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Phuong Tran

Falls Church,USA

Summary

Experienced and results-driven Quality Control Team Lead with extensive experience overseeing complex assay testing platforms including V-Plex, RG/Tox, Characterization, S-Plex, and U-Plex. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, managing real-time stability programs, coordinating monthly inventories, and driving continuous process improvement. Adept at writing deviations, reviewing documentation, and collaborating with QC, QA, AD, PD, and Troubleshooting teams to resolve product issues and maintain regulatory compliance. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency, ensure testing accuracy, and support the success of high-impact laboratory programs.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Scientist

Meso Scale Discovery
07.2024 - Current


  • Lead and manage a team of 5 professionals from diverse backgrounds, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
  • Oversee Quality Control testing for three key company products: V-PLEX, Research Grade/ Tox, and Characterization.
  • Manage and coordinate assay testing across multiple platforms including S-PLEX,U-PLEX,V-PLEX, Research Grade/ Tox, and Characterization.
  • Supervise and execute Real-Time Stability Programs to ensure product performance remains within established specifications over time.
  • Write and manage planned deviations to ensure adherence to Quality Control protocols and regulatory compliance.
  • Led multiple cross-functional projects to review and update all documentation related to HPLC, AE, cIEF, and DLS testing within the Characterization platform, resulting in improved clarity, accuracy, and compliance of testing procedures.
  • Review and update department documentation to streamline operations and improve overall effectiveness.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the QC department through proactive problem-solving and process optimization.
  • Contributed to Member Review Boards composed of stakeholders from QC, QA, Assay Development (AD), Product Development (PD), and Troubleshooting teams to investigate product failures and determine corrective and preventive actions.
  • Coordinate and oversee 6 monthly inventories, ensuring that over 25 analysts and scientists have continuous access to required testing materials and reagents.

Quality Control Analyst III

Meso Scale Discovery
04.2023 - 06.2024
  • Perform routine testing of raw materials, finished products, and in-process samples using ELISA
  • Plan and execute special projects related to laboratory operations, instrument preventative maintenance and calibration
  • Analyze resulting test data against product specifications and troubleshoot any failures
  • Maintain quality documentation and data summaries in compliance with GDP and GLP standards. Ensure that laboratory cleanliness and safety standards are maintained
  • Operate standard laboratory equipment including micropipettes, plate washers, automated liquid handling systems, and plate readers
  • Adhere to organizational and laboratory safety standards including the proper use of personal protective equipment in BSL-1 and BSL-2 laboratories
  • Participated in the investigation of non-conformances, deviations, and quality incidents, contributing to root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
  • Manage and order 100 different diluent inventories on a bi-weekly basis

Manufacturing Associate

Adaptive Phage Therapeutics
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), Biological Safety Level-2 (BSL-2), and aseptic technique in all manufacturing processes
  • Performed amplification and purification of bacteriophages in batch cultures. Autoclave liquid media and raw goods for manufacturing
  • Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of production activities, including batch records, logbooks, and equipment maintenance records, in compliance with regulatory requirements

Cytology/ Fish Screening Technician

P4 Diagnostix
11.2018 - 02.2023
  • Screen and fulfill over 20 Urovysion FISH and TERC cases using BioView program daily
  • Screen and fulfill over 20 Urovysion FISH cases manually using a fluorescence microscope daily
  • Screen and pass daily FISH control slides as well as Lot-to-Lot slides
  • Label, gross, and organize all specimen materials in order to perform cytology, TERC, FISH, and tissue fish testing
  • Perform FISH pretest cellularity evaluation as well as hybridization of 70 plus FISH slides on a daily basis
  • Process and stain 90 plus cytology slides on a daily basis
  • Process specimens for cell blocks, Thinprep, PAP, Nucyto, and FNAs
  • Complete daily quality control logs
  • Properly operate equipment including stainer, centrifuges, ThinPrep T2000, cover slipper, VP2000, Bioview, slide moat, and incubation
  • Check and report inventory to supervisor on a weekly basis
  • Train and support new trainees on the proper protocol call for each procedure
  • Make a variety of reagents such as PBS, 1% formaldehyde, Carnoy's fixative, and 2x SSC
  • Perform lot to lot on all reagents necessary for daily use
  • Analyze and pass daily controls and lot to lots for Urovysion FISH
  • Successfully pass CAP's competency assessment 4 times
  • Generate daily pending lists and resolve cases with highest turn around time

Veterinary Assistant

Pender Veterinary Clinic
08.2016 - 01.2018
  • Care for and monitor hundreds of hospitalized animals by cleaning their cage, feeding, walking, bathing, and observing for signs of illness on a weekly basis
  • General cleaning of kennel and treatment area in addition to doing laundry
  • Perform SNAP tests such as 4DX, CPL, and intestinal parasite, FIV, and urinalysis set up
  • Check in patients and clients. Schedule appointments for ultrasounds, x-rays, surgery, dental, lasers, and basic appointments based on the needs of the patients. Answer and direct incoming phone calls to the appropriate channels
  • Accurately enter and retrieve records and reports, enter fees and charges, and maintain the database. Generate call back reports, appointment lists, and other reports as directed
  • Prepare client records according to established protocols in advance of clients' arrival. Complete required forms, such as new patient form, check in sheet, and obtain all necessary information. Obtain vaccination histories for each patient. Recognize and note any vaccinations due for patients. Monitor the length of time clients are waiting, and appropriate handle situations where there is an extended wait

Education

Master of Forensic Science - Forensic Science

Towson University
Towson, MD
05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Marymount University
Arlington, VA
01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
01.2014

Skills

  • Technical Assay Platforms: V-Plex, S-Plex, U-Plex, RG/Tox, Characterization, ELISA
  • Quality & Compliance: cGMP, GLP, Stability Programs, Deviation Management, SOP Review & Development
  • Inventory & Operations: Materials Management, Inventory Scheduling, Resource Coordination
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: QC/QA/AD/PD Teamwork, Root Cause Analysis, Product Investigation Boards
  • Leadership & Project Management: Team Supervision, Process Improvement, Training & Mentorship

Timeline

Associate Scientist

Meso Scale Discovery
07.2024 - Current

Quality Control Analyst III

Meso Scale Discovery
04.2023 - 06.2024

Manufacturing Associate

Adaptive Phage Therapeutics
11.2022 - 04.2023

Cytology/ Fish Screening Technician

P4 Diagnostix
11.2018 - 02.2023

Veterinary Assistant

Pender Veterinary Clinic
08.2016 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Marymount University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

George Mason University

Master of Forensic Science - Forensic Science

Towson University

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