Suren Zatikyan
Burbank
Summary
Knowledgeable Laboratory Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in process optimization, quality control, and regulatory compliance. Excel at team leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring smooth laboratory operations and successful project outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Microbiological Laboratory Manager
WePackItAll
Irwindale
04.2010 - Current
- Developed standard operating procedures for safe lab practices.
- Created reports summarizing experimental results for management review.
- Evaluated test results and determined appropriate corrective action when needed.
- Established and managed quality control program covering laboratory activities.
- Ensured that all regulatory standards were met during laboratory operations.
- Maintained detailed records and completed regular reports for operations, accounting and human resources needs.
- Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the lab, including staffing and scheduling of personnel.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Managed and maintained laboratory equipment, including calibrations, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
- Maintained records of all test methods used in the laboratory environment.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Biology Student Laboratory Teaching Assistant
CSUN
Northridge
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Inspected lab equipment regularly to ensure functionality before each session.
- Assisted instructors in preparing and setting up laboratory experiments for students.
- Prepared solutions, reagents, and other materials needed for laboratory activities.
- Maintained records of all laboratory activities and results.
- Informed students of procedures for completing and submitting class work.
- Provided guidance on data collection, analysis, and interpretation techniques.
- Instructed students on safety protocols and procedures in the laboratory environment.
- Assisted in creating a positive learning environment for all students.
- Answered questions from students regarding concepts covered in lab exercises.
Education
Master of Science - Microbiology
CSUN
Northridge, CA05-2021
Skills
- Standard operating procedures
- Quality control
- Regulatory compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Laboratory inventory
- Safety protocols
- Problem solving
- Project management
- Employee training
- Data analysis
- Environmental monitoring
Affiliations
- I am a father of two young boys. I love to play soccer and chess.
Languages
English
Professional
Armenian
Professional
Russian
Professional
Accomplishments
Co-authored
Transplantation of Human Neural Progenitor Cells Reveals Structural and Functional Improvements in the Spastic Han-Wistar Rat Model of Ataxia
Certification
- Quality Improvement Associate
- Training Certificate of Solaris Next Generation Rapid Microbiology System
Timeline
Biology Student Laboratory Teaching Assistant
CSUN
09.2019 - 12.2019
Microbiological Laboratory Manager
WePackItAll
04.2010 - Current
Master of Science - Microbiology
CSUN
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