Linda McGahen is applying for the position of Senior Scientist - Analytical Chemistry. She has over 20 years of experience in mass spectrometry, chromatography, and developing, optimizing, validating, and transferring analytical methods and assays. She is skilled in project planning and management, adhering to regulatory guidelines, and producing innovative experimental results. Her background includes experience with polymers, drugs, proteins, peptides, and stability testing.

1. LINDA MCGAHEN, PHD linda.mcgahen@gmail.com
994 La Mesa Terrace #G, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 (408) 480-2114
June 9, 2015
Re: Sr. Scientist – Analytical Chemistry
Dear Hiring Manager:
If you are seeking a highly experienced Scientist with expertise in mass spectrometry,
chromatography, data interpretation, data processing and clear, insightful analysis, what I offer will
be of interest.
A dynamic leader, I employ my knowledge of current trends and the latest technology to
consistently fulfill corporate objectives. I strengthen the relationship between corporate staff and
scientific personnel to enhance collaboration, and adhere to GMPs, cGMPS and ICH guidelines.
By combining solid project planning and management or laboratory performance, depending on
the area I’m addressing, with astute observations, out-of-the box thinking, intuition and innovation, I
produce breakthrough experimental results that lead to more successful products.
I am known as technologically savvy, fun to work with and dedicated, with an impeccable work
ethic and commitment to continued learning that has led to substantial growth for my companies.
My career has been marked with much success, but those applying directly to your job
requirements include:
• EXPERIENCE WITH POLYMERS & DRUGS: Worked on liposomal (polymer)
formulations of doxorubicin and other drugs; have some experience with proteins /
peptides
• MASS SPECTROMETRY OF PROTEINS / PEPTIDES for post-translation modification
• ASSAYS: Developed, optimized, validated & transferred analytical assays for drugs,
degradation products or metabolite(s) in drug product or in biological samples for clinical
trials
• TRANSFERRED METHODS TO QC or CONTRACT LABS
• STABILITY: Created stability test protocols; did stability data analysis (trending,
specification and shelf-life determination)
• IDENTIFICATION OF UNKNOWNS: Purified and identified degradation products
• REFERENCE STANDARDS: Had reference standards prepared for newly identified
compounds (degradation products)
• WRITTEN HIGH QUALITY REPORTS; SUBMITTED TO REGULATORY AUTHORITIES
My enclosed resume will give you a detailed overview of my background and experience. I
believe that what I offer would meet your needs and I’d welcome a phone call to discuss the
possibilities.
Sincerely,
Linda McGahen, PhD
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