(1 year 4 months)

(2 years 4 months) As an Account Manager at Mettler Toledo, I manage a diverse portfolio of accounts across government healthcare, pharma, and academia delivering premium products and services that align with clients’ needs. I build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including lab managers, scientists, and researchers, working closely with large corporations such as AstraZeneca. I specialize in optimizing lab workflows through instrument performance enhancement and laboratory automation, improving research and diagnostic outcomes. I have successfully expanded my regional client base, surpassing revenue goals through data-driven, personalized approaches. Additionally, I lead business development initiatives such as seminars, symposiums, tradeshows, and product demos, showcasing the value of our premium offerings while strengthening client relationships.

Greater Blackburn with Darwen Area In my role as a Compliance Officer, I spearheaded regulatory compliance efforts, ensuring full adherence to EU tobacco regulations. I managed MHRA submissions, PCN notifications, and coordinated third-party laboratory testing to maintain product integrity and regulatory standards. I collaborated with suppliers to maintain accurate product specifications, Technical Data Sheets, and Certificates of Analysis. I also played a key role in optimizing procurement processes, handling Purchase Orders and setting up standing orders to streamline supply chain operations. Supporting laboratory analysts, I utilized gas chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques to ensure accurate testing and compliance. I worked closely with management and cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate regulatory risks, aligning operational practices with the Tobacco Product Directive and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

(1 year 8 months) Biomedical Scientist: As a Biomedical Scientist, responsibilities included performing high-throughput COVID-19 diagnostic testing using PCR techniques, ensuring accurate results in compliance with IVD protocols. Supervised a team of scientists in a high- pressure lab, enhancing both team performance and operational efficiency while upholding quality control and regulatory standards. Utilized LIMS software and automated liquid handling systems to streamline workflows, significantly improving sample processing efficiency. Expertise in RNA extraction using magnetic bead-based technology and conducting RT- PCR for SARS-CoV-2 detection, with real-time analysis of viral load using advanced PCR systems. Contributed to sample preparation, reagent management, and the execution of PCR assays, ensuring precision and accuracy throughout all diagnostic workflows. Serologist: As a Serologist during the COVID-19 pandemic, I was responsible for analysing blood samples to detect specific antibodies, playing a crucial role in tracking immune responses to the virus. Utilizing automated immunology- based assays, I worked with the ROCHE e801 analytical unit, which ran Elecsys Anti-SARS COV2 assays to identify both N and S antibodies in serum samples. This data was pivotal in determining patient immunity and guiding public health responses. In addition to routine testing, I contributed to validation studies for new protocols and assays, ensuring that all procedures adhered to clinical and regulatory standards. My work included accurately processing and analysing blood specimens for antibody testing through methods such as ELISA and chemiluminescence, ensuring high precision and compliance across all diagnostic workflows. This role demanded both technical expertise and the ability to maintain quality in a high-throughput, high-pressure environment.