Sol Jin
Carlsbad
Summary
Innovative R&D Assistant with a robust background in molecular biology and plant biotechnology. Proven track record in conducting experiments, implementing quality management systems, and driving project success in startup settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
R&D Assistant/ Quality Specialist
LuminoDx Inc.
San Diego
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted clinical sample processing on RNA isolation and RT-PCR.
- Facilitated CLIA, CAP, CDPH, and Out-of-State Clinical Laboratory Certification in a startup environment.
- Facilitated the implementation of the Quality Management System.
R&D Assistant/ QA Associate
BioFluidica Inc.
San Diego
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Initiated the standardization of processes for repeatable results.
- Conducted optimization experiments for fetal cell isolation.
- Facilitated the implementation of the Quality Management System in a startup environment.
- Drafted and collaborated to finalize the documentation needed for the commercialization and development of the medical device, LiquidScan.
- Facilitated and consulted on international regulations for electronic devices.
Quality Assurance Associate
ScienCell Research Laboratories
Carlsbad
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Facilitated ISO 9001 certification and implementation of the Quality Management System for nine different departments.
Project Coordinator
Elite Open School
Irvine
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Facilitated project preparation, launching, and closing in a start up environment.
- Main project evolved around the launching of EEI Creative Arts school.
Data Integrity Intern
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
La Verne
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted internal surveys and interviews to identify root causes of quality issues.
- Determined new methods to enhance data integrity across operations.
- Gained exposure to Gilead Sciences' globally recognized Quality Management System.
- Learned effective strategies for promoting adherence to high-quality standards among employees.
Lab Technician
Pathnostics
Irvine
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Processed patient samples for infectious disease and cancer diagnostics at a CLIA/CAP certified laboratory.
- Worked in compliance with strict regulations and company standards for daily operations.
Research Intern
Mayo Clinic
Rochester
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Developed a novel hypothesis and won Gold Medal in Mayo Clinic’s IMPACT competition to receive scholarship
and the opportunity to test the hypothesis at Dr. Tim Nelson’s HLHS lab. - Observed the effect of the pharmaceutical opening of mitochondrial permeability transition pore (mPTP) in
human iPSCs during cardiac differentiation. - Extracted RNA and DNA and collected data using qRT-PCR and flow-cytometry.
- Analyzed data with mentors to complete an oral presentation and poster symposium
Research Intern
Horticultural Research Center
Excelsior
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Researched, germinated, propagated, and restored an endangered plant species, Polemonium occidentale ssp.
lacustre, as a personal summer project for ex-situ conservation. - Compared and determined the viability and plant phenology of two different populations when grown in soil with
different pH levels
Education
Master of Arts - Business
Westcliff University
Irvine, CA05-2027
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA05-2021
Master of Science - General Biology
Crown College
MN05-2013
Skills
- Transplanting seedlings
- Molecular biology methods
- Plant biotechnology methods
- Clinical research
- Data analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality management
Timeline
R&D Assistant/ Quality Specialist
LuminoDx Inc.
04.2024 - Current
R&D Assistant/ QA Associate
BioFluidica Inc.
10.2023 - 04.2024
Quality Assurance Associate
ScienCell Research Laboratories
07.2021 - 07.2022
Data Integrity Intern
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
09.2020 - 05.2021
Project Coordinator
Elite Open School
01.2020 - 06.2021
Lab Technician
Pathnostics
06.2017 - 07.2019
Research Intern
Mayo Clinic
05.2016 - 08.2016
Research Intern
Horticultural Research Center
05.2015 - 08.2015
Master of Arts - Business
Westcliff University
Master of Science - Biotechnology
Azusa Pacific University
Master of Science - General Biology
Crown College