Clayton Dalkiewicz
Powhatan,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable chemist with a solid foundation in biopharmaceutical assay services. Successfully led numerous large and small molecule assay investigations. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis and laboratory techniques, along with strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Already has experience with method development and validation within Thermo Fisher.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Scientist
Thermo Fisher
09.2024 - Current
- Independently troubleshoots LC/MS instrumentation to maintain and maximize consistent response and retention time.
- Collaborates with R&D to investigate specific problems during sample analysis for ligand binding and small molecule assays.
- Performs method validations, method transfers and analytical testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in a variety of formulations and/or delivery systems.
- Trains new employees on areas of technical expertise and compliance issues relevant to lab setting.
Associate Scientist
Thermo Fisher
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Performed a variety of complex sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantify biopharmacuetecal compounds and biomarkers through a variety of extraction procedures.
- Trained on routine operation, maintenance and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
- Maintained a laboratory notebook and completed all laboratory documentation in clear and accurate language and according to SOP and GLPs.
Assistant Scientist
PPD Development
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed a variety of routine sample preparation and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds in various formulations and/or biological matrices for stability and analytical testing.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Virginia Commonwealth University Chemistry Department
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Helped trouble-shoot various problems with a Wiley-McLaren time-of-flight mass spectrometer (TOF-MS) and reflectron TOF-MS by identifying electrical problems and leaks in the ultra high vacuum chamber.
- Optimized electronics involved in ion signal acquisition from micro-channel plate detectors.
- Analyzed TOF-MS data to study the chemical kinetics and fragmentation pathways of organic molecules.
- Utilized Gaussian16, Qchem, and xTB for a variety of quantum chemical calculations.
- Fine tuned optical equipment to ensure the efficiency and accuracy of pump-probe laser experiments.
Education
B.S. - Chemistry, focus in Biochemistry
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia05.2025
Associates of Science - undefined
John Tyler Community College
Chester, Virginia05.2019
Skills
- Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities concerning biopharmaceutical extractions and LC/MS instrumentation
- GLP compliance
- Fast Learner
- Assay development
- Highly Motivated
- Detail Oriented
Timeline
Scientist
Thermo Fisher
09.2024 - Current
Associate Scientist
Thermo Fisher
01.2023 - 09.2024
Assistant Scientist
PPD Development
07.2022 - 01.2023
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Virginia Commonwealth University Chemistry Department
08.2021 - 07.2022
Associates of Science - undefined
John Tyler Community College
B.S. - Chemistry, focus in Biochemistry
Virginia Commonwealth University
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