Research Associate ~ R&D Scientist ~ Histotechnologist (ASCP HTL Histotechnology)
~ Senior Application Development Scientist
Versatile and innovative Research and Development scientist with considerable clinical experience and a solid background in public health and nutrition. Recognized for exceptional experimental techniques with automated cell and tissue analysis that led to the acceleration of clinical diagnostics and drug discovery development. Supervised a top staff for over six years in a busy hospital cellular pathology histology laboratory. Trained other scientists in specimen testing, interpretation, equipment operation and troubleshooting. Achieved a Ph.D. in Biomedical Science. Holds numerous professional certifications.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Training -Lecturing- Team Building; Laboratory Audits; SOP; Data Audits; Clinical Pathology Specimen Preparation; Test Protocols ; Diagnostics; IHC, ISH, FISH; Biomarker Development
Histochemistry; Interpretation; Project Management; Demo Calibration
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BIOGENEX LABORATORIES, Fremont, CA
Senior Application Development Scientist, Cellular Pathology Lab, 2012-present
Key Accomplishments:
• Lead process for primary screening in antibody development.
• Design new R&D projects and technologies.
• Lead process for College of American Pathologists proficiency and UKNEQAS IHC &ISH testing.
• Directed verification and validation for Xmatrx Automated Immunostaining Systems.
• Responsible for molecular diagnostics: H&E stains, IHC, ISH, FISH and micro RNA detection systems.
• Conduct trainings and demonstrations for new employees, customers, and distributors.
• Review protocols and optimization.
• Active participant in customer visits and technical presentation of products.
• Tissues photomicrography for biomarker catalog.
SOUTHAMPTON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, Southampton, UK
Specialist Biomedical Scientist, Immunohistochemistry Laboratory, 2007-2010
Key Accomplishments:
• Assisted Laboratory Manager in day-to-day management of Immunohistochemistry (IHC) Laboratory.
• Conducted IHC procedures including neuropathology specimens and breast cancer Her2 Sliver in Situ Hybridization (SISH) staining and interpretation.
• Worked on specimens ranging from biopsies and simple specimens to large, complex cancers.
• Participated in internal audits following formal clinical audit and quality management systems, and in monthly breast cancer data audits for the UK National External Quality Assessment Service.
• Slashed turnaround times for SISH service by 200%. Formulated and implemented improved policies and procedures in the IHC section.
• Established an Her2 SISH in-house testing service for breast cancer.
• Directed conversion from manual frozen section staining to automatic staining.
• Trained colleagues in immunohistochemistry and Her2 and SISH staining and interpretation.
• Developed an understanding of cellular pathology theories and practical techniques to achieve nationally recognized Specialist Portfolio of the Institute of Biomedical Science.
• Identified errors with new equipment and machinery, recording and fixing minor errors and reporting major errors to the manufacturer.
SOUTHAMPTON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, Southampton, UK
Biomedical Scientist 1, Cellular Pathology -Histology Lab, 2004-2007
Key Accomplishments:
• Managed the Neuropathology Section during senior staff absences.
• Noted for expertise in frozen sections, special stain and neuropathology staining.
• Trained junior colleagues in all aspect of histology techniques.
UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH...
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