TREVOR UNGER
Chicago,IL
Summary
Skilled Laboratory Scientist with experience in conducting and interpreting complex laboratory tests. Possess strong analytical skills, adept at troubleshooting and problem-solving in high-pressure environments. Previous roles have demonstrated the ability to lead and train teams, resulting in improved efficiency and accuracy of lab results. Exhibits sound knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and compliance standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Molecular Laboratory Scientist
Endeavor Health
Chicago, IL
05.2022 - Current
- Execute high-complexity Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) on oncological and viral specimens. Expertise in both manual and automated methodologies for nucleic acid extraction and library preparation.
- Perform Pharmacogenomic testing via mass array as part of an initiative to inform and personalize medication decisions for patients.
- • Detect chromosomal abnormalities and hematologic malignancies using Fluorescence in Situ Hybridization (FISH).
- Spearhead automation initiatives to decrease turnaround time, cost, and errors.
- Lead the validation and implementation of new assays to improve clinical testing. Train and mentor staff on new assays, protocols, and instrumentation.
- Analyze and monitor pre- and post-sequencing QC metrics to ensure assay integrity and compliance with clinical standards.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and optimize workflows by implementing targeted process improvements, improving efficiency and reliability.
- Ensure strict adherence to CAP regulations and clinical laboratory best practices.
Clinical Molecular Technologist II
Tempus Labs
Chicago, IL
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Clinical team member of the Next Generation Sequencing Post Amplification DNA laboratory.
- Performing Next-Generation Sequencing, including nucleic acid extraction, DNA/RNA quantification and qualification, NGS library preparation, probe hybridization, probe/library capture, library cleanup and quantification, loading sequencing libraries onto the Illumina Nextseq, HiSeq4000, and Novaseq.
- Performing quality control DNA workflow with Agilent 4200 TapeStation system, Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 12K Flex Real-Time PCR System, and Agilent BioTek Synergy H1 Hybrid MultiMode Reader.
- Entering clinical patient data into the Laboratory Information Management system.
Clinical Molecular Technologist I
Tempus Labs
Chicago, IL
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Clinical team member of the Next Generation Sequencing Extractions laboratory.
- Extractions laboratory is the first process in the Next Generation Sequencing workflow at Tempus.
- Extracted DNA for downstream NGS teams by using scraping and fractionation techniques.
- Extracted DNA from blood, saliva, and tumors by using the Chemagic 360 Instrument.
- Used quality control to determine the concentration of extracted DNA by performing Nucleic Acid Qualification using Biotek Multi-Mode Readers and Fragment Analyzer 96-Capillary Automated CE System.
- Constant changes in sample/turn-around-time volume that constantly prepared our laboratory to meet the needs of our patients.
Laboratory Technician
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Santa Clara, CA
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Team member of the Bioinformatics microarray research services laboratory.
- High throughput genotyping (Axiom Genomics post-PCR laboratory).
- Solution preparation, micropipetting, PCR, and gel electrophoresis.
- Provided assistance performing convolutions in the Axiom Genomics pre-PCR laboratory.
- Manual target preparation by micropipetting and following laboratory SOPs.
- Target preparation of liquid samples by using a laboratory automation workstation.
- Team player in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Education
Bachelor - Biomedical Sciences
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ01.2018
Skills
- Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
- Process Automation
- Pharmacogenomics
- Cancer Genomics
- Fluorescence Microscopy
- Nucleic Acid Extraction
- Quality Control
- Data Quality Control
- SOP Development
- Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
- Peer Mentoring
- Process Validation
- RNA isolation
- Oncology
- Gel Electrophoresis
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Power Point
Accomplishments
Co-author on peer-reviewed article published in [NGS implementation for monitoring SARS-CoV-2 variants in Chicagoland: An institutional perspective, successes and challenges], 2023.
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Molecular Laboratory Scientist
Endeavor Health
05.2022 - Current
Clinical Molecular Technologist II
Tempus Labs
01.2021 - 05.2022
Clinical Molecular Technologist I
Tempus Labs
05.2020 - 01.2021
Laboratory Technician
Thermo Fisher Scientific
03.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor - Biomedical Sciences
Northern Arizona University
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