Mikki L. Wakeman
Eurofins
East Bridgewater,MA
13
years of professional experience
Professional scientist with significant experience in laboratory analysis and solid track record of delivering impactful results. Skilled in advanced analytical techniques, precise data interpretation, and strict adherence to protocols. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability to shifting priorities, and consistent reliability in achieving objectives. Strong understanding of safety protocols and data interpretation in laboratory settings.
Work History
Laboratory Analyst II
1 Year 2 Months- Conducted routine sample preparation, analysis, and result reporting using laboratory SOPs and QA/QC requirements.
- Performed wet chemistry and instrumental testing with accurate data entry into LIMS and review systems.
- Maintained compliance with MA DEP, GMP, and GLP documentation standards during daily laboratory workflows.
- Investigated out-of-specification results, documented deviations, and supported corrective actions as senior scientist.
- Service engineer for all lab instrumentation
- Analysis included: IC, FIA, colormetric, bench top wet chemistry
Laboratory Analyst I
5 Years 7 Months- Conducted laboratory analyses on materials and samples using standardized procedures and instrumentation.
- Operated and troubleshot equipment, instruments and associated software and routinely performed quality control on instrumentation to comply with established specifications.
- Maintained accurate records for sample tracking, test documentation, and data reporting.
- Implemented new instrumentation and wrote SOPs to go with them.
- Service engineer for all lab instrumentation
Laboratory Technician
1 Year 8 Months- Performed routine laboratory tests following established protocols and quality standards.
- Prepared reagents, samples, and solutions according to safety and procedural requirements.
- Trained new staff on laboratory workflows, documentation standards, and specimen handling.
- Analysis run: BOD, solids, SPE for oil and grease, colorimetric and bench top chemistry.
Undergraduate Research
4 Months- Project title: Investigation into the lesion bypass activity of human DNA polymerase kappa following a mutation of the residue D109N in the active site. (Mentor: Dr. Samer Lone)
- Executed site-directed mutagenesis on polymerase kappa to evaluate its lesion bypass activity.
- Conducted protein purification steps to isolate and characterize mutated polymerase kappa.
- Department of Chemical Science; Bridgewater, MA
Undergraduate Research
1 Year 4 Months- Project title: Maximizing the extraction efficiency of arsenic in solid matrices followed by graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometric analysis. (Mentor: Dr. Cielito DeRamos King)
- Secured Adrian Tinsley Program Semester Research Grant; Fall 2014 Bridgewater State University, conducted testing of locally store-bought meats (shrimp and chicken) using EPA digestion methods and SRM1566b oyster tissue as reference material, and performed graphite furnace atomic absorption spectroscopy
- Presented research findings at local research symposia, Bridgewater State University, contributing to academic discourse and knowledge sharing
- Showcased research at National Meeting of the American Chemical Society, Denver, CO March 2015, enhancing visibility of project within the scientific community
- Department of Chemical Science; Bridgewater, MA
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Concentration in Biochemistry
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Skills
Sample preparation and analysis
Data analysis
Chromatography
Data reporting
Instrument Calibration
Instrument troubleshooting
Instrument maintenance
Laboratory techniques
Reagent and standard preparation
Issue troubleshooting
Troubleshooting issues
Timeline
Laboratory Analyst II
Eurofins
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Laboratory Analyst I
ESS/ Rise Engineering
01.2020 - 08.2025Read More
Laboratory Technician
Analytical Balance
05.2018 - 01.2020Read More
Undergraduate Research
Bridgewater State University
01.2015 - 05.2015Read More
Undergraduate Research
Bridgewater State University
01.2014 - 05.2015Read More
Bridgewater State University
Bachelor of Science from Chemistry
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Massasoit Community College
Associate of Science from Liberal Arts And Sciences
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