Responsibilities:  Initiate and maintain quality systems oversight for research projects at LSRI.  Assist research staff with the development of Quality Management Plans, Quality Assurance Project Plans, and Standard Operating Procedures for specific research projects/studies.  Train staff and students in Quality Systems and Good Laboratory Practices.  Conduct laboratory and field Technical Systems Audits to ensure compliance with study protocols and quality system documentation.  Prepare Quality Assurance reports for management.

Biography:  B.S. in Biology (chemistry minor) from the University of Wisconsin-Superior.  M.S. in Toxicology from Iowa State University, specializing in pesticide toxicology.  Experience working  under Good Laboratory Practices in government, industry, and academia.