Meagan Richardson
Stokesdale,NC
Summary
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills that provide a cooperative and productive environment for colleagues, internal/external customers, and managers. Great organizational skills with attention to detail allowing effective use of time and resources. Motivated self-starter working independently as well as with others to accomplish successful completion of projects/studies. Capable of effectively managing multiple priorities and changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Extremely trainable and willing to embrace new ideas and processes while being open to suggestions and recommendations. Exceptional communication with colleagues and customers ensures confidence and the ability to meet expectations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Chemist I
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, LLC.
01.2016 - Current
- Complete QA exceptions/investigations and CAPA investigations
- Update and revise SOPs and WIs as needed
- Monthly verification of all laboratory logbooks per ISO 17025, A2LA policies and requirements
- Maintain all laboratory equipment and instruments within the online asset inventory, including new additions, modifications of existing equipment, and maintenance of equipment
- Responsible for ordering and maintaining laboratory supplies
- Provide backup for several laboratory analyses when necessary
- Assist with method specific training of new employees
- Provide back up support by attending compliance related meetings when management is unavailable
- Troubleshoot analytical issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Analyze and interpret laboratory data.
- Maintain compliance with safety regulations, minimizing risk of accidents in the laboratory setting.
- Awards/Recognition: multiple Superlative Service and Impact awards received
GLP Test Material Coordinator
Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC.
06.2011 - 01.2016
- Responsible for administering the GLP Test Material program for the Greensboro T&P Design Center and for maintaining the inventory for GLP test materials
- Responsible for initiating characterizations and recertifications of test materials; including initiating and writing GLP protocols, final reports, and Certificates of Analysis
- Perform reanalysis of all test materials in GLP inventory via HPLC and GC techniques
- Responsible for analysis of plant/production site control samples using HPLC and GC techniques
- Assist customers world-wide with procurement and ordering/shipping of GLP test materials for various uses
- Work closely with Formulation and Analytical Chemists to maintain GLP compliance and proper documentation related to GLP studies
- General laboratory housekeeping and compliance with all safety procedures.
Chemist
Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC. (Olsten Staffing Services Contractor)
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Aid in the development of new and improved products
- Assist Chemists with the preparation, analysis, and receiving and shipping of samples needing testing
- Analysis performed included pH, density, and particle size determination
- Prepared samples for use in GLP testing
- General laboratory housekeeping duties such as supply stocking of laboratories and dishwashing.
DNA Technologist
LabCorp.
09.2007 - 07.2010
- Responsible for performing Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) testing of bone marrow for the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) and the Gift of Life (GOL) Program, as well as for public and private medical facilities
- Using advanced PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) technologies, I analyzed DNA sequences at HLA loci to determine DNA typing
- This included prepping samples for DNA extraction, then extracting the DNA, amplifying it using PCR methods, and finally probing it for positive hits using a vast amount of DNA probes
- I am also knowledgeable in performing transplant-level testing which uses double-blind procedures, and performing Celiac Luminex testing utilizing gel electrophoresis
- Other duties include maintaining lab housekeeping and safety standards, performing various types of analyses of samples including blood, buccal swabs, and cord blood specimens, and performing diverse methods of data analysis using a range of computer software programs.
Education
Chemistry (working on Bachelor of Science)
Guilford College
Greensboro, NC01.2015
Forensic Biology with a Concentration in Criminal Justice (Bachelor of Arts)
Guilford College
Greensboro, NC01.2007
Associates in Arts (Psychology)
Rockingham Community College
Wentworth, NC01.2004
Skills
Attention to detail
Highly Dependable
Fast Learner
Verbal and written communication
Time Management
Collaborative
City
Stokesdale
State
NC
Zip
2737
Laboratory Experience
- 17+ years of biological and analytical laboratory work; including 8+ years within the tobacco industry
- GC Analysis of both non-smoking and burn down tobacco products
- Perform laboratory work according to ISO17025, GMP, and GLP regulations
- Perform routine analysis of samples using Agilent HPLC, GC, and Waters UHPLC instruments, software, routine maintenance, and column switching
- Data collection and review via LIMS systems and Agilent OpenLAB
- Lab scale product formulation work for use in various types of chemical and physical property studies
- Performed pH, density, and particle size testing on approximately 2000 samples a year
- DNA extraction via manual and robotic means
- DNA amplification using PCR techniques and instrumentation
- Used probing techniques for the determination of DNA typing
Street
191 Mustang Run
Glp Experience
- Act as technical writer for about 500 GLP studies per year including GLP test materials and analytical standards
- Authored as well as updated numerous SOP's related to GLP Test Material processes and procedures
- Oversight of study plans and protocols for adherence to GLP requirements
- Created new processes for acquiring GLP test material for various global customers
- Responsible for one of two GLP test material repositories (globally) for Syngenta
- Responsible for the reanalysis of over 1500 GLP test materials
- Responsible for ordering and procuring GLP test materials for the following types of studies: toxicology, operator and consumer safety, environmental fate, product chemistry, field trials, country registrations
- Streamlined several processes and procedures for Syngenta Greensboro's GLP Test Material Program
- Provided back-up for the Analytical Standard's Program by responding to customer inquiries and the dispensing of analytical standards
- Member of site GLP team comprised of colleagues from Quality Assurance, Analytical Chemistry, Formulation Development, and Logistics
Personal Information
Title: Chemist
References
References available upon request.
Training
- In-Depth GLP Training
- Document Repository Training
- SharePoint 2010 Team space Administrators Training
- InfoPath 2007 Training
- Laboratory Chemical Hygiene Training
- GMP Training
Timeline
Senior Chemist I
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, LLC.
01.2016 - Current
GLP Test Material Coordinator
Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC.
06.2011 - 01.2016
Chemist
Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC. (Olsten Staffing Services Contractor)
08.2010 - 06.2011
DNA Technologist
LabCorp.
09.2007 - 07.2010
Chemistry (working on Bachelor of Science)
Guilford College
Forensic Biology with a Concentration in Criminal Justice (Bachelor of Arts)
Guilford College
Associates in Arts (Psychology)
Rockingham Community College
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