Clinical research
Shana-Gay Benjamin
Providence,RI
Summary
Dynamic professional with a robust background in scientific research, biologilogy and business management. Excelled in roles requiring consulting, management and laboratory techniques, including PCR and Gel Electrophoresis. Experienced blending analytical prowess with interpersonal skills to achieve strategic objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Health Factoryy
Jamaica, W.I
01.2017 - 04.2021
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Naturopathic medicinal research; herbal teas, aromatherapy, tinctures, oils, natural stimulants, balanced diet, anti-inflammatory regimen, PCOS regimen, hormonal health.
- Provide one-on-one consultation and science-based product offerings and referrals.
- Focus areas were Chinese herbal medicine, ancient natural medicinal techniques, biological system target natural healing remedies.
- Ensure business success through product design and marketing.
- Managed and carried out accounting, social media and product design.
- Managed and complete product pricing, payment option, timely promotional information and prompt feedback to customers.
Biology Laboratory Instructor
Northern Caribbean University
Manchester, JA, W.I.
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Monitored students during labs and intervened in dangerous activities.
- Organized supplies, maintained equipment and prepared laboratory environments for student learning.
- Demonstrated skills and safety procedures to students during laboratory sessions.
- Maintained accurate program documentation with attendance, participation and incident reporting.
- Observed students to assess progress with laboratory work and assign grades.
- Worked with program director to develop and implement successful lesson plans.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Performed dissections, PCR, along with other lab techniques.
Biology Teaching Assistant
Mr. Clifton Foster, Northern Caribbean University
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments, and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Evaluated students' academic growth, kept appropriate records, and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Plan and prepared science experiments, projects for symposiums, university open day, fairs and expositions.
- Prepared plants, and other organisms for laboratory experimental sessions and lecture showcases.
- Sourced and managed live organisms for dissection, biological drawings and presentations.
- Prepared and supervised chemicals for experiments.
- Prepared science models, posters, powerpoint presentations and experimental showcases.
Laboratory Technician
Northern Caribbean University
Manchester, JA, W.I.
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Prepared reagents, media and solutions to use for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Performed routine lab and department maintenance to keep area clean and orderly.
- Completed quality documents and input and saved quality data in appropriate locations.
Botany and Zoology Intern
RADA, Rural Agricultural Development Agency
Manchester, JA, W.I.
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Prepared and created healthy food products, and assisted with organizing materials to display at 'Denbigh' yearly agricultural showcase.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Analyzed problems with local farms, and farmers, then worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Explored new technologies and approaches that improved local agriculture.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Frequently inspected local farms and local materials for distribution, to ensure quality control.
- Learned and carried out tasks in greenhouses, farms and product processing and experimental plants
Graduate Research Assistant
Dr. Gad Onywere, Northern Caribbean University
Manchester, JA, W.I.
02.2013 - 06.2015
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Contributed to professionally-written scientific paper for publication.
- Assisted Dr. Onywere with carrying out bacterial inoculations and analysis; Gel electrophoresis, PCR, and bacteria growth spread plate and pour plate methods.
- Tested the effects of certain medicaments on bacteria found in the mouth.
- Monitored bacterial assays and PCR to reduce errors.
- Learned new laboratory techniques and applied expertise in carrying out enhanced experiments under supervision of senior lab members.
- Performed accurate quantitative analysis of targeted data research, collection and report preparation.
- Reviewed technical and professional publications and journals to stay current on recent literature and make more strategic research decisions.
- Followed health and safety regulations while handling dangerous or toxic substances.
Medical Laboratory Intern
Spanish Town Regional Hospital
St. Catherine, JA, W.I.
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Recorded test results on standardized forms to enter into database and communicate to appropriate personnel.
- Leveraged personal protective equipment to maintain safety in field (farms and green houses).
- Specialized in conducting urine and fecal analyses, blood smears and blood draws with accuracy and precision.
- Upheld laboratory protocols dictated by facility, governing agencies, or special project requirements.
- Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
- Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
- Followed Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) consistently across daily activities and special products.
- Fulfilled lab assistant or specimen processor duties to support work of technicians, technologists and scientists.
Administrator, Teacher Assistant and Teacher
MENFA' International
Wales, United Kingdom (remote - JA, W.I.)
01.2009 - 07.2013
- Maintained inventory records and updated files to support document management.
- Ensure shipments with donated items are received and sorted and ready for distribution.
- Ensure students are signed up Mentoring 101 classes.
- Assist teacher with class, student thesis, and assignments.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
Administrator
Psykographics Docu Center
St. Catherine, JA, W.I.
02.2011 - 09.2011
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Created accounting files, to organized and input information into digitally .
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Northern Caribbean University
08-2016
Affiliations
- YLAI (Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative)
- SDAYRI
Skills
Gel Electrophoresis
Medical laboratory skills
Phlebotomy
Research
Patient care
Customer service
Attention to detail
Work Planning and Prioritization
Project management
Coaching and mentoring
Entrepreneurial leadership
Teamwork and collaboration
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeInternshipWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPaid time offPaid sick leaveQuote
"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you"
Matthew 7:7
Additional Information
- 72 hours of shadowing done with regional pathologist at St. Ann General Hospital, JA W.I.
Interests
Autism research and care
Mental health research and care
Timeline
Business Owner
Health Factoryy
01.2017 - 04.2021
Botany and Zoology Intern
RADA, Rural Agricultural Development Agency
08.2014 - 06.2015
Medical Laboratory Intern
Spanish Town Regional Hospital
05.2014 - 08.2014
Biology Laboratory Instructor
Northern Caribbean University
08.2013 - 01.2016
Laboratory Technician
Northern Caribbean University
06.2013 - 07.2015
Graduate Research Assistant
Dr. Gad Onywere, Northern Caribbean University
02.2013 - 06.2015
Biology Teaching Assistant
Mr. Clifton Foster, Northern Caribbean University
01.2013 - 01.2016
Administrator
Psykographics Docu Center
02.2011 - 09.2011
Administrator, Teacher Assistant and Teacher
MENFA' International
01.2009 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Northern Caribbean University
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