Shaikim Holman
Durham,NC
Summary
Structured Laboratory Technician offering background in collecting, processing and analyzing various specimens. Familiar with medical terminology, laboratory protocols and testing procedures. Expertise in specimen collection and processing. Recognized for performing laboratory tests and procedures with attention to detail, optimum quality and expedience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Colony Technician / Microinjectionist
Transviragen Inc.
03.2023 - Current
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team
- Performed complex surgeries and necropsies for mice including embryo collection/transfer, vasectomies, and lymphnode isolation
- Reduced contamination risks by maintaining strict adherence to sterility standards in the lab environment
- Improved embryo development rates by implementing optimized culture conditions and media
- Continuously improved technical skills through hands-on experience with cutting-edge laboratory equipment used in assisted reproductive technology procedures
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator
- Streamlined operational processes by implementing efficient workflow management strategies
Small Animal Lab Technician
Bioqual Inc.
02.2020 - 11.2022
- Proficient in tissue collection procedure including various blood collection, lymph nodes, brain, and tissue perfusions
- Trained in the implementation of GLP guidelines
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results
- GLP adherence for sample accuracy and use of aseptic techniques
- Competent in various data collection software (i.e
- Xybion, Pristima, Microsoft Excel, and Costpoint)
- IACUC compliancy in animal care/wellness
- Training other technicians in all procedures including tissue collection/storage, sample processing, and instrument maintenance
- Virus and treatment material handling, formulation, administration, and interpretation
Animal Keeper
Maymont
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures
- Development and administration of enrichment practices for varying species of animals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2019
Skills
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Safety Protocols
- Biology and Chemistry Training
- Mathematics and Calculations
- Aseptic Techniques
- Inventory Control
- Quality Control Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Specimen Processing
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
Certification
- Certified Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT), 02/22/22
- Security Risk Assessment for the Federal Select Agent Program (SRA - FSAP), 2.5 years
- SAF-T-PAK certification, 4 years
- Documented annual trainings on various laboratory aspects, bloodborne pathogens, agent specific trainings, aseptic techniques, ABSL3/BSL3 procedures, Biosafety training
Timeline
Animal Colony Technician / Microinjectionist
Transviragen Inc.
03.2023 - Current
Small Animal Lab Technician
Bioqual Inc.
02.2020 - 11.2022
Animal Keeper
Maymont
01.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Virginia Commonwealth University
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