SHAMAR THOMAS, MS

• Performs analytical research and development work in the Analytical R&D department.
• Works/assists on method development, method transfers, method verification, and method validation.
• Performs routine release and stability testing in support of clinical development and registration activities required for regulatory submissions.
• Analyzes finished products, in process materials, and raw materials according to assigned specifications.
• Performs dissolutions, BU/CU, assay, impurities, UV, LC, KF titrations.
• Performs data processing using Empower and document per applicable test methods/specifications and protocols.
• Responsible for managing and updating track wise records related to OOS/OOT/atypical results/deviations/investigations.

Employee Resource group (ERG) Lead - Resource for Employees of African Culture & Heritage (REACH)

• Host internal panels and external speakers to discuss topics aligned to our business and culture.
• Promote mentoring programs.
• Organize community outreach activities and making grant recommendations.
• Promote professional development opportunities.
• Represent Catalent at career fairs.

• Developed and validated analytical methods for pharmaceutical products.
• Tested raw materials and finished products for strength, identity, impurities, and dissolution.
• Maintained, troubleshot, and calibrated analytical instrumentation.
• Performed CU/BU, dissolution, Karl Fischer, disintegration, assay, HPLC/UPLC, and other analytical tests.
• Supported process development through routine tasks, sample prep, and data interpretation.
• Conducted chemical and physical stability testing in compliance with SOPs, GMP, GLP, and safety standards.

• Conducted cancer-focused research in the Cellular Engineering Laboratory, performing routine molecular and cellular assays including IHC, western blotting, and ELISA.
• Supervised and trained 10+ undergraduate students, supporting laboratory skill development and project execution.
• Designed, modeled, and evaluated biomedical devices and research tools while contributing to data collection and analysis.
• Performed cell culture, including passaging and maintaining mammalian cells, and gained experience across bacteriology, histology, microscopy, toxicology, and wound-healing techniques.
• Assessed biomaterial compatibility, studied tissue-level pathological responses, and conducted in vivo research relevant to cancer therapies and regenerative strategies.

• Assisted PhD students with biocompatibility studies related to cancer research, focusing on histological and IHC staining of cancerous tissue samples.
• Collected information on alternative tannic acids for cross linking collagen type I in cancer studies.

• Taught laboratory safety and basic lab techniques to 100+ students.
• Delivered presentations, demonstrations, and hands-on support during labs.
• Maintained a clean, organized laboratory environment.
• Participated in weekly prep meetings with the lab coordinator.
• Proctored exams, held office hours, and responded to student inquiries.
• Uphold professionalism and confidentiality when working with students, faculty, and staff.