Michael Ferello
Philadelphia,PA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Biotechnician
Merck
West Point , PA
01.2022 - Current
- Aided in the general maintenance and support functions for the production of the Rota-Teq vaccine
- Executed microbial air and surface monitoring tests and records results in computerized data systems and cGMP documents
- Interfaced with the Delta V systems, PAS-X, and SAP
- Trained and experienced in aseptic gowning and processing to ensure the production of the Rota-Teq vaccine
Undergraduate Research Assistant
The Spence Lab
Philadelphia, PA
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Researched spinal cord injury, recovery, and locomotion in rodents
- Analyzed rodent kinematic data using the machine learning algorithm DeepLabCut
- Designed and developed basic circuitry for infrared light spectroscopy
Education
Master of Engineering - Biological Chemical Engineering
Lehigh University College of Engineering
Bethlehem, PA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering
Temple University College of Engineering
Philadelphia, PA05-2022
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- COMET / SAP
- MATLAB
- GLIMS
- Solidworks (CAD)
- PAS-X
Relevant Project Experience
The Spence Lab
Senior Design Project
- Developed NIRF markers to assist in analyzing hindlimb kinematic data of in-vivo rodent models.
- Surgically placed markers on rodents and through utilizing spectral cameras and machine software reduced inaccuracies in gait kinematic data.
- Cross-linked polymers to create custom dye solutions for kinematic markers
Relevant Experience
- Experience in a wide variety of labs focused on chemistry, biology, spectroscopy, cell culture and other fields
- Performed techniques such as purification, chromatography, fermentation, and characterization
- Operates in a lab safely and efficiently following all GMP and SOP guidelines
Timeline
Biotechnician
Merck
01.2022 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
The Spence Lab
08.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Engineering - Biological Chemical Engineering
Lehigh University College of Engineering
Bachelor of Science - Bioengineering
Temple University College of Engineering