Jose Cordova has over 10 years of experience in biotech research and manufacturing. He currently works as a Research Associate I at Xoma Corporation, where he manages day-to-day lab operations, executes lab processes, and assists with various projects. Previously, he was a Bioprocess Technician at Genentech, where he formulated buffers, followed manufacturing procedures, and assisted with chromatography steps. Cordova has a strong technical background and seeks to continue supporting biotech research and production through applying his skills.

1. Jose R. Cordova
945 Fletcher Lane, 314, Hayward, CA 94544; 510-470-3786(home); 650-307-4053(mobile) josercordova@gmail.com
Objective:To be an essential resource in Biotech/Pharmaceutical research & production consistently adding
value by supporting the discovery of novel therapeutics.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Xoma Corporation – Berkeley, CA Lab Technician II - Research Associate I June 2008 – Present
 Manage day to day operations for several labs
 Execute lab processes (electrophoresis, DNA
extraction/purification, protein purification, lab
protocols, etc.)
 Running Various protein & DNA gels
 Running PCRs
 Protein characterization
 Running minipreps, and midi-mega-giga preps
 Assist with IgG reformatting
 Assist with reformatting/consrtuction of various
vectors
 Optimize various protocols and methods
 Program/run methods on: BioMek FX, EpMotion
5075, KingFisher, BenchPro, & QPix 2
 Run imaging systems: Protein Simple Red
Imager & Bio-Rad ChemiDoc
 Operation of: various incubators, -80°C & -20°C
freezer systems, CO2 systems, vacuum
systems, & Bio(TC)/Fume hoods
 Manage freezer database/inventory
 Performing transient transfections
 Performing endotoxin tests and assays
 Formulate buffers, media, solubilized
antibiotics/other solutions
 Experiment documentation using iLabber
electronic notebook
 Order/inventory supplies, chemicals, equipment,
& tools
 Research new supplies, equipment, & vendors
 Autoclave lab supplies, media, & other materials
 Wash glassware & other lab materials
 Use aseptic technique
 Incorporate/execute new policies, procedures, &
equipment protocols
 Collaboratively reconfiguring/remodeling labs
 Operate plate washers, shakers, stirrers, scales,
incubators, spectrophotometers, glassware
washers, autoclaves, etc.
 Manage of specific department equipment,
department wide calibrations
(scheduling/compliance)
 Coordinate/collaborate with reps, service
contractors, IT, EH&S, Process Development,
Analytical Development, Purchasing, Materials
Management, Calibrations, and Facilities
Engineering
 EH&S representative for group and department
 Health & Wellness representative for group
 Successfully support and deliver on multiple
projects, goals, & deadlines
 Train/supervise interns, temps, & new employees
as needed
 Proactive in continuous cost reduction
 Completed courses in various career development,
EH&S, business software, & automation operation
Genentech – South San Francisco, CA Bioprocess Technician December 2006 – June 2008
 Use, maintain, & test tanks, cans, & filter housings
 Testing of vent, product, & buffer filters
 Use aseptic sampling techniques for QC samples
 Formulate buffers and other solutions
 Use pH/conductivity meters and scales
 Follow manufacturing tickets and SOP's
 Adhere to procedures in clean room environment
 Follow all cGMP's. Maintain 5S criteria and be
proactive towards achieving class A status
 Maintain complete and proper documentation,
including observations, during & after processing
 Coordinate with support groups/departments
 Operate HMI’s for agitators, water batching, skids,
CIP/SIP systems, and fixed/portable tanks
 Assist with chromatography steps from initial
purification through UFDF/bulk filtration
 Maintain and set up/level chromatography skids
 Document daily metrics and ongoing projects
 Operate parts/glassware washers and autoclaves
 Author work orders for repair/maintenance and
safety issues
 Sustain a safe work environment, low
discrepancies, & consistently attain 100%+ clinical
campaign totals
 Achieve 1+ run a week campaigns

2. EDUCATION
Chabot College – Hayward, CA September 2005 – 2010
Received an AA degree.
COMPUTER & TECHNICAL SKILLS
 Strong skills using MS Office, Office 365, One Drive, Databases, Outlook, Oracle, MS Dynamics AX,
iLabber(Electronic Notebooks), internet research tools, Gmail, etc.
 Proficient use of Biotech manufacturing applications like POMS, LIMS, & equipment maintenance software
 Solid experience in both a GMP manufacturing environment as well as a research laboratory environment
 Excellent mechanical/technical aptitude with equipment like power/hand tools, lab automation systems, -
80°C freezer systems, incubators, CO2 systems, Bio hoods, Fume hoods, pumps, water systems, pallet
jacks, various gauges, scales, pH/conductivity/temperature meters, sensors/probes, tanks, automated
systems, skids, control panels, manifolds, including high risk environments with steam, confined space,
high pressure, and critical environment like last production step(product pre-release)
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
 Effectively use my acquired skills and experience to consistently support the discovery and engineering of
antibody therapies for various targets at the preclinical level.
 Ability to create custom solutions in all aspects of R&D support.
 Valuable asset in a dynamic bilingual environment (English/Spanish)
 Self-motivated, team-oriented, problem solver to motivate, train, and collaborate with fellow staff members
 Comprehend/analyze plans, specifications, invoices, SOP's, recipes, BOM's, protocols, & other documents
 Successfully completed online, offsite, and on the job training as well as job specific certification programs
 Supported the commissioning of a new facility expansion in areas of validation and procedures evaluation,
while maintain compliance & continuing processing
 Initiated and executed new lab procedures/rules
 Eliminated all lab infractions & fines resulting from inspections; Implemented procedures to maintain
proper compliance
 Collaborated with EH&S for successful lab audits, chemical inventories, and various inspections
 Successfully collaborated in the complete move of a group/lab from one building to another, including lab
modification
 Consistently meet/exceed personal, department, and company goals
 Successfully oversaw the replacement of an outdated damaged autoclave with a new $45K custom made
autoclave under the max budget and brought online before deadline
References, salary history, and presentation available upon request. www.linkedin.com/in/josecordova