Inmaculada Garrido Santos

Ambitious biochemist passionate about the application of bioinformatics and biostatistics in biomolecular research. With a background in biological data analysis and experience in research laboratories, I seek to integrate my technical skills and enthusiasm for science in an environment that fosters discovery and innovation.

Laboratory Technician R&D – Iberhospitex S.A. (Lliça de Vall, Spain)

  03.2022 – Nowadays

• Conducted comprehensive biostatistical analyses on physico-chemical data from product studies to identify anomalies and deviations.
• Developed and reviewed procedures and instructions within the quality and R&D department to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provided essential support to the quality/R&D department by conducting laboratory test measurements.
• Produced clear and insightful reports, visualizations, and presentations to effectively communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Utilized advanced instrumental techniques, including computed tomography, UV-Vis spectroscopy or liquid chromatography (HPLC) to perform precise and reliable analyses.
• Ensure the cleanliness, maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, upholding the highest standards of accuracy and safety in the laboratory environment.
• Actively participated in the development of new medical devices, collaborating with cross-functional teams to contribute valuable insight and technical expertise. 

Quality Control Technician – Laboratori Effe srl (Spoleto, Italy)

01.2021 – 05.2021

• Analysed all types of cosmetics to ensure their stability in a physicochemical and microbiological way, resolving any unforeseen issues.
• Collaborated with R&D teams to monitor and analyze final product samples, contributing to the successful introduction of novel cosmetic product lines.
• Devised and implemented an efficient data and sample management system that optimized laboratory organization and streamlined workflows.
• Pioneered the establishment of a comprehensive stock and quality control registry for raw materials, leading to significant cost reductions for the company.

Laboratory Technician – Instituto Universitario de Biomarcadores de Patologías Metabólicas (Cáceres, Spain)

02.2020 – 03.2020

• Conducted comprehensive reviews of scientific literature to establish the foundational knowledge of pancreatic stellate cells, facilitating the design and implementation of research projects.
• Managed daily cell culture activities, including media changes, cell passage, and stimulation, to maintain and expand primary cultures required for experimentation.
• Utilized cell viability assays to assess growth patterns on stimulated plates, enabling the identification of inhibitory or stimulatory effects on cell proliferation.
• Applied electrotransfer techniques, specifically Western Blot, to ascertain the presence of the protein of interest in stimulated cells. This involved gel preparation, electrophoresis, transfer, antibody-based blocking, and subsequent analysis.
• Executed cell lysate preparation and protein quantification processes, utilizing methods such as the Bradford assay, to quantify the target protein's expression levels in stimulated cells throughout the experimental timeline.

Master’s degree in Bioinformatics and Biostatistics – Universidad Oberta de Catalunya

09.2022 – 05.2024

Degree in Biochemistry – Universidad de Extremadura

09.2016 – 07.2021