About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 1912021
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN | qPCR, LC-MS/MS, TOXICOLOGY SAMPLE PREP
Core Expertise
- Molecular extractions and qPCR workflows using automated platforms for diagnostic testing.
- Targeted LC-MS/MS analyses on triple quadrupole systems for toxicology and metabolite identification.
- Toxicology sample preparation including liquid–liquid extraction and dilute-and-shoot techniques.
- QC review, calibration acceptance, and data integrity checks within regulated laboratory environments.
- Instrumentation troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and training to minimize downtime and errors.
Project Background
- Supported diagnostic testing by integrating KingFisher Flex extractions with Thermo qPCR workflows.
- Executed LC-MS/MS runs using triple quadrupole platforms for targeted toxicology and metabolite panels.
- Applied Phenyl-Hexyl and Polar C18 columns for optimized chromatographic separation workflows.
- Reviewed assay QC and calibration curves, escalating deviations and documenting corrective actions.
- Onboarded and mentored new technicians in SOPs, biohazard handling, and instrument protocols.
Key Skills
- ThermoFisher QuantStudio | KingFisher Flex | ImmunoTox270
- AB Sciex Triple Quad | LC-MS/MS | Chromatography columns (Phenyl-Hexyl, Polar C18)
- Toxicology sample prep | Liquid–liquid extraction | Dilute & shoot
- LIMS | Assay QC review | Calibration curve acceptance
- Microsoft Excel (data processing & visualization) | Introductory Python (pandas)
- Scientific documentation | SOP compliance | GLP/GMP awareness
Education
- B.S., Biology — Georgia Southern University
Why Interview this Candidate?
A skilled laboratory technician with 3+ years supporting molecular diagnostics and LC-MS/MS toxicology workflows. Demonstrated strengths in instrumentation troubleshooting, QC review, and onboarding new staff to SOPs and biohazard protocols. Well-versed in LIMS and regulated-lab expectations, able to deliver reliable assay execution and process improvements in clinical or pharmaceutical environments.
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