William Forbes

Dedicated professionals with proven track record in laboratory settings, specializing in data analysis, COVID testing, and sample preparation. Capable of conducting comprehensive research projects and implementing effective water quality testing and treatment protocols. Proficient in analyzing data, identifying trends, and developing solutions to improve water safety and quality standards.

I am skilled in laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and regulatory compliance. Strong communicators are adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives and uphold industry standards.

Lab Technician (Contingent/Part-time) - Sansum Diabetes Research Institute

(2026-02)

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain biochemistry analyzers and other analytical instruments according to manufacturer and laboratory protocols.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality checks on lab equipment.
• Prepare and process blood and urine samples for analysis following established protocols.
• Utilize and maintain a range of laboratory equipment, including centrifuges of various capacities, ultra-low temperature freezers, point-of-care instruments, and other analytical devices.
• Accurately record and report data, maintaining detailed logs of calibration, maintenance, and quality control activities.
• Always adhere to laboratory safety protocols and infection control procedures.
• Assist with general laboratory operations, including supply inventory and reagent preparation.
• Support ongoing validation, verification, and quality assurance activities as directed.

Laboratory Technician - New Rise Renewables Reno LLC

(2025-12 - 2025-12)

Lay off due to operational & financial cutbacks

• Conducting laboratory tests and experiments as directed.
• Maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment
• Ensuring all laboratory tests are performed in compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Documenting and analyzing laboratory test results and reporting findings to the laboratory manager.
• Calibrating laboratory instruments to ensure precise measurements and reliable results under the supervision of the laboratory manager.
• Perform regular cleaning and sterilization of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and safety in all experiments under the supervision of the laboratory manager.
• Perform other tasks as assigned or required to support the laboratory operations.

Clinical Technician - Specialty Care

(2025-03 - 2025-12)

• Provided patient care through Autotransfusion and other patient care services for cardiac and non-cardiac surgical procedures.
• Collects and reports quality improvement as data requested.
• Electronic Physiological monitoring

Laboratory Technician - Monogram

(2021 - 2023)

• Enhanced data sheets by analyzing and scrutinizing COVID neutralizing antibody data.
• Maintained currency with COVID virus and variant developments, while updating data sheets. Conducted thorough analysis of COVID neutralizing antibody data and revised data sheets, accordingly, staying abreast of virus and variant advancements.
• Demonstrated capacity to process large volumes of data within stringent timeframes.

Molecular Laboratory Technologist Trainee - LabCorp

(2020 - 2021)

• Streamlined COVID Test sample preparation process, ensuring precise aliquoting.
• Collaborated with PPA to optimize sample preparation for analysis.
• Operated various machines, including KingFischers, Hamilton's Cobas, and PPA.
• Acknowledged for exceptional consistency and accuracy in handling critical samples with minimal margin for error, particularly in situations of limited sample availability.
• Versatile team member designated as floater, adeptly fulfilling diverse operational needs in laboratory environment.

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry - California State University Chico (2019)

Coursework in Economics - Butte College (2014)