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Solomon Weyante

Melrose,US

Summary

Experienced professional in the pharmaceutical industry with expertise in cell culture, PCR, quality control, deviation cap writing, and GMP/GDP compliance. Proven track record in ensuring high standards of product quality through meticulous processes and adherence to regulatory guidelines.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Associate

Vertex Pharmaceutical
04.2022 - Current
  • Proficient in cell culture techniques with hands-on experience maintaining various cell lines.
  • Skilled in aseptic cell culture practices, including media preparation, subculturing, and cryopreservation.
  • Experienced in utilizing incubators, biosafety cabinets, Bioreactors, and other laboratory equipment.
  • Investigated deviation and implemented CAPA measures to address root cause
  • Conducted through reviews of existing SOPs,identifying gaps, and implementing revisions to improve clarity and precision.
  • Conducted hands-on training sessions on laboratory techniques, equipment operation for new employees

Lab Technician (Contract)

Ginkgo Bioworks
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Executed Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) tests for COVID-19 diagnosis in a high-throughput laboratory setting.
  • Performed nucleic acid extraction from patient samples, ensuring high-quality RNA/DNA for subsequent PCR analysis.
  • Operated real-time PCR instruments for the amplification and detection of viral genetic material.
  • Conducted quality control checks to ensure the accuracy and reliability of PCR test results.
  • Participated in proficiency testing and quality assurance programs to uphold laboratory standards
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements and participated in the continuous improvement of laboratory processes

Research Associate Intern

Takeda Pharmaceuticals
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Orderly Organized Paraffin Embedded tissue blocks containing Biopsy samples
  • Transported Paraffin Embedded blocks to Pathologist's office
  • Accessioned Paraffin blocks to the Starlims software system
  • Organized and maintained records, inventory and materials

Accessioning Technician

Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
07.2020 - 02.2021
  • Accessioned received COVID-19 samples into the Laboratory InformationManagement System
  • Performed routine testing, quality control, calibration, maintenance and proficiency testing in accordance with the SOP
  • Performed Writing deviation and Incident report
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all accessioned COVID-19 sample

Education

MBA -

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
12.2025

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Bridgewater State University
08.2019

Skills

  • Cell culture techniques
  • GMP compliance
  • Quality control and assurance
  • Operating Laboratory Automation Tools and Software

Timeline

Manufacturing Associate

Vertex Pharmaceutical
04.2022 - Current

Lab Technician (Contract)

Ginkgo Bioworks
01.2022 - 04.2022

Research Associate Intern

Takeda Pharmaceuticals
06.2021 - 12.2021

Accessioning Technician

Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
07.2020 - 02.2021

MBA -

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Bridgewater State University
Solomon Weyante