Woody Drury
Gaithersburg,MD
Summary
With extensive experience in laboratory animal care and husbandry, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the role of [Desired Position]. I have consistently excelled in managing daily operations to ensure optimal conditions for research. My expertise includes animal feeding, health monitoring, and facility sanitation, all of which I execute with proficiency. Additionally, I possess a strong background in handling diverse species and maintaining detailed records to support the smooth functioning of laboratory activities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Analyst
Charles River Laboratories
08.2020 - 03.2024
- Environmental Monitoring Static/dynamic testing
- Perform water quality analysis TOC and conductivity testing
- Perform Bioburden testing per current cGMP guidelines to facilitate in process product development and raw material release
- Perform Growth Promotion testing microbial identification, pure colony streak plate isolation biological indicator testing in a BSL2 environment
- Assist in Laboratory investigations environmental excursions and deviations
- Demonstrate excellent aseptic technique and clean room gowning practices required for working in grade C,B and A spaces
- Data Entry
- Supported company in maintaining work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends, ensuring accurate and efficient monitoring techniques were utilized.
Laboratory Technician
MEDIMMUNE/ASTRAZENECA
01.2014 - 04.2019
- Inputted and edited computer entries from generated research using Excel
- Eliminated procedure gaps by effectively guiding and teaching Technicians on operations of machinery, inspection protocols and processes
- Reduced operational roadblocks and solved product and process issues to optimize efficiency
- Followed Agency protocols when gathering data and performing lab experiments
- Used Excel to enter data into project database and provided updates on daily basis
- Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns
- Collected and recorded specialized data at various field sites for later assessment and data analysis
- Contributed to successful research outcomes by collecting precise samples such as blood draws, tissue biopsies, and body fluid collections from various species.
- Provided high-quality care to laboratory animals by administering medications, monitoring health status, and performing routine husbandry tasks.
Husbandry Technician
Priority One Services
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Kept records of animal health, medical treatment and injections and growth progress
- Stocked, cleaned and disinfected habitats of over 100 animals to protect animal health and wellbeing
- Kept optimal quality levels to prevent critical errors and support team performance targets
- Added documents to file records and created new records to support filing needs
- Managed documents by organizing forms, making photocopies, filing records, preparing correspondence and creating reports
- Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins
Education
Associate of Arts - Computer Information Systems
Stray
Rockville05-2010
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Quality processes
- Data analysis
- Mentoring and training
- Animal welfare compliance
- Animal handling expertise
- Cleanliness maintenance
- Data recording accuracy
- Animal behavior observation
- Continuing education commitment
- Animal nutrition
- Animal restraint methods
- Animal identification systems
Timeline
Quality Assurance Analyst
Charles River Laboratories
08.2020 - 03.2024
Laboratory Technician
MEDIMMUNE/ASTRAZENECA
01.2014 - 04.2019
Husbandry Technician
Priority One Services
01.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Arts - Computer Information Systems
Stray
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