Colin Finerty
Windsor
Summary
Energetic and compassionate individual with excellent communication and teamwork skills. Possesses solid understanding of scientific writing, communication, and critical evaluation of scientific articles. Aims to make meaningful difference through dedicated service and collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Specialist
Jamieson Laboratories
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Developed unique formulations to satisfy Marketing requests for new nutraceutical products to fill brand category niches based on Government of Canada monographs and clinical research review of ingredients for claim substantiation.
- Work collaboratively with members of the R&R, PMO, QC and Marketing teams, as well as External Vendors to meet deadlines for important stage gates for new projects.
- Developed comprehensive research reports and presentations, providing actionable insights directly to the CSO and other Science & Technology Leadership.
Microbiology Laboratory Technician
Jamieson Laboratories
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted in the identification and characterization of microorganisms and biochemicals through advanced microscopic testing techniques.
- Increased lab safety by enforcing proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and optimize lab operations for successful project completion.
- Provided comprehensive documentation of all laboratory activities, ensuring clear communication with colleagues and supervisors regarding test progress and results.
Research Associate
University of Windsor
09.2017 - 10.2020
- Developed the hypothesis and experimental design for my M.Sc. thesis.
- Presented research findings at academic conferences to share knowledge and foster discussions within the community.
- Conducted literature reviews by analyzing peer-reviewed articles and synthesizing relevant findings.
- Analyzed experimental data with statistical software to identify trends and insights.
- Performed and optimized multiple laboratory protocols to analyze genetic and endocrine plasticity of my study species (i.e., qRT-PCR, RNA & DNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, ELISA, gel electrophoresis).
- Wrote multiple government grants and proposals for funding.
Graduate Assistant
University of Windsor
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Developed introductory and practical application teaching lessons for weekly lab sessions.
- Provided hands-on and theoretical application demonstrations of important lab procedures and techniques (i.e., PCR, competent cell production, DNA extraction, bacterial culturing, etc.)
- Produced evaluation material for examinations.
- Ensured adherence to WHMIS and MSDS when working with harmful chemicals.
Quality Assurance Associate
Catalent Pharma Solutions
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Conduct analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, finished goods, or stability samples.
- Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.
- Initiate out-of-specification and failure investigations as well as recommend corrective actions.
- Write technical reports or documentation such as deviation reports and testing protocols.
- Coordinate with all departments to prevent contamination of products or errors in manufacturing.
- Ensured all departments adherence to WHMIS and MSDS specifications for handling potentially hazardous materials.
Quality Assurance Auditor
Catalent Pharma Solutions
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Audit completed documents from all production departments.
- Write reports about deviations from SOP for documentation or manufacturing procedures.
- Coordinate with other departments to resolve deviations in a timely manor.
Education
Master of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON05.2020
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biological Sciences
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON06.2015
Skills
- Scientific writing & presenting aptitude
- Problem-solving
- Organized and efficient
- Team collaboration
- Software proficiency (Microsoft Office, R, JMP)
Presentations
- Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology, Poster, 01/03/18
- Canadian Conference for Fisheries Research, Oral, 01/03/19
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Certification
- Ontario Class G Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Research Specialist
Jamieson Laboratories
01.2022 - 02.2025
Microbiology Laboratory Technician
Jamieson Laboratories
11.2021 - 12.2022
Research Associate
University of Windsor
09.2017 - 10.2020
Graduate Assistant
University of Windsor
09.2017 - 04.2019
Quality Assurance Auditor
Catalent Pharma Solutions
09.2016 - 12.2016
Quality Assurance Associate
Catalent Pharma Solutions
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Ontario Class G Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
Master of Science - Biological Sciences
University of Windsor
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biological Sciences
University of Windsor
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