Accomplished Ph.D. scientist with over 15 years of research experience and 7 years of laboratory leadership and project management. Author on 17 peer reviewed publications, with demonstrated expertise in cell biology, virology, and molecular biology. With a team at Georgetown established new method for cell reprogramming (CR) and cell immortalization, that lead to development of novel advanced primary cell, 2D, and 3D culture models developed a conditional media for CR culturing discovered the model for the HPV mediated cell immortalization and telomerase regulation. In most recent role at NIST, developed molecular techniques critical for standardized cell line authentication. During career, served as a scientific project lead, managed scientists and participated in strategic planning. Professional success stems from the ability to work effectively in team settings, in matrix organizations, and independently. Seeking a new challenge in career that will allow to apply these skillsets to future endeavors.
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