Jay S. Sandler
518 N. Claremont #5 650-520-4307
San Mateo, Ca 94401 jssandler[at]gmail.com
Profile
 Detail oriented and highly organized.
 Methodical approach to assignments and problem solving.
 Unique strengths in written communication.
 Highly creative/ Big-picture strategist.
 Strong work ethic, reliable, amicable.
Volunteer Activities
 Account Manager (November 2009 – February 2010) for Waterfall Mobile, Inc. Conducted lead generation, customer out-reach, product demonstrations, and sales related activities for the AlertU platform.
 Marketing Associate (July – September 2009) for start-up contract research organization. Delivered detailed analysis of pharmaceutical industry, emphasizing domestic and foreign competition, market trends, scale and scope of market players. Conducted competitor analysis of domestic CRO’s.
 Environmental Analyst (January - June 2009) for sustainability consulting start-up, BlueMap, Inc. Researched and promoted energy efficiency and sustainability activities for clients on a contract basis. Edited and contributed to Environmental impact reports, emphasized practical and creative solutions to waste, energy, water, paper, and carbon reduction. Assessment of financial risk assessment targeting a 3 – 5 year ROI. Authored original articles for internet publication ranging from environmental impact reduction techniques, co-generation technology, and developments in the renewable energy sector.
Professional Experience
UC San Francisco San Francisco, CA
Staff Research Associate II September 2002- October 2009
 Managed project focusing on construction, screening, and library development of mutant yeast strain candidates. Successful day-to-day process management balancing multiple inter-related experiments and aspects relating to resources, time, communication, scope and costs assessments with other lab members.
 Demonstrated consistent technical expertise and reliable outcomes with laboratory equipment, software, and microbiology lab techniques including: mini preps, enzymatic digestions, cloning, protein purification, antibody purification, immunoprecipitation, genetic knockouts and transformations, cell culturing, microscopy, antibody tagging, PCR, electrophoresis, primer design, microfluidics, spotted expression array manufacturing, preparation, and scanning.
 Frequently demonstrated high proficiency with technology, including: Excel, FileMaker Pro, Gene Strider (primer construction). Additional experience with PYTHON, PERL, and Java scripting.
 Successfully employed analytical and teamwork skills in an environment requiring independence and self-motivation.
 Supervised and trained lab members on project-specific tasks with high regard for success, efficiency, and team development.
Perlegen Sciences Mountain View, CA
Research Associate I March 2001- September 2002
 Successfully scaled up equipment, methods, and protocols in order to quadruple output of genome-scanning assays in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
 Collaborated effectively with other departments to measure production flow rates of laboratory procedures, looking at activity, variability, bottle-necks, and opportunities for optimization.
 Conducted laboratory techniques supporting SNP discovery and high-throughput genome sequencing including the Affymetrix genechip platform and whole-wafer prepping, scanning, and troubleshooting.
Amgen, Inc. Thousand Oaks, CA
Research Associate I August 1999- March 2001
 Lead a 5-person inter-departmental team as project manager to develop a statistical trending tool for tracking experimental results via control charts.
 Researched internal market to develop parameters to gauge the compatibility of software packages throughout different functional areas including IT, Statistics, Clinical, and Quality departments.
 Deployed final product throughout the Quality Analytical department including product presentation, follow-up and training of employees.
 Conducted GLP microbiology procedures to support quality testing of clinical trial and in-pipeline products emphasizing adherence to SOPs and mandated quality standards.
Awards/ Accomplishments
 Pacific Energy Center, Spring 2009 Energy Efficiency Seminars:
- Basics of Photovoltaic (PV) Systems for Grid-Tied Applications
- Understanding Financial Analysis Methods for Photovoltaic (PV) Systems.
 American Marketing Association competition, Northern California participating MBA programs, 2007. First place awarded for a 5-page original researched position paper nominating Sun Microsystems’ energy efficiency efforts for the “Global Image Leader†category.
 Honorable Mention, USF Internal Business Plan Competition, developed and presented original business proposal, following university guidelines, to 5-person judging panel including university professors and local VC’s.
 Relevant MBA course work, providing in-depth exposure to each of the following 2004- 2008: Marketing Management and Implementation, Advertising and Promotional Strategy, Project Management, Finance, Operations Management and Information Systems, Leadership and Team Dynamics.
Education
University of San Francisco, Masagung Graduate School of Management
Master of Business Administration , emphasis in Marketing and Entrepreneurship 2008
University of California, Davis
Bachelor of Science, Biotechnology 1999
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