Sonja Smith

Background

About Sonja Smith

Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Accredited Responsible Vendor of Dispensary Agent Training. 15 years of management and training experience in specialized research and instructional labs. Expert knowledge of laboratory regulations, standard and highly specialized lab protocols, and specialized instrument operation and maintenance. Direct and manage cell biology histology lab for the Dept. of Orthopaedics and Rehabilition at the University of Iowa. Skilled with orthopaedic histology techniques on many animal and human models of arthritis and arthrofibrosis. Proficient in monitoring research budgets and grant/general ledger reconciliation. Extensive skills in diverse computer applications including Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Access), various specific scientific software, image analysis software, and computer graphing utilities. Expert in execution of immunology and molecular biology research techniques and verifying validity of protocols and data. Mentor to undergraduate students of all levels, undergraduate through post-graduate. Strong written and oral communication skills, including preparation of manuscripts for publication, grant preparation, and public speaking. Working proficiency in program administration. Adept at mouse colony management.