Jessica Billings
Ringwood North
Summary
Results-driven scientific researcher and a recent PhD graduate with proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organisational needs.
Skilled in both verbal and written communication, I thrive in collaborative environments, driving projects to successful completion. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project/Laboratory Manager – Atomic Pathology Labo
The Florey Institute
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Drafting and record keeping of SOPs, risk assessments, ethics reports.
- Contributed to the publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing expertise in various topics.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.
- Utilized statistical software for data analysis, generating accurate insights into complex datasets.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Provided scheduled maintenance for sensitive equipment.
- Oversaw inventory management for chemicals, reagents, biological samples and waste and, optimizing stock levels for the laboratory.
- Provided technical training to existing employees and students to maximize team agility and performance.
- Supported grant writing efforts, securing essential funding for groundbreaking research projects.
- Conducted extensive literature reviews to support ongoing research projects, significantly expanding team's knowledge base.
Drug Trial Coordinator – Oxidation Biology Lab/Pra
The Florey Institute
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Performing a wide range of animal experiments for preclinical trials including surgery (intracerebral injections, microdialysis probes/cannulations), behavioural experiments (motor/cognitive behavior), drug delivery (oral gavage, subcutaneous and intraperitoneal injections, drug monitoring), and tissue harvesting (perfusions, transcardial blood collection).
- Executing various laboratory-based experiments using a wide range of tissue/biofluid samples for western blotting, quantitative PCR (genotyping/relative expression) and standard PCR, microplate based assays (ELISAs, fluorometric), and analyical based techniques (HPLC, AAMS).
- Performing histological experiments, including tissue preparation, microtome, and cytosectioning, staining with standard diagnostic staining and with antibodies specific stains (DAB chromogenic/immunofluorescence histology).
- Quantitative and qualitative histological assessment of tissues, confocal, stereological assessment of pathologies within animal and human tissue.
- Produced and entered data, generated trial reports, and produced tracking documents
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organised documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organised materials to support trial operations.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
- Prioritised and managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all met their deadlines and objectives without compromising quality.
- Organised and maintained project documentation, enabling quick access to important information and facilitating smoother project transitions.
- Improved project outcomes with meticulous attention to detail in planning phases, ensuring all requirements were met ahead of deadlines.
- Enhanced team communication by implementing weekly coordination meetings and detailed project update emails.
- Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
- Trained team members on specific techniques required for the trial process.
Research Assistant – Oxidation Biology Lab
Mental Health Research Institute
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Organised research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Contributed to the publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing expertise in various topics.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.
- Performing standard laboratory experiments; westernblotting, histology, animal experimentation (drug delivery, monitoring, behavioural tasks, tissue collection), qPCR/PCR, microplate assays and microscope imaging.
- Utilised statistical software for data analysis, generating accurate insights into complex datasets.
- Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
- Enhanced research accuracy by meticulously organising and analysing data sets.
- Analysed complex data sets to uncover critical insights, driving direction of research projects.
- Conducted extensive literature reviews to support ongoing research projects, significantly expanding team's knowledge base.
- Supported grant writing efforts, securing essential funding for groundbreaking research projects.
- Recorded and analysed data to produce reports of results.
- Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
- Trained and supervised junior staff and students in laboratory protocols.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Recorded and analysed data to produce reports of results.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Research Assistant – Genetics Epidemiological Lab
University of Melbourne
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Performing genomic based experiments including DNA extraction, standard and qPCR (Genotyping/relative fold expression).
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
- Analyzed complex data sets to uncover critical insights, driving direction of research projects.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
- Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Education
Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC12-2024
Master of Science - Neuroscience
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC12-2008
Bachelor of Science - Honours
University of Melbourne
Parkville, VIC12-2005
Skills
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Project management
- Documentation and reporting
- Scientific writing
- Data analysis
- Laboratory techniques
- Research methods
- Experiment design
- Drug discovery
- Analytical thinking
- Laboratory studies
Certification
- Project management course Victorian Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VECCI) 2010
- Business basics for bioscientists (MBA in a day), University of Melbourne (2010)
Timeline
Project/Laboratory Manager – Atomic Pathology Labo
The Florey Institute
01.2018 - 12.2019
Drug Trial Coordinator – Oxidation Biology Lab/Pra
The Florey Institute
01.2013 - 01.2018
Research Assistant – Oxidation Biology Lab
Mental Health Research Institute
01.2008 - 01.2013
Research Assistant – Genetics Epidemiological Lab
University of Melbourne
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Project management course Victorian Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VECCI) 2010
- Business basics for bioscientists (MBA in a day), University of Melbourne (2010)
Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences
University of Melbourne
Master of Science - Neuroscience
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Science - Honours
University of Melbourne
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