Mayelyn Placencia Minaya
Perth Amboy,NJ
Summary
Analytical chemist with research, development, and quality control experience in chemical science. Proficient in analytical techniques, laboratory safety protocols, and quality assurance processes. Strong problem-solving and communication skills support reliable project outcomes in complex environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemist
Intertek USA, Inc.
Whitehouse, NJ
05.2023 - Current
- Planned, executed, and completed projects with staff support, ensuring timely delivery.
- Keeps equipment in good working order and resolves instrument issues.
- Provided guidance to junior staff on foundational project activities.
- Reviews data and prepares technical reports under supervision.
- Checks projects against current procedures and regulations.
- Provided technical training to junior staff, enhancing their foundational skills.
- Performed thorough technical assessments to evaluate project requirements.
- Organized information and contributed findings to support investigative efforts.
- Achieved qualifications in HPLC, ICPMS, and GC systems through training.
Medical Technologist- Chemistry
ACCU REFERENCE MEDICAL LAB
Linden, NJ
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and troubleshoot medical laboratory instruments
- Prepare reagents, performed testing procedure, reported and interpreted test results
- Conducted Cystic Fibrosis and RPP testing in a clinical laboratory setting.
- Prepare and perform qPCR testing to accurately detect COVID-19
- Validated methods in accordance with FDA guidelines for the appropriate phase of development.
- Accomplish analytical research and documentation in compliance with GMP, OSHA ,CAP, CILA , HIPAA and additional state regulations related to safety, cleanliness and infection control
- Implemented new quality control measures, enhancing batch production accuracy and reliability
- Ensure quality control, maintain integrity of samples, and maintain accurate record keeping
- Achieved qualification in ICPMS and HPLC techniques for laboratory analysis.
Lab Technican
IBX INFINITY BIOLOGIX (SAMPLED)
New Brunswick, NJ
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Operated on Micro Lab Star Hamilton and JANUS G3
- Obtained COVID samples daily, ranging from 15,000 to 30,000.
- Facilitated MS2 Master Mix production to efficiently isolate RNA from saliva samples.
- Performed RNA isolation and extractions using the Chemagic 360 Nucleic Acid Extractor in preparation for qPCR
- Extracted DNA and RNA from various biological sources using established testing methods.
- Trained new employees on machine operations and software, including LIMS and project Destiny (PD), enhancing the onboarding process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BIOLOGY
Kean University
Union, NJ01-2020
Skills
- HPLC operation
- ICP-MS operation
- GC and HPLC
- Method validation
- Quality control methods
- Quality control
- GMP compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Instrument troubleshooting
- ICPMS expertise
- Chromatography techniques
Certification
CPR, OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens, HIPAA Privacy and Security
Training
- ASQ - Internal Auditing Basics (2024)
- Cintas CPR and First Aid Training Certification (2025)
- Eastern Analytical Symposium, Inc. - HPLC and UHPLC for Practicing Scientists 1 & 2: Fundamentals, Method Development & Troubleshooting (2025)
Accomplishments
- Engineer of the Year
Timeline
Chemist
Intertek USA, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Medical Technologist- Chemistry
ACCU REFERENCE MEDICAL LAB
01.2021 - 01.2023
Lab Technican
IBX INFINITY BIOLOGIX (SAMPLED)
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - BIOLOGY
Kean University