John Cianchetti

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Technical Applications Scientist at Thermo Fisher Scientific (2022-2025)

• Provided technical support for Thermo Fisher Scientific Nalgene and Nunc products by answering customer technical inquiries via phone and e-mail support
• Bridged the gap between several Product Managers and our Technical Support Team through MS Teams meetings, resulting in better understanding of roles and responsibilities
• Troubleshot and followed SOP's for our customer product complaints

Head Greenhouse Grower at Olson Farms / The Garden Factory Inc. (2014-2021)

• Implemented beneficial insect IPM program, reducing chemical pesticide usage by 50%
• Programmed, operated and repaired Priva climate controls, ventilation and irrigation systems
• Negotiated with vendors to lower capital costs and increase quality of hard goods
• Optimized production schedule through daily communication with Production Manager
• Coordinated full-time, seasonal personnel and trained assistant growers

Company Owner at Tenkara Customs (2013-2020)

• Sole proprietor of an Ecommerce business. Purchased, sold and shipped goods
• Provided excellent customer service via e-mail, Zoom, MS Teams, Skype and phone
• Cultivated relationships with international manufacturers
• Managed WordPress/WooCommerce based website, SSL certificates, plugins and SEO

Laboratory and Field Technician at Cornell University (2012-2013 and 1998-2003)

• Provided technical leadership of multiyear USDA and NSF grants for aerobiology research
• Fabricated and piloted UAS for biological research and aerial photography of research plots
• Supported research through DNA extraction, PCR, lyophilization, gel electrophoresis, pH meters, microscopy, data collection and Campbell Scientific weather station calibration and operation
• Maintained fungal, bacterial and insect collections through sterile technique

Research Associate/ Laboratory Manager at Virginia Tech (2007-2012)

• Developed novel operational standards and SOP's for using unmanned aircraft systems in aerobiology research through compliance with FAA guidelines
• Acted as Pilot in Command (PIC) for fixed wing UAS systems
• Obtained FAA Private Pilot Ground School license and complied with FAA regulations including contacting local towers during times of UAS operation
• Worked with contractors for the design and construction of Virginia Tech's paved UAS airfield located at Kentland Farm
• Collaborated with primary investigators from other disciplines and universities to bridge the gap between Plant Pathology and Aerospace Engineering departments
• Directed undergraduate and graduate student research resulting in publications

Research Station Manager/ Seed Lab Manager at Monsanto Company (2004-2007)

• Expanded network of regional landowners resulting in increased field testing opportunities
• Increased safety standards for field researchers through coordination with on-site Safety Officers
• Maintained 100% compliance with USDA/APHIS movement and release guidelines
• Managed seed germplasm collection database and performed routine seed germination tests

B.S. in Plant Breeding and Genetics – Cornell University

A.A.S. in Horticulture – Niagara County Community College

Certificate in Ornamental Horticulture/Greenhouse Management – Niagara County Community College