Merril Ghabour
Eastvale,CA
Summary
Experienced upstream manufacturing associate specializing in quality control and safety through adherence of Good Lab Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices GMP) in an ISO 5 and ISO 7 class cleanroom environments. Achievements include significant improvements in laboratory testing accuracy and efficiency through aseptic sample preparation and chemical handling alongside a comprehensive skill set in data analysis, statistical analysis, technical writing, root cause analysis, design changes, and change control assessments that are a commitment to laboratory excellence. Familiar with a range of softwares and equipment, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, MATLAB, Minitab, DeltaV, Cytiva, Beckman Coulter Vicell, Nova Flex2, and Veeva Vault.
Aiming to transition into an engineering field where these biomedical skills value precision, analytical thinking, and continuous improvement.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Upstream Process Development
Avid Bioservices
Tustin, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Operated and maintained aseptic processing equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards
- Prepared reagents, media, buffers, and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis
- Calibrated precision instruments to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on calibration equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Aided in the development of new processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement initiatives.
- Supported quality control efforts through accurate documentation of batch records, equipment logs, and other essential data.
- Demonstrated resourcefulness in troubleshooting equipment issues, minimizing downtime, and preserving product integrity during unexpected events.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
Super User and Technologist Intern
City of Hope Hospital
Duarte, CA
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Designed an Artificial Intelligence (AI) prediction software in MATLAB for brain metastasis to aid healthcare professionals in assessing brain metastasis formation using 2D and 3D data with the final product having a detection rate of 89%.
- Aided in creating a functional lung software for quickly assessing lung functionality with 4DCT data with the final product having a detection rate of 94%.
- Anonymized patient data for use in the artificial intelligence training and transfer learning workload.
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
- Conducted comprehensive system analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to more streamlined operations and reduced costs.
- Established a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the technology team, enhancing overall skills and capabilities.
- Used regularly COMSOL MULTIPHYSICS, 3D Slicer, MATLAB , SOLIDWORKS, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), PACS Image Storage system, EPIC EMR SYSTEM, and CLC sequence viewer, to developed advanced proficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA06-2022
Skills
- Quality control
- Sample preparation
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Laboratory techniques
- Chemical handling
- Documentation and reporting
- Cleanroom protocol expertise
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Filter integrity testing
- Batch production records management
- Process validation techniques
- Aseptic technique mastery
Timeline
Upstream Process Development
Avid Bioservices
04.2023 - Current
Super User and Technologist Intern
City of Hope Hospital
10.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering
University of California, Riverside