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Natalia Dashnaw

Waltham,MA

Summary

Innovative Researcher adept at developing probing questions, designing experiments and generating meaningful results. Experienced at identifying and using new technologies and resources. Works effectively and collaboratively with teams and individuals to attain company goals while thriving in a fast paced enviorment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Research Associate

Vaxess Technologies
01.2023 - Current


  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously at multiple CRO locations, ensuring timely completion and high-quality deliverables.
  • Communicated project status to management verbally and through technical documentation and presentations.
  • Managed and motivated co-ops to be productive and engaged in work while actively cross-training existing employees to maximize team agility and performance
  • Performed ID, IM, SQ, IP, and IV injections on both small and large animal models
  • Evaluated test article efficacy and developed comprehensive analytics of histological endpoints

Research Associate II

Vesigen Therapeutics
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Maintained a rodent (primarily mouse) animal colony at a local CRO
  • Surgical assistance for multiple ocular procedures on rodents
  • Increased throughput by optimizing protocols for high-throughput screening assays used in drug discovery efforts.
  • Performed histology staining and analysis for ocular studies (IHC on slides and flat-mounted tissues) both paraffin embedded and in-house cut cryostat sections

Biomedical Resource and Study Coordinator

CBSET Inc.
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Scheduled studies coming into the CRO with study directors, technical staff, housing and animal needs
  • Expedited study start-up timelines by efficiently coordinating site initiation visits, trainings, and equipment setup.
  • Strengthened relationships with external partners such as clinical sites and vendors through effective communication channels and consistent follow-through on commitments.
  • Improved data accuracy by implementing rigorous quality control measures during data collection and entry processes by optimizing a study matrix template

Reseach Associate

Ethicon Inc.
03.2019 - 09.2021
  • Provided surgical and technical support to studies side-by-side with skilled physicians during a wide array of procedures in vivo and benchtop
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between study phases through proactive planning, coordination, and communication with internal stakeholders.
  • Performed complex troubleshooting and assisted in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation.
  • Assessed project requirements against current GMP, GLP and EHS standards and practices

Education

B.S. Neuroscience -

Drew University

Skills

  • Study Management & Reporting
  • Technical Presentations
  • Team Management & Mentoring
  • Research and Analysis
  • GLP Study Management
  • Protocol Development & Experimental Design
  • In-life and benchtop techniques
  • Large and small animal handling, anesthesia induction and monitoring, injections (ID, IM, IP, IV, SQ)
  • Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and works well in high pressure environments
  • Immunohistochemistry Experience, Tissue Processing and Slide Preparation Proficiency

Timeline

Senior Research Associate

Vaxess Technologies
01.2023 - Current

Research Associate II

Vesigen Therapeutics
06.2022 - 01.2023

Biomedical Resource and Study Coordinator

CBSET Inc.
09.2021 - 06.2022

Reseach Associate

Ethicon Inc.
03.2019 - 09.2021

B.S. Neuroscience -

Drew University
Natalia Dashnaw