Taylor Darby
Gaithersburg,MD
Summary
Highly motivated laboratory and clinical research professional with experience in sample management, specimen processing, and clinical trial coordination. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working independently, managing priorities under pressure, and quickly mastering new procedures. Seeking opportunities to leverage laboratory and research skills to contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sample Manager
Eurofins
Gaithersburg, MD
06.2024 - Current
- Manage receipt, storage, inventory, and distribution of samples and standards for analytical testing.
- Prepare aliquots and labels using automated systems; maintain environmental chambers per SOP and GxP.
- Collaborate with cross-departmental teams to address sample-related concerns.
- Identify and report deviations from project guidelines.
- Manage receipt, labeling, storage, and chain-of-custody of clinical and commercial samples within AstraZeneca's DLIMS under GMP guidelines.
Clinical Research Coordinator I
Velocity Clinical Research, Inc.
Rockville, MD
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted clinical trials per study protocols, GCP, ICH guidelines, and SOPs.
- Coordinated subject recruitment, regulatory documentation, protocol training, and study visits.
- Managed data entry, query resolution, and reporting of adverse events.
- Communicated effectively with participants, sponsors, CROs, and vendors.
Specimen Collector
Sandstone Care
North Bethesda, MD
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Collected specimens for adolescent and young adult clients in outpatient treatment programs.
- Maintained proper documentation and prepared samples for lab shipment.
Clinical Research Coordinator I
Accelerated Enrollment Solutions
Rockville, MD
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Ensured study compliance with federal and local regulations.
- Conducted participant screening, specimen collection, and data management.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supply inventory; processed blood samples for assays.
Lab Associate
Accelerated Enrollment Solutions
Rockville, MD
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Ensured study compliance with federal and local regulations.
- Conducted participant screening, specimen collection, and data management.
- Processed whole blood samples, retained serum/plasma collections, and maintained lab instruments.
- Monitored and documented temperature logs, supply levels, and processing logs.
Lab Associate
Compass Group
Gaithersburg, MD
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Sterilized labware, maintained autoclaves, and supported R&D scientists.
- Monitored freezers, inventory, and laboratory consumables.
Order Processing Specialist
Roberts Home Medical
Germantown, MD
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Processed medical equipment orders accurately, verified insurance, and coordinated deliveries.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Communicated with patients, providers, and internal teams to resolve order issues efficiently.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS/Pharmacy
Germantown, MD
08.2014 - 05.2018
- Prepared and dispensed prescription medications under pharmacist supervision, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Processed refill requests, insurance claims, and prior authorizations while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
- Assisted with inventory management, restocking, and ordering of pharmaceuticals.
- Provided excellent customer service and supported pharmacy operations.
Front Counter/Cashier
Crest Advanced Dry Cleaners
Rockville, MD
01.2009 - 12.2016
- Managed customer transactions, including cash, credit, and check payments, while providing excellent customer service.
- Accepted, tagged, and organized dry cleaning orders for efficient processing and pickup.
- Answered phone inquiries and addressed customer concerns professionally.
- Maintained store operations, including opening/closing procedures and inventory management.
- Assisted in training new staff and ensured compliance with company policies.
Education
High School Diploma - high school diploma or GED
Seneca Valley High School
05.2011
Skills
- Laboratory equipment cleaning
- Laboratory compliance
- Patient care
- Customer service
- Typing
- Pharmacy technician experience
- Centrifuge
- Specimen collection / processing
- Data entry
- Managing laboratory teams
- Clinical research
- Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills
- Incubators
- Laboratory information management systems
- Aliquoting
- Computer skills
- Chemical handling safety procedures
- Hazardous waste disposal
- GLP
- Pharmaceutical regulatory compliance
- LabWare LIMS
- Communication skills
- Laboratory safety
- Vital signs
- Laboratory sample extraction
- Phone etiquette
- Sterile laboratory techniques
- Microsoft Access
- Autoclave
- Laboratory sample storage
- Computer literacy
- Phlebotomy
- Research laboratory experience
- Aseptic technique
- Flow cytometers
- Pipetting
- Chemical safety protocols
- Basic life support
- Laboratory standard operating procedures
- Cleaning
- Research
- Implementing laboratory protocols
- SharePoint
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
- Biological safety protocols
- Quality assurance
- Attention to detail
- Technical Proficiency
- GCP
- Cell counting
- Laboratory techniques
- Cash register
- Microsoft Office
- Research setting experience
- Analysis skills
- Laboratory experience
- Laboratory sample mixing
- Sample preparation
- Clinical trials
- Emergency response procedures
- Laboratory procedures
Certification
- Driver's License
- Pharmacy Technician Certification
- BLS Certification
- Biosafety Level 2 Certification
- Bloodborne Pathogens Certification
- CPR Certification
- Non-CDL Class C
- First Aid Certification
- Registered Pharmacy Technician
Willing To Relocate - Location
Montgomery County, MD
Personal Information
- Driving License: Driver's License
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Availability: Willing to relocate to: Montgomery County, MD, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Sample Manager
Eurofins
06.2024 - Current
Specimen Collector
Sandstone Care
03.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical Research Coordinator I
Velocity Clinical Research, Inc.
01.2024 - 06.2024
Clinical Research Coordinator I
Accelerated Enrollment Solutions
04.2023 - 01.2024
Lab Associate
Accelerated Enrollment Solutions
01.2022 - 04.2023
Lab Associate
Compass Group
04.2019 - 01.2022
Order Processing Specialist
Roberts Home Medical
05.2018 - 04.2019
Pharmacy Technician
CVS/Pharmacy
08.2014 - 05.2018
Front Counter/Cashier
Crest Advanced Dry Cleaners
01.2009 - 12.2016
High School Diploma - high school diploma or GED
Seneca Valley High School