Nkecha Hughes
Summary
An accomplished Research Professional with multiple years of experience in clinical research Research Professional with 20+ years of experience bringing a strong focus on organization and operational efficiency. Managing and supporting laboratory staff, directing the day-to-day workflow, and overseeing the quality of all work.
Experienced Laboratory Manager with a focus on continuous improvement. Always seeking opportunities to enhance efficiency, processes, or operations. Prepared to offer many years of industry experience to a new role. Looking to put expertise and experience to good use in a forward-thinking company.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Lab Manager
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
01.2020 - Current
- Managed day-to-day operations of the research lab, including personnel, budgeting and scheduling.
- Supervised and evaluated staff performance in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations related to hazardous materials handling in the lab.
- Developed and implemented strategies for streamlining the research lab's operations.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all research activities, results, and data analysis.
- Collaborated closely with researchers to develop new protocols for conducting experiments.
- Provided technical guidance to laboratory staff on a variety of projects as needed.
- Advised on best practices when using scientific instruments or equipment in experiments.
Research Associate II
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
07.2012 - 01.2020
- Performed a variety of laboratory tests on samples including PCR, ELISA, DNA sequencing, cell culture, and, qPCR assays.
- Provided technical support to other researchers in the lab.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Maintained accurate records of all laboratory activities and experiments conducted.
- Designed new experiments based on previous work or existing literature reviews.
- Trained junior staff members on proper laboratory techniques and procedures.
- Provided guidance on best practices for data collection and analysis.
- Organized and maintained records, inventory and materials.
- Developed plans to execute agreed-upon research projects within budget and time requirements.
- Identified relevant questions and determined best methods of collection.
Research Associate I
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
Philadelphia, PA
03.2007 - 07.2012
- Interpreted results of experiments and identified trends in data.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing experimental findings.
- Performed a variety of laboratory tests on samples including PCR, ELISA, DNA sequencing, cell culture, western blotting, qPCR assays and flow cytometry.
- Provided technical support to other researchers in the lab.
- Created presentations to explain research findings to colleagues and supervisors.
- Maintained accurate records of all laboratory activities and experiments conducted.
- Reviewed manuscripts prior to submission for publication in scientific journals.
- Actively participated in weekly meetings with the research team to discuss progress towards project goals.
- Trained junior staff members on proper laboratory techniques and procedures.
- Provided guidance on best practices for data collection and analysis.
- Organized and maintained records, inventory and materials.
- Organized data in logical ways to enable efficient analysis and effective communication of findings.
- Processed hematology and chemistry samples.
Education
Master of Science -
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PABachelor of Science -
Morgan State University
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Project Planning and Implementation
- Detailed Oriented
- Effective Decision Making
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Time Management
- Efficient Multitasking
Certification
- CITI/GCP Certified
- IATA Shipping Certified
Publications
- Contributing Author on multiple publications.
Timeline
Research Lab Manager
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
01.2020 - Current
Research Associate II
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
07.2012 - 01.2020
Research Associate I
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP
03.2007 - 07.2012
Master of Science -
Thomas Jefferson University
Bachelor of Science -
Morgan State University
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