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Valescia X. John, PhD

Upper Darby,PA

Summary

Extensive expertise in research skills, collaborative environments, and quantitative analysis. In-depth knowledge of scientific arena with proven ability to plan, organize and manage resources to ensure completion of specific study/project goals and objectives in accordance with defined quality and time-based metrics. That can be applied to portfolio management. Experienced in authoring, reviewing, and finalizing documents. Instrumental in overseeing preparation of scientifically valid publications by identifying key topics, defining sources of data, reviewing data analysis plans, writing manuscripts, developing posters/oral presentations and graphic displays. Leading, training, and guiding teams as well as learners on scientific/research methodologies.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Professor

Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL
01.2019 - Current
  • Teach two courses (Principles of Environmental Health and Health Principles) to graduate students during Fall and Spring
  • Support students in understanding ecological and ecosystem impact on public health, epidemiological importance to risk assessment, and effect of regulatory toxicology on public health policy
  • Prepare learners to analyze and address specific environmental threats, such as toxic metals, radiation, pesticides, outdoor and indoor pollutants that cause multiple diseases (including cancer, heart disease, asthma, and impaired child development)
  • Enhanced skills of students on environmental health and spatial scales (from local to global) through effective training and guidance
  • Received positive feedback from learners – 100% of students thought that delivered-instructions are relevant to subject and following course goals
  • Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.

Director, Biomedical Studies Clinical Research

CHDI Management, Inc
Princeton, NJ
09.2018 - 10.2020
  • Facilitated with execution of clinical research projects through robust planning and cross-functional collaboration
  • Managed overall project activities, including processing of payment invoices
  • Leveraged strong clinical acumen to deliver consultancy for successful execution of research project
  • Drafted project synopsis/protocol to provide panoramic view of research for quick analysis by reviewers
  • Prepared documents for submission to Institutional Review Board (IRB) aimed at acquiring ethical clearance of research methods
  • Ensured quality control for database creation by reviewing electronic data capture (EDC) specifications
  • Launched participant enrollment for study initiation, as key member of management team
  • Was instrumental in beginning research project through gainful contract negotiations
  • Allocated resources for initiation of biomarker project by overseeing development of appropriate documents
  • Maintained consistent engagement with senior management to update about project's progress.

Epidemiology Doctoral Fellow

Nemours/Alfred I. DuPont Hospital for Children
Wilmington, DE
05.2017 - 12.2017
  • Coordinated 40-hour study on autism/epilepsy co-occurrence prevalence and risk markers with national data (National Survey of Children's Health, 2012)
  • Gained in-depth knowledge of pediatric health disparities by collaborating with fellows working on three research projects of similar fields
  • Organized eight weeks of journal club for undergraduates, while presenting two original research topics at public health conferences
  • Mentored nine undergraduates on five topics in statistics (STATA), four epidemiology topics, and three public health topics.

Environmental Scientist / Science Technician

City Of Philadelphia, Water Department
Philadelphia, PA
09.2014 - 05.2017
  • Examined ecological effects of pollutants by gathering data for environmental impact studies
  • Analyzed and transformed data into meaningful information by conducting statistical analyses using created/standardized solutions and reagents, while maintaining and monitoring data records and laboratory equipment
  • Documented and maintained results as per laboratory manual and state/federal regulations for future usage
  • Analyzed ~60 samples daily as per state/federal EPA regulations (from various sites around Philadelphia)
  • Oversaw biological aspects of Human Tracer Study in collaboration with local university
  • Enhanced competency of six students on routine laboratory methods through regular training
  • Ensured validity and optimal functionality of instrumentation through regular evaluation and recalibration.

Microbiology Laboratory Manager

Sure-Biochem Laboratories, LLC
Camden, NJ
03.2013 - 09.2014
  • Ensured customer accreditation/quality assurance based on federal and state regulations by conducting environmental monitoring at 3 external sites
  • Facilitated supervisor with collection of appropriate documents for grant and contract proposal submissions
  • Analyzed, read, and sub-cultured more than 100 samples daily, while documenting results as well as generating along with distributing reports to customers/state agencies
  • Delivered effective coaching to employees and interns on existing microbiological methods and company policies
  • Kept equipment maintained, facility clean and organized and inventory stocked to maximize performance
  • Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.

Intern

Family Services Network Of New York, Inc.
Brooklyn, NY
01.2011 - 10.2012
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports
  • Interacted with clients by phone, email, or in-person to provide information
  • Analyzed problems and collaborated with teams to develop solutions
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key internal stakeholders
  • Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.

Clinical Research Associate

Clinproxy Research Services
Henderson, NV
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Coordinated and scheduled protocol-related visits and required testing to demonstrate vigilance in patient safety, protocol compliance and data quality
  • Collaborated with clinical study site and sponsor to troubleshoot and provide solutions to study-related issues.

Associate Scientist, Bioassay Method Development / Assistant Scientist

Centocor, Inc, Johnson & Johnson
Radnor, PA / Raritan
03.2003 - 01.2010
  • Evaluated quality of drug products under influence of variety of environmental factors by conducting release and stability testing
  • Assessed suitability of products for market positioning by conducting various bioassay and Enzyme ImmunoAssay (EIA)/Enzyme- linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) methods (Protein A, Host Cell Protein (HCP), Residual DNA/qPCR)
  • Authored SOPs, created technical documents, and qualified EIA/ELISA methods for all products following CMC guidelines
  • Maintained five cell lines for bioassay methods as well as developed antibody and HCP EIA as entry level scientist
  • Studied therapeutic agents that were later transformed into marketable drugs, including STELARA, REMICADE, SIMPONI
  • Successfully drove five projects from conception to completion by utilizing effective research methodologies and pharmaceutical industry knowledge
  • Improved operational efficiency by leading and training new associates of multiple bioassay and EIA/ELISA methods
  • Analyzed recombinant protein product by utilizing protein purification techniques: Prevented leaching into drugs causing potential patient harm by optimizing storage methods for recombinant protein products
  • Executed Native and SDS-PAGE, Gel Densitometry, Fluorescence, UV/Vis Spectroscopy, SEC-HPLC, TLC, SPE to analyze impurities of storage methods for recombinant protein products
  • Documented changes during experiments, noting unexpected issues arising during research activities
  • Conducted experiments in laboratory environment for product development purposes
  • Trained newly hired employees on processes and procedures relevant to lab tasks at hand
  • Simultaneously managed six to eight complex projects, meeting all pertinent milestones.

Education

PhD - Public Health - Epidemiology

Walden University

Master of Science - Toxicology and Pharmacology

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Oakwood University

Skills

  • Clinical Research
  • GMP/GCP/GLP, ICH Guidelines
  • Drug Safety & Development
  • FDA & EPA Regulations
  • Disease Surveillance
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Scientific/Technical Writing
  • SOPs Development
  • Coaching & Mentoring
  • Scientific Affairs Management
  • Quality Assurance & Testing
  • Technical Resource Management
  • Staff Training & Leadership
  • SPSS, STATA, Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, and SoftMax
  • Therapeutic Areas: Oncology, Inflammation, Immunology, Dermatology, CNS, Gastroenterology
  • Research Areas: Maternal & Child Health, Pediatric Health Disparities, Behavioral & Mental Dysfunction
  • EDMS, Documentum, LIMS, Records Management, Compliance, CMC
  • Therapeutic Studies
  • EDMS, Documentum, LIMS, Records Management, Compliance

Certification

  • Clinical Research Associate, Kriger Research Group International
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace, University of South Florida MUMA College of Business

Address

  • Upper Darby, Upper Darby, PA, 19082

Personal Information

Title: PHD, MS

Publications

Black-White Risk Differentials in COVID-19 (SARS-COV2) Transmission, Mortality and Case Fatality in the United States: Translational Epidemiologic Perspective and Challenges, Int J Environ Res Public Health, 2020-06-17, 10.3390/ijerph17124322 Childhood Autism Spectrum Disorder and Epilepsy Co-occurrence: Sub-population Prevalence Variances and Risk Modelling, Epidemiology Journal, 10.4172/2472-0895.1000119 Childhood Behavioral and Mental Dysfunction Prevalence, Research Centers in Minority Institutions (RCMI) Translational Science Conference, #02.01.021, October 2017 Food Insecurity & Health Outcomes Among Children, Research Centers in Minority Institutions Translational Science Conference, #03.01.054, Oct 2017 UVB Light Induces Degradation of Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) mRNA, The Toxicologist, 66, 1-S, #LB84, 23, March 2002 Regulation of COX-2 Expression in Human Dermal Microvascular Epithelial Cells by 2, 3, 7, 8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-Dioxin (TCDD), The Toxicologist, 60, 1, #2099, 441, March 2001

Timeline

Adjunct Professor

Oakwood University
01.2019 - Current

Director, Biomedical Studies Clinical Research

CHDI Management, Inc
09.2018 - 10.2020

Epidemiology Doctoral Fellow

Nemours/Alfred I. DuPont Hospital for Children
05.2017 - 12.2017

Environmental Scientist / Science Technician

City Of Philadelphia, Water Department
09.2014 - 05.2017

Microbiology Laboratory Manager

Sure-Biochem Laboratories, LLC
03.2013 - 09.2014

Intern

Family Services Network Of New York, Inc.
01.2011 - 10.2012

Clinical Research Associate

Clinproxy Research Services
01.2009 - 01.2010

Associate Scientist, Bioassay Method Development / Assistant Scientist

Centocor, Inc, Johnson & Johnson
03.2003 - 01.2010

PhD - Public Health - Epidemiology

Walden University

Master of Science - Toxicology and Pharmacology

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Oakwood University

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