Shenrae Carter
Oakland,CA
Summary
Dynamic research professional with a passion for genetics, cell culture, and animal health diagnostics. Extensive experience in genetic testing, laboratory management, and project leadership, with a focus on improving the well-being of companion animals, wildlife, and livestock. Proven success in developing canine breed ancestry tests and contributing to wildlife conservation, including work on leopards and rhinos. Skilled in delivering data-driven insights to support both research and commercial goals. Ready to make a meaningful impact in animal genetics.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Specialist
UCSF
San Francisco, CA
12.2023 - Current
- Managed laboratory operations, equipment, stock inventory, shipping, & regulatory compliance.
- Assisted in the design & implementation of experimental protocols.
- Conducted collection & analysis of patient medical records to support research objectives.
- Research project data analysis.
- Provided support for faculty members with grant applications related to research projects.
- Identified & compiled lists of potential research subjects in accordance with study objectives & parameters.
- Contacted potential subjects to introduce & explain study objectives & protocols for study participation.
- Coded & verified data in accordance with specified research protocol & coding procedures, entering data into computer database for subsequent analysis.
- Cultured cells from explant tissue specimens.
- Processed bronchoalveolar lavage, tissue, & blood specimens.
- Employed scientific methods to promote quality of collected samples & stored specimens.
Laboratory Scientist & Analyst
Inqaba Biotechnical Industries (Pty) Ltd
Pretoria, Gauteng
04.2019 - 02.2023
- Sample processing, data analyses, & statistical reporting for academic research, wildlife conservation, & commercial projects on leopard, rhino & domestic animals to support research objectives.
- Executed & analyzed genetic testing for livestock, domestic, & wildlife industries by conducting health testing, DNA profiling, & parentage verification.
- Developed & launched a breed ancestry test within the canine market, expanding client base & service offerings.
- Integral member of the core team for developing new canine health tests, which significantly expanded our services & boosted our customer base.
- Mastered standard laboratory procedures for sample processing & various sequencing methodologies, enhancing the company's ability to deliver top-quality data & analysis to target markets.
- Handled the design and optimization of Fragment analysis panels for custom projects.
- Developed & implemented departmental sample archival systems to streamline sample recording, storage, & retrieval processes.
- Implemented efficient procedures to simplify workflow processes, thereby increasing overall productivity.
- Attended marketing events, including exhibitions, to interact with clients, support technical sales, & enhance company outreach.
- Trained new department hires on laboratory protocols, data analysis, & administrative duties for animal genetics.
- Interfaced with marketing team to modernization the department website, enhancing content & aesthetic.
- Collaborated with team members to develop informative articles that saw increased engagement from target readers.
Sales Admin and Technical Advisor
Super Agri Science (Pty) Ltd
Centurion, Gauteng
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Coordinated company logistics to ensure timely collection & delivery of sales products.
- Assembled technical details of products into comprehensive data sheets.
- Facilitated registration & administration of products.
Education
Master of Science (MSc) Animal Breeding & Genetics - Animal Genetics
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa12.2018
Erasmus Mundus Program -
Warsaw University of Life Sciences
Warsaw, Poland12.2017
Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Agric) Animal Science - Animal Science
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa12.2015
Skills
- Laboratory testing
- Specimen preparation, processing & handling
- Quality assurance
- Experimental design
- Experiment protocol development
- Research and analysis
- Data Collection, analysis & modelling
- Technical recordkeeping
- Project management
- Lab Safety
- Training new staff
- Develop & standardize SOPS
Certification
2018, Advanced Practical Aquaponics Course
Publications
Carter, S.R., du Plessis, T., Chwalibog, A & Sawosz, E et al., The Honey Badger in South Africa: Biology and Conservation, IJAWB, 2, 2, 2017
Timeline
Assistant Specialist
UCSF
12.2023 - Current
Laboratory Scientist & Analyst
Inqaba Biotechnical Industries (Pty) Ltd
04.2019 - 02.2023
Sales Admin and Technical Advisor
Super Agri Science (Pty) Ltd
11.2018 - 03.2019
Master of Science (MSc) Animal Breeding & Genetics - Animal Genetics
University of Pretoria
Erasmus Mundus Program -
Warsaw University of Life Sciences
Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Agric) Animal Science - Animal Science
University of Pretoria
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