Professional Summary * Biological subject matter expert with twelve years' experience working with biothreat pathogens, molecular diagnostics, data analysis, and project management. * Demonstrated ability to develop and utilize molecular assays for detection and identification of biothreat pathogens in Public Health protection and Biosurveillance projects. * Managed and worked in biocontainment (BSL-3) labs, and oversaw the development of an interagency pathogen strain repository. * Experienced in leading and coordinating interagency efforts (research and non-research) among Federal partners. * Robust analytical skills and a track record of presenting technical details to executive and management stakeholders. * Demonstrated ability to initiate and foster positive collaborative relationships across diverse groups to facilitate mutual interests.

Highlights:

• Diagnostics
• Inventory
• Research
• Budgeting
• High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Management
• Operating Budget
• Project Management
• Publications
• Microbiology