Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to ensure compliance driven product delivery and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Viral Vector Core Technician
Lonza
03.2021 - Current
Participates in and leads aseptic processing of clinical grade Lentiviral / AAV product (e.g. expansion of cell culture, protein purification via TFF, chromatography, formulation, and filling activities)
Reviews, writes, and executes production documents such as standard operational procedures (SOPs), work instructions (WIs), and batch records (BRs)
Follows and maintains established sterile grade environment guidelines
Regularly operates within an ISO Grade 7 environment
Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
Works with electronic logbook systems, SAP, TrackWise, and Citrix
Possess qualification to perform environmental monitoring of cleanrooms and train other technicians to on equipment use and processes flow
Addresses and troubleshoots issues using root cause analysis (RCA)
Implements corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs) and ensures key process indicators (KPIs) are met
Maintains audit readiness to meet FDA requirements
Laboratory Technician
Express BioMed LLC
02.2018 - 12.2018
Maintained records from sample processing and communicated results with clients
Performed sample analysis using Total Colony Count (TCC) tests, Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) tests, and spectroscopy to ensure samples met EPA standard
Updated and implemented environment and inventory logs for the facility
Education
B.S. in Biology - Minor in Public Health
University of Houston at Houston
Houston, TX
06.2020
Skills
Detail oriented and driven to ensure that products are produced in a manner that complies with cGMP guidelines
Strong organizational skills used to balance multiple projects and provide on time delivery
Dedicated team player who is committed to meeting interpersonal, departmental, and organizational goals
Communicates in a clear and concise manner to convey necessary information
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and Adobe Programs
Certification
Google - Data Analytics Certification (Expected January 2026)
Google - Project Management Certification (Expected September 2025)
Six Sigma - Yellow Belt (July 2023) | Implementation of standardized training for Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF) Process using a hollowfiber filter
Six Sigma - White Belt (June 2021) | Improved and stream-lined the new hire onboarding process
Order Coordinator/Customer Service Representative & Receiving Clerk Lead at LONZAOrder Coordinator/Customer Service Representative & Receiving Clerk Lead at LONZA