QA Operations Specialist II at Brammer Bio
Billerica, Massachusetts
Brammer Bio
QA Operations Specialist II
Cambridge, MA
Sanofi Genzyme
QC Analyst II
December 2016 to January 2019
Allston, MA
Cubist Pharmaceuticals
Research Associate, Analytical Development
January 2015 to August 2015
Lexington, MA
Self Employed
Painting Contractor
September 2014 to January 2015
Billerica, MA
StratAcuity
Recruiter
October 2013 to June 2014
Army National Guard
Military Intelligence Sergent
February 2013 to February 2014
182nd Infantry Battalion, Melrose, MA
Army National Guard
Military Intelligence Analyst
February 2008 to February 2013
211th Military Police Battalion; Lexington, MA
Trinity Emergency Medical Services
EMT-Basic
January 2013 to October 2013
Lowell, MA
Sanofi Genzyme
QC Analyst I
August 2015 to December 2016
Framingham, MA
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Undergraduate Research Assistant, In-vivo Pharmacology
June 2011 to May 2012
Amherst, MA
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Teaching Assistant, Introductory Biology Lab
September 2010 to January 2011
Amherst, MA
What company does Alexander Simolaris work for?
Alexander Simolaris works for Brammer Bio
What is Alexander Simolaris's role at Brammer Bio?
Alexander Simolaris is QA Operations Specialist II
What industry does Alexander Simolaris work in?
Alexander Simolaris works in the Biotechnology industry.
📖 Summary
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
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