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RESEARCH BIOLOGIST Resume
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| Desired Industry: Science/Research |
SpiderID: 81471 |
| Desired Job Location: Columbus, New Jersey |
Date Posted: 9/25/2018 |
| Type of Position: Full-Time Permanent |
Availability Date: |
| Desired Wage: 65000 |
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U.S. Work Authorization: Yes |
| Job Level: Management (Manager, Director) |
Willing to Travel: Yes, 25-50% |
| Highest Degree Attained: Masters |
Willing to Relocate: Yes |
Objective:
Methodical, results-oriented, and innovative professional, offering hands-on experience in research and laboratory operations in pharmaceutical/drug research and development fields; combined with proven project management skills. Expert at executing pre-clinical in vivo drug discovery analyses as well as employing troubleshooting, development, validation, and transfer methods in accomplishing complex research tasks. Equipped with solid quantitative and qualitative analytical skills in gathering and utilizing statistics to develop strategic recommendation and deliver positive results in various business functions. Known for proven research, analytical, and leadership skills in solving complex problems and leading cross-functional teams to achieve set-forth goals.
Experience:
Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ (2008–2016)
Senior Research Scientist/Biologist – In Vivo Pharmacology Department (Cardio-Metabolic Diseases) 2013–2016
Function as primary investigator of large canine colony used for cardiovascular disease research, while developing and conducting critical canine hemodynamic studies using telemetry technology, as the lead scientist
Lead the creation and approval of animal models in various therapeutic areas which include planning and performing in vivo studies; and conducing data analysis and presentation using statistical and graphing software
Collaborate with multiple project teams on studies and results, as well as with contract research organizations (CROs) on external rodent, canine, and non-human primates (NHP) studies
Performed restraint dosing, tissue, and blood collection, and pre-clinical in vivo drug discovery research regarding cardiovascular diseases and diabetes programs, such as sGC program and insulin glargine program
Developed and implemented acute/chronic studies by investigating the hemodynamic effects of anti-hypertensive drugs using telemetered animal (rodent/canine) models
Examined the blood pressure and heart rate lowering effects of anti-pulmonary hypertension drugs through telemetered hypoxic rat model dosed orally or intra-tracheal, along with telemetered anesthetized canine model dosed via inhalation method
Performed pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics in vivo studies in rodents and canines
Senior Research Scientist/Biologist – In Vivo Pharmacology Department (Energy Metabolism) 2010–2013
Performed pre-clinical in vivo drug discovery research on diabetes and obesity; bioanalytical assays involving blood chemistry screens, cholesterol, triglycerides, and fatty acids assays; and basal glucose, glucose tolerance, and lipid tolerance tests
Partnered with various functional groups to plan project activities; communicated work-related information to projects teams; and presented scientific data during meetings
Presided over the training of team members to enhance skills with rats and canines
Assisted with pharmacological and in vivo programs for diabetes and energy metabolism therapeutic areas
Research Scientist/Biologist – Central Pharmacology Department (Technology) 2009–2010
Demonstrated adeptness in conducting pharmacological and in vivo research across programs for diabetes and obesity and cardiovascular disease therapeutic areas
Strategically directed and guided new employees within the department, while supervising summer interns
Research Scientist/Biologist – Lead Opt Pharmacology Department (Lead Opt Diabetes and Obesity) 2008–2009
Initiated pharmacological and in vivo support across programs for diabetes and obesity and cardiovascular disease therapeutic areas
Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
Research Assistant B 2007–2008
Conducted research on Botulinum Toxin to discover vaccine against the toxin
Completed antigen and antibody samples, calculated doses, and executed pharmacokinetics studies on mice and rats
Performed technical animal procedures, such as, handling and restraint, administration by various routes, animal euthanasia, monitoring anesthesia and necropsies
Accomplished laboratory procedures, such as tissue culture, ELISA, affinity purification, protein quantitation, and western blot
Handled and trained in working with radioactive material
Monell Chemical Senses Center, Philadelphia, PA
Senior Animal Research Technician 2006–2007
Exemplified skills in executing academia research in taste and nutrition in rodents
Handled dosing, tissue collection, blood, urine, and feces collection
Took charge of collecting, evaluating, and documenting data using computer software
Developed various experimental solutions
Education:
Master of Science in Laboratory Animal Science
Drexel University College of Medicine Graduate School, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Science in Animal Biotechnology and Conservation
Delaware Valley University, Doylestown, PA
Skills:
Program and Project Management | Data Collection and Analysis | Program Administration
In Vivo and Cardiovascular Drug Discovery Research | Clinical Documentation
Pharmacokinetic/Pharmacodynamic Studies | Staff Supervision and Training | Tissue Collection/ Neocropsy
Additional Information:
Professional Development
Certifications:
American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Certification
Radioactive Material Certification
Training:
Chemical Hygiene Officer | Animal Enrichment Representative | Animal Facility Representative
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) | Prism | Spotfire | Laboratory Electronic Notebook (ELN)
Telemetry Software (DSI) | Ponemah
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