Sharmilah Andrade
San Jose,CA
Summary
Skilled Clinical Laboratory Scientist with expertise in specimen processing and a track record of achieving minimal error rates through attention to detail and effective communication. Demonstrated ability to enhance laboratory efficiency while adhering to GLP standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Laboratory Scientist IV, Lead
Natera
San Carlos, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Analyzed laboratory specimens following established standard methods and procedures.
- Maintained laboratory instruments and equipment, identifying malfunctions and performing troubleshooting as needed.
- Verified patient specimens and ensured accurate test selection and processing.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of laboratory methods, procedures, and protocols.
- Conducted Quality Control (QC) testing on new incoming shipments of raw materials.
- Served as the primary point of contact for team members when lab process issues or questions arose.
- Trained and onboarded new laboratory staff on workflows, procedures, and best practices.
- Ensured all case samples were properly processed, tracked, and accounted for.
- Assisted team members with daily laboratory operations and workflow management.
- Identified and resolved common laboratory process issues, escalating complex concerns to management.
- Promoted team morale and professionalism by acting as a role model and supporting team members.
- Assisted the Supervisor in ensuring departmental goals and performance targets were met.
- Participated in planning team meetings and contributed process improvement ideas.
- Led and completed side projects and initiatives assigned by leadership.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with departments including Operations, Accessioning, Engineering, Statistics, R&D, and Support.
- Handled Protected Health Information (PHI) in both paper and electronic formats in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained compliance with required HIPAA/PHI privacy, security, and procedural training.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CGMBS)
Natera
San Carlos, CA
10.2023 - 03.2026
- Isolated and extracted DNA patient samples from various specimens
- Verified accuracy of specimens prior to analysis and performed required tests efficiently.
- Analyzed clinical laboratory specimens using standard methods, achieving minimal error rates.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of laboratory methods and procedures for optimal performance.
- Maintained clean and organized workspace in compliance with GLP standards.
- Recognized and escalated equipment malfunctions while troubleshooting common errors.
Clinical Laboratory Associate
Natera
San Carlos, CA
10.2019 - 10.2023
- Assists in testing of patient samples according to standard operating procedure in an efficient manner with little to no errors
- Follows GLP (good laboratory practice): maintain cleans and organized work space
- Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots common errors on the lab floor
- Performed routine maintenance on laboratory equipment including cleaning, sterilization, calibration, troubleshooting malfunctions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Molecular, Cell And Developmental Biology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA06.2019
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Patient sample processing
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Good laboratory practices (GLP)
- HIPAA compliance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
Certification
- MB(ASCP) CGMBS
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Clinical Laboratory Scientist IV, Lead
Natera
03.2026 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CGMBS)
Natera
10.2023 - 03.2026
Clinical Laboratory Associate
Natera
10.2019 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Molecular, Cell And Developmental Biology
University of California, Santa Cruz