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QA Operations Specialist II @ Brammer Bio Cambridge, MAQC Analyst II @ Sanofi Genzyme Run validated methods on finished product and unformulated bulk under cGMP, Part 11 compliant lab.-Perform RP-HPLC oligosaccharide labeling assay with Agilent 1200 on Empower 3 software.-Perform carbohydrate labeling assay with Dionex instrument on PeakNet (Chromeleon) software.-Perform moisture testing of finished product with Aquastar C3000 Titrator.-Perform oxygen testing of finished product with Mocon O2 Headspace Analyzer.-Perform routine wet chemistry assays using Lambda 25 and DU-800 spectrophotometers.-Completed Sanofi-Genzyme Instructor Lead Trainer (ILT) and On the Job Trainer (OJT) courses.-Qualified Trainer for wet chemistry, O2 headspace, and moisture (KF titration) assays.-Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical instruments.-Frequently use iLIMS, LIMSLINK, and SAP Business Objects programs on a day-to-day basis.Member, Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT)-Provide on-call, medical first response in the event of an on-site emergency. From December 2016 to January 2019 (2 years 2 months) Allston, MAResearch Associate, Analytical Development @ Cubist Pharmaceuticals Developed RP-HPLC methods in support of Technical Operations, using Empower 3 software with Agilent and Waters HPLC instruments.-Coordinated with QC Chemistry team to screen HPLC columns for efficacy and future applications.-Developed an RP-HPLC method to resolve and identify impurities in upstream production.-Isolated fractions at analytical scale and trained on isolating fractions at semi-prep scale.-Performed moisture testing of finished product and drug intermediates with C30 Mettler Toledo titrator.-Performed routine maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical instruments. From January 2015 to August 2015 (8 months) Lexington, MAPainting Contractor @ Self Employed Independently complete indoor and outdoor painting projects for homeowners and businesses. From September 2014 to January 2015 (5 months) Billerica, MARecruiter @ StratAcuity Connected top-tier biotech and pharmaceutical firms to exceptional scientific talent, with a core focus in Discovery Research and Pre-Clinical Development. -Placed researchers in positions ranging from Research Associate through Senior Scientist. -Sourced candidates on a contingent and retained basis through in-person networking events, an extensive Applicant Tracking System (ATS), and social media. -Interviewed and qualified candidates on the basis technical and interpersonal skills. -Thoroughly prepared candidates for phone-interviews, on-site interviews, and research presentations. From October 2013 to June 2014 (9 months) Military Intelligence Sergent @ Army National Guard Lead and trained small teams of experienced, Military Intelligence soldiers in support of infantry operations. -Provided Military Intelligence support to Military Police and local law enforcement immediately following the Boston Marathon Bombing. -Trained Military Intelligence soldiers in advanced concepts of mapping and land navigation. From February 2013 to February 2014 (1 year 1 month) 182nd Infantry Battalion, Melrose, MAMilitary Intelligence Analyst @ Army National Guard Performed Military Intelligence and operational support to Military Police training and state-wide emergencies. -Provided operational support in a rapid-response operation in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy. -Developed extensive training SOPs to increase realism of combat training exercises. -Developed and delivered a two-hour presentation on international narcotics trafficking. -Delivered numerous briefings on combat training, land navigation, and operational security. -Earned certification in Army Combatives, Level I. From February 2008 to February 2013 (5 years 1 month) 211th Military Police Battalion; Lexington, MAEMT-Basic @ Trinity Emergency Medical Services Provided basic life support in medical, psychiatric, and traumatic emergencies in a dense, urban population.-Treated patients overdosing on opiates, methamphetamine, and other controlled substances.-Performed CPR on three patients.-Wrote run-reports detailing events and medical interventions for legal and administrative purposes. From January 2013 to October 2013 (10 months) Lowell, MAQC Analyst I @ Sanofi Genzyme Run validated methods on finished product and unformulated bulk under cGMP, Part 11 compliant lab. -Perform RP-HPLC oligosaccharide labeling assay with Agilent 1200 on Empower 2 software.-Perform UV-Vis spectroscopy assays with Spectramax plate readers and DU-800 spectrophotometers.-Perform moisture testing of finished product with Aquastar C3000 Titrator.-Perform particle testing of finished product with HIAC Particle Counter.-Perform oxygen testing of finished product with Mocon O2 Headspace Analyzer.-Assist Validation Team on IQ/OQ/PQ of analytical instruments.-Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical instruments.Member, Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT)-Provide on-call, medical first response in the event of an on-site emergency. From August 2015 to December 2016 (1 year 5 months) Framingham, MAUndergraduate Research Assistant, In-vivo Pharmacology @ University of Massachusetts Amherst Investigated liver-bud potentiality with a dose-dependent, Cre/LoxP system.-Performed assay optimization of the inducible Cre/LoxP transgenic mouse line, with the goal of consistently labeling a single cell to track cell specification and differentiation.-Performed optimization of Immunohistochemistry (IHC), x-gal, silver, and H&E staining SOPs.-Performed necropsies of mice at various stages of development, isolating the pancreas and liver.-Performed paraffin embedding and slide preparation of organ tissues.-Performed RT-PCR and qPCR under established SOPs.-Secured $5,000 in undergraduate grant awards. From June 2011 to May 2012 (1 year) Amherst, MATeaching Assistant, Introductory Biology Lab @ University of Massachusetts Amherst Provided classroom and one-on-one guidance to freshman Biology Majors on topics in introductory biology lab.-Taught three 40-minute lecture periods to a class of 25 students ahead of three hour experiments.-Guided students through experiments, dissections, and other hands-on aspects of the course.-Tutored students in small groups ahead of written exams and lab-practicals. From September 2010 to January 2011 (5 months) Amherst, MA