1. 3322 Brittan Ave. #12 Phone (650) 200-6734
San Carlos, CA 94070 kharrismail@gmail.com
Kathleen A. Harris
EDUCATION
B.S. Biochemistry, University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA, 2007
LABORATORY SKILLS
• Enzymology
• ELISA Assays
• Immunotiter Assays
• Assay Development
• IQ/OQ/PQ Experience
• Protein Purification
• SDS PAGE
• Bacterial Cell Culture
• Tissue Cell Culture
• Cell Based Bioassays
• Differential Scanning
Calorimetry
• 2D Electrophoresis
• HPLC
• Western Blot
GENERAL SKILLS
Interpersonal Skills
Clear and comprehensive listening and communication skills
Ability to tailor communication of highly technical information to the appropriate level for a range of audience types,
from scientists to management.
Organizational Skills
Proven ability to maintain a highly organized workspace
Adept at improving logistics of multi-step processes
Computer Skills
Competent with Windows, Macintosh, Unix, and Linux operating systems
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, and OpenOffice Suite
Knowledge of Gen5, Mind Manager, Softmax Pro, Unicorn, ChemStation and Intuit QuickBooks
Experience using Design Expert, SigmaPlot, Spotfire, JMP, and QS/1 Data Systems software applications
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Research Associate: Home & Personal Care Applications, April 2012 – present
Research Associate: Enzyme Market Development, February 2012 – April 2012
Research Assistant: Enzyme Market Development, March 2011 – February 2012
Research Assistant: Fabric & Household Care: Applications, November 2009 – March 2011
DuPont Industrial Biosciences, Palo Alto, CA (*contracted through Lab Support Nov. 2009 – Mar. 2010)
Protein Purification and method optimization for Defenz® project
Physical biochemistry, protein quantitation by RP-HPLC, colorimetric assays, and N analysis
Enzyme Activity Assays, Enzyme Kinetic Charaterization
Experiment design, planning, and scheduling
Experience as PASS Team representative for F&HC and EMD (i.e. Safety & Health)
Microswatch, Bench-top and full-scale cleaning performance and enzyme dissolution studies for F&HC Applications
Cleaning Applications Method (CAM) documentation and training of China Applications team members
FHC Applications data visualization using Spotfire
Assistant Biologist I (*previous title: Research Associate I), September 2008 – July 2009
Merck, Boulder, CO (*previously Insmed Therapeutic Proteins)
Immunotiter & ELISA Assays analyzing Clinical Serum Samples from Phase I & II Clinical Trials
ELISA Assay Development and Optimization for new protein based drug products and intermediate proteins
SDS-PAGE Gel Electrophoresis; 2D Electrophoresis; Western Blot
Mammalian Tissue Cell Culture; Cell based Bioassays; Octet QK Assays
Diagnostic Assay Specialist, March 2008 – August 2008
Kelly Scientific, Fort Collins, CO (*contracted with Aspen BioPharma)
ELISA Assay analyzing Clinical Serum Samples on-site in Hospital Laboratories for Clinical Trial of Diagnostic Assay
Pharmacy Technician, February 2003 – September 2008
McKesson Automation, Fort Collins, CO; Centre Pharmacy, Fort Collins, CO; SSBMFC Pharmacy, Santa Barbara,CA
Worked in several pharmacy settings as a technician while completing coursework necessary for admission to
Pharmacy School. Subsequently chose to pursue a career in laboratory science.
Nursing Administration Asst., October 2002 – December 2002
Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA
Education Specialist, April 2002 – August 2002
Girls Incorporated, Santa Barbara, CA
Forestry Aide, June 2001 – September 2001
U.S. Forest Service, Santa Barbara, CA