Victoria Lefferts
Lansdale,PA
Summary
Preclinical Research Professional with a strong background in managing complex reproductive and developmental toxicology studies within GLP-regulated environments. Proven ability to identify and address operational bottlenecks, optimize laboratory efficiency, and expand service offerings. Skilled in interdepartmental coordination, scheduling, validation and change control processes, SOP development, and quality assurance, with a strong focus on increasing operational capacity and supporting client study needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Technician V
Charles River Laboratories
04.2022 - Current
- Led and supported complex preclinical studies in reproductive toxicology for rodents and rabbits within GLP-regulated laboratory.
- Implemented Biel Maze behavioral testing at the site, including managing internal studies, SOP development, technician training, and validation requirements.
- Functioned as Noldus system administrator, upholding data integrity and adhering to validated-system regulations.
- Expanded Biel maze testing across various study designs to enhance site offerings for clients.
- Manage competing priorities across numerous concurrent client studies in a highly time-sensitive CRO environment, coordinating across all departments to keep studies on track.
- Identified operational bottlenecks, investigated causes, and collaborated on solutions to enhance laboratory efficiency while retaining data integrity and regulatory compliance.
- Redesigned scheduling processes to eliminate uncovered work within staffing constraints, improving staff utilization and satisfaction.
- Restructured supportive-care processes, reducing unnecessary documentation, decreasing technician time by up to 50%, and increasing operational capacity.
- Support quality assurance through data review and study audits; member of TRACE and CAPA investigation teams addressing non-compliance and process-related issues.
Customer Service Team Lead
Quakertown Veterinary Clinic
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Led a team of 10 representatives in a 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital, coordinating scheduling, staffing, client communication, and daily operational needs in a high-pressure environment.
- Managed competing priorities and resolved client and operational issues independently while ensuring effective communication across teams.
- Created and implemented structured new-employee training process, including training materials and three weeks of hands-on instruction to enhance onboarding experience.
Research Assistant
Temple University Neurochemistry & Cognition Laboratory
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Executed ELISA and Western blot assays, maintaining strict laboratory protocols and safety standards.
- Prepared samples for biochemical assays, ensuring accuracy in laboratory settings.
- Supported rodent behavioral research through precise experimental data collection.
- Organized data in Excel while adhering to laboratory SOPs and IACUC compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience, Psychology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA12-2021
Skills
- Laboratory Operations & Coordination Scheduling & Resource Planning Process Improvement SOP Development Validated Systems & Change Control GLP Compliance Audits & Data Review CAPA & Deviation Management Cross-Functional Collaboration Training & Mentoring Noldus System Administration Microsoft Office & Excel
- Neurocognitive Assessments Rodent & Rabbit Dosing & Blood Collection Reproductive Procedures Anesthesia & Respiratory Monitoring Immunocompromised Animals OEB 1-4 BSL I, II
Certification
- Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) Certification | Master Validation Plan (MVP) Training Quality Risk Management, validation lifecycle, change control, deviations & audit readiness | GLP Training
Timeline
Research Technician V
Charles River Laboratories
04.2022 - Current
Research Assistant
Temple University Neurochemistry & Cognition Laboratory
01.2020 - 01.2021
Customer Service Team Lead
Quakertown Veterinary Clinic
12.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience, Psychology
Temple University