Rapheal Chizobam Igweh
Severn,MD
Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Scientist with expertise in clinical trial compliance, data analysis, and regulatory reporting. Proven ability to ensure protocol adherence and enhance patient safety. Comfortable handling complex issues, meeting strict deadlines and adjusting to rapidly changing conditions. Smart and committed to a job well done and offering exceptional drive.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Clinical research
Quest Diagnostics
Rockville, Maryland
12.2022 - Current
- Coordinated communication among investigators, study staff, sponsors, vendors, IRB personnel, and stakeholders to ensure seamless trial execution.
- Monitored patient safety during clinical trials according to established guidelines.
- Collaborated with sponsors and investigators to carry out efficient and fully compliant research trials.
- Assisted in the preparation of Institutional Review Board submissions for clinical trials.
- Conducted routine visits to research sites to ensure compliance with protocol requirements.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy of source documentation prior to database lock.
- Reviewed CRFs for completeness and accuracy before database entry.
- Adhered to standards in areas involving data collection, research protocols, and regulatory reporting.
- Resolved protocol deviations or violations by collaborating with sites and monitoring activities to maintain trial integrity.
Medical Laboratory Support specialist
Exact Sciences Corp
Baltimore, Maryland
02.2019 - 12.2022
- Conducted routine quality control checks to uphold testing accuracy and reliability.
- Analyzed experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures.
- Interpreted test results and initiated retesting procedures.
- Tracked sample processing and results using laboratory information systems to ensure accurate data management.
- Troubleshot laboratory instruments and equipment issues, providing technical support to maintain operational efficiency.
- Conducted routine checks on sensitive lab equipment to ensure consistent functionality and reliability.
- Trained junior technicians in proper operation of lab equipment.
- Provided technical support to research staff during experimental design, execution, and data analysis phases.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Spine and Joint Centre
Greenbelt, Maryland
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Performed hematology analyses including complete blood count and differential, coagulation testing, and body fluid analysis.
- Analyzed body fluids, including blood, urine, and cerebrospinal fluid, to detect abnormalities.
- Evaluated test results to determine if they are normal or abnormal; reported results to physicians in accordance with established protocols.
- Analyzed specimens for the presence of microorganisms using a variety of techniques such as culture, immunoassay, molecular diagnostics, and microscopic examination.
- Performed microbiological examinations on various samples to identify bacterial, fungal, and viral pathogens.
- Conducted analysis of samples using diverse methodologies to ensure accurate diagnostic results.
- Ensured report accuracy by evaluating statistics, verifying specimen identification, and assessing critical values.
- Investigated discrepancies between test results obtained by different technicians or laboratories.
- Supported pathologists in slide preparation for microscopic examination, enhancing diagnostic accuracy.
Education
Master of Science - Cancer Biology
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DC09-2024
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Imo State University
Nigeria10-2012
Skills
- Molecular diagnostics
- Clinical trial compliance
- Histopathology techniques
- Quality control
- Sample processing
- Laboratory information systems
- Data analysis
- Regulatory reporting
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Medical Laboratory Scientist/ Clinical research
Quest Diagnostics
12.2022 - Current
Medical Laboratory Support specialist
Exact Sciences Corp
02.2019 - 12.2022
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Spine and Joint Centre
01.2016 - 02.2019
Master of Science - Cancer Biology
University of The District of Columbia
Bachelor of Science - Medical Laboratory Science
Imo State University