BIO
Education
2005-2009
University of Toronto
2009-2011
University of Toronto
2014
Toronto District School Board
H.B.Sc.
Molecular Biology
3.92 cGPA
M.Sc.
Biotechnology
Certificate
Food Safety/Sanitation/HACCP/Recall/Traceability
Experience
University of Toronto
Sep 2006 - Apr 2009
University of Toronto
May 2008 - Aug 2008
Sanofi Pasteur
Jan 2010 - Dec 2010
Health Science Inquiry
Feb 2011 - Feb 2014
Quality Brand Oils
Jun 2014 - Jul 2016
Elpis College
Aug 2016 - present
Researcher
QC/QA Associate
Reviewer
Quality Manager
Professor of AP Chemistry and Biology
- performed objective-driven independent laboratory research involving the synthesis of GdF3 nanoparticles for their use in MRI and SPECT imaging
- purified, quantified, and analyzed structural properties of surface peptides and nanoparticles
- maintained a journal of daily activity and experimental results
- performed live testing/revisions of trending SOP's
- created statistical tools for trending quality control data
- developed macros for control chart creation and automation of - data transposition
- entered lab results into the database and performed parameter queries
- executed laboratory tests on vaccine potency
- revised submissions on cutting-edge research in Type II Diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, and oncology from all over Canada based on scientific rigor and writing style
- produced feedback sent to authors as a guide for subsequent submissions
- formulating the decision criteria for publication
- approved to author my own article for the next issue
- communicating with CFIA on regulatory requirements
- developing a traceability system for incoming materials and packaged product
- coordinating quality data input and analysis
- implementing good GMP practices in production
- producing SOP's for quality testing and sanitation
- purchasing equipment and chemicals for production and quality systems
- adapted teaching style to individual student
- monitored student progress and kept young students interested and motivated
- explained new scientific concepts and ideas
- prepared course outlines and material based on the curriculum
- evaluated tests and assignments
Teaching Assistant/Lab Demonstrator
- explained new scientific concepts and ideas
- prepared course outlines and material based on the curriculum
- evaluated tests and assignments
- supervised and assisted student laboratories and in-class assignments
- adapted teaching style to individual student
- monitored student progress and kept young students interested and motivated
Core Competencies
- refined laboratory aptitude in molecular biology and biochemistry
- marvelous scientific writing skills
- refined knowledge of industry-wide Quality Control and Quality Assurance strategies
- government-certified training in Food Safety, Sanitation, and HACCP
- extensive knowledge of drug development and the clinical development process
- strong GMP/GCP/GDP training background in food and pharmaceuticals
- teaching and conveying information
- critical analysis of scientific literature
- statistical analysis and database management
- expert computer skills in MS Office, Adobe, HTML/PHP web design, and LIMS database
- valid WHMIS and CPR training