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Africa Joyner
Assistant QA Biologist-Microbiologist, Talecris Biotherapeutics
Location: Raleigh, NC United States
Joined: Sep 1st, 2005

About (request update)

Current Whereabouts:

In Raleigh, NC working, trying to maintain.

Website:

http://www.africa_joyner@yahoo.com

Education (request update)

Livingstone College class of 2000

Undergrad Major: Biology

Campus Organization:

Delta Sigma Theta

Claim To Fame:

Marching Band and my smile. I smiled all the time. Sigma Sweetheart Spr. 97

Most Memorable Moment:

Freshman 1996-1997, Harris Hall!!!!! Atlanta, GA- Marching Band

Experience

I currently work with Talecris Biotherapeutics as Assistant QA Biologist-Microbiologist
I have 2 years of experience working in the Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical industry.

Assistant QA Biologist-Microbiologist | Talecris Biotherapeutics
From August 2006 to Current • 20 year(s)
Conducted testing for bacterial and fungal growth using various enrichment media and biochemical tests. Maintained speciation database and ensured cGMP/GLP compliance.

Medical Laboratory Technologist | Wake County Human Services
From February 2006 to June 2006 • 0 year(s)
Responsible for data entry of laboratory testing information and performed urinalysis testing. Performed calibration and QC on laboratory instruments with CLIA compliance.

Technical Service Technologist/Research and Development | Smithfield Packaging Company
From October 2004 to November 2005 • 1 year(s)
Managed product specifications database for pork products and conducted research projects. Audited products and implemented standard operating procedures.

Medical Laboratory Technologist | Wake County Health Department
From December 2003 to October 2004 • 1 year(s)
Executed chemical, hematological, and serological testing on blood samples. Performed microscopic examination and quality control tests with CLIA compliance.

Microbiologist Technician | Martin's Abattoir and Meats
From August 2003 to December 2003 • 0 year(s)
Performed microbiological and chemical testing on raw beef products. Prepared samples for PCR analysis and managed laboratory records.

Specimen Accessioner | Spectrum Laboratory Network
From October 2002 to July 2003 • 1 year(s)
Prepared laboratory specimens for designated departments prior to analysis. Organized specimens for testing and arranged excess samples for storage.

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