Bronwill Herringer

Laboratory experience with outstanding analytical, technical skills and knowledge. Over 23 years of working experience in laboratories that provides pathology services and currently working in Clinical Research since 2018, with concepts of GCLP, GCP and IATA guidelines. Performance-driven self-works collaboratively with team members and strives to consistently deliver exceptional work standards.

The objective is to obtain a challenging position in a progressive organisation that will stimulate personal and professional growth opportunities.

Laboratory Manager - Hutchinson Centre Research Institute of South Africa - South Africa

(2022-10)

• Oversee laboratory facilities, including specialized HVAC and electrical systems, generator, and UPS
• Coordinate and oversee regular maintenance and repair and troubleshoot problems with assistance from an off-site facilities company
• Oversee and coordinate equipment maintenance, repairs, purchases, and usage, and troubleshoot equipment that is not performing
• Formally document equipment maintenance, trends, and other parameters to ensure functioning according to GCLP standards
• Oversee and manage the 24-hour on-call system and handle all queries from personnel when laboratory alarms are triggered
• Attend to emergencies 24/7, supported by the lab team
• Coordinate purchase and shipment/receipt of laboratory equipment to ensure the laboratory is always equipped
• Manage installation of new laboratory equipment, overseeing processes such as verification, qualification, and validation
• Monitor and maintain lab space and equipment, ensuring that current laboratory resource needs are met, and future program resource needs are anticipated
• Maintain good working relationships with key service providers that support the laboratory
• Monitor and manage service level agreements compliance by service providers and ensure timely annual agreement renewals
• Head of safety Committee and act as the Fire Marshall to ensure successful fire and evacuation drills

Repository Technician - Hutchinson Centre Research Institute of South Africa - South Africa

(2018-08 - 2022-10)

• Sample management- maintain accurate organization of specimen inventory, maintenance of systems, and data management as per audit requirements
• Create, develop, and review repository-related Standard Operating Procedures
• Procurement of consumables- from obtaining quotations and tracking purchases through to receipt
• Single point of contact for internal staff, external clients, and collaborators for laboratory specimens
• Assists Laboratory Manager with repairs and servicing of lab equipment
• Proficient in Labware and LDMS systems
• Acting lab manager from Oct 20 – Jun 21

Medical Technician - CID Endocrinology Pathcare Laboratory - Cape Town, South Africa

(1995-08 - 2018-07)

• Receiving, Tracking, Processing & Analysis of Blood Samples using various Automated Instrumentation- Beckman DXI; Architect; Kryptor; Beckman Access & Meditech

Part-time - Woolworths Distribution Centre - Montague Gardens, Cape Town

(1994-02 - 1995-07)

Diploma - Chemistry - Pathcare Academy

Matric - Spes Bona High School (1992)