtration

Ahlstrom Filtration LLC
04.2014 - 11.2014

Graduate School of Public Health, University of Pittsburgh

Master of Science (MS) from Infectious Diseases and Microbiology

College of Arts and Sciences, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science (BS) from Biology
Matthew Good