Shannon D'Ambrosio Resume
Shannon M. D’Ambrosio
925 Antelope Way, Las Vegas, N.V. 89145
Cell:------------
Email: shannon.DA------------
EDUCATION:
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA FEPAC Accredited (Fall 2006-Spring 2010)
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science, Concentration in Forensic Chemistry
Graduation Date: May 2010, GPA from VCU: 3.74 Magna Cum Laude
Arcadia University Glenside, PA (Fall 2005-Spring 2006)
RELEVANT COURSES:
Forensic Science and Chemistry:
General Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Quantitative Analysis
Physical Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Instrumental Analysis
Crime Scene Investigation
Forensic Microscopy
Forensic Medicine
Forensic Toxicology
Forensic Chemistry
Forensic Anthropology
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Laboratory Equipment:
Compact microscope
Comparison microscope
Stereo microscope
Fluorescence
LCMS
UV-Vis
ICP-OES
GC-MS
FTIR
HPLC
Potentiostat
Calcium ISE
pH Electrode
UV-Light
Laboratory Procedures:
Chemistry:
TLC
Titrations
Organic Synthesis
Liquid Organic Extractions
Cyclic Voltammetry
Solid Phase Extractions
Computer Skills:
Horizon Laboratory Information Management System
Electronic Content Management (ECM) System
Forensic Advantage Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
WinACE Laboratory Evidence Retrieval System
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE:
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, Las Vegas, NV (07/15/13-05/28/14): Forensic Scientist-Forensic Scientist Trainee in the Toxicology Unit of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Forensic Laboratory. Performed drug screening analysis on urine using the Enzyme Multiplied Immunoassay Technique (EMIT). Performed maintenance on EMIT instrumentation. Helped revise and rewrite the standard operating procedure for the drug analysis of urine using EMIT. Helped input older casework data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and continued to input current casework data within LIMS. Helped with the transition of the EMIT instrumentation from manual data input to LIMS data input and output. Installed and programmed Artel Pipette Tracker to enable the Artel Pipette Calibration System to Transition between manual data input and computer data input and output. Properly prepared, maintained, and organized physical and digital documentation respectively. Ordered laboratory supplies and maintained an inventory of supplies. Performed maintenance and calibrations on laboratory equipment. Prepared Quality Controls and Solutions. Maintained laboratory safety and cleanliness. Maintained the proper chain of custody while handling all samples and forensic casework.
Atlantic Cape Community College, Cape May, NJ (09/04/12-12/21/12): Adjunct Professor. Taught Introduction to Forensic Science: Chemistry 102. Prepared lesson plans and laboratory experiments. Prepared and graded quizzes, exams, and assignments. Introduced students to the scientific principles used in forensic science. Discussed topics including, but not limited to, the importance of properly preserving evidence and the importance of maintaining crime scene security. Performed laboratory experiments directly related to analysis performed in the various fields of forensic science including, but not limited to, drug analysis, blood spatter analysis, fingerprint analysis, and footprint analysis. Taught and maintained laboratory safety and cleanliness.
National Medical Services, Willow Grove, PA(01/11/11- 07/11/12): Laboratory Support Specialist I. Performed liquid/liquid organic extractions and solid phase extractions on various bodily fluids and tissues in order to prepare forensic, clinical, and research samples for drug analysis using Liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LCMS). Performed maintenance on LCMS instrumentation. Assisted in the validation of new quality controls (QC), standards, and standard operating procedures. Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment. Prepared and validated reagents, standards, and internal standards. Maintained laboratory safety and cleanliness. Maintained the proper chain of custody while handling forensic, clinical, and research samples.
Mob Museum, National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, Las Vegas, NV (01/18/18-06/29/19): Crime Laboratory Coordinator of the Crime Laboratory Exhibit. Coordinated the maintenance and daily operations of the Crime Laboratory Exhibit. Educated and re-educated the general public on topics including- but not limited to- forensic science, death investigation, crime scene investigation, and criminal law. Facilitated hands on activities with the general public that included such subjects as forensic autopsy, DNA analysis, fingerprint analysis, trace analysis, forensic anthropology, and ballistics. Educated the public on the history of forensic science and organized crime respectively. Educated the public on the role of forensic science and law enforcement in dismantling organized crime. Helped establish standard operating procedures for the Crime Laboratory Exhibit. Trained Mob Museum Educators on the various subjects presented within the exhibit; the activities held within the exhibit; and the daily maintenance and operations of the exhibit. Reported and/or documented any content errors, possible improvements to the exhibit, and broken fixtures within the exhibit. Maintained a clean and organized workspace. Facilitated crowd control while implementing time management.
Insomniac Events, Beverly Hills, CA (11/04/16- Present): Team Lead, Ground Control Personnel at a production event company. Functions as a first responder for event staff and guests. Acts as communication liaison among event staff, headliners, security, emergency, and medical services. Uses a two-way radio to communicate information in emergency and non-emergency situations. Ensures the general health and safety of event goers and staff by supplying water and alerting the correct personnel of any medical emergency, safety hazard, altercation, and/or violence. Assists guests with any question or concerns and directs them to the correct areas and/or personnel. General duties include- but are not limited to- reporting any activity of note; scanning for any illegal activity; identifying any person who may need help; writing reports; and assisting guests who are intoxicated, dehydrated, lost, hurt, disoriented, unconscious, and/or unresponsive. Maintains a clean and safe work environment. Maintains customer relations and loss prevention.
Aftermath, Las Vegas NV (07/30/14- 06/30/2015): Supervisor and Field Technician for the Las Vegas Response Team. Responded to crime scenes, general death scenes, and accident scenes including-but not limited to-homicides, suicides, unattended deaths, and hoarding; and performed biohazard remediation and decontamination at such scenes. Performed all necessary duties assigned to a supervisor.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE CONTINUED (2001 to Present):
Bassetti Photography, Buena, NJ (10/07/16-07/29/17): Photographer’s Assistant, Secretary
Giant Sunglasses and Gifts, Las Vegas, NV (08/01/17-12/15/17): Store Manager, Key Holder
R+D Hipster Emporium, Las Vegas, NV (02/05/16-07/25/16): Sales Associate, Key Holder
Nectar Bath Treats, Las Vegas, NV (03/02/15-04/23/16): Sales Associate, Cashier, Key Holder
Marshall Retail Group, Las Vegas, NV (04/02/15-10/28/15): Sales Associate and Cashier
King’s Dominion, Doswell, VA (02/01/2009-10/14/2009): Games Associate.
Gene’s Farm and Garden Center, Mayslanding, NJ (05/01/2001-06/21/13): Sales Associate, Cashier, and greenhouse worker.
General Duties: General Duties for each position included- but were not limited to- performing financial
transactions with the public, maintaining the sales floor,keeping the store cleaned and stocked, placing orders,
answering telephone calls, and repairing merchandise. Updated and maintained websites. Calibrated
equipment. Processed orders and payments. Set up, broke down, and loaded equipment and backgrounds.
Maintained loss prevention. Maintained and supported customer relations. Built Clientele.
COURSE PROJECT/RESEARCH:
Department of Forensic Science, VCU, Richmond VA, Fall 2009
Participated in an independent study with Dr. Michelle Peace to help determine whether or not it was
necessary to incorporate preceptorships into the Department of Forensic Science at Virginia Commonwealth
University
Served as Preceptor for Crime and Science
Managed and Documented Student Performance and Proficiency
Gave Presentations
Held Review Sessions
Created Test Formats
Proctored Tests
Refined Course Materials
HONORS & ACTIVITIES:
Arcadia University and Virginia Commonwealth University
Dean’s List, Fall 2005-Spring 2006
Student Programming Board, Spring 2006
Dean’s List, Fall 2006-Summer 2007, Spring 2008-Spring 2009
National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Fall 2006-Present
Virginia Commonwealth University Honors Council, Fall 2006-Fall 2009
Swing Dance Club, Spring 2007-Fall 2009
Forensic Science Student Club, Fall 2006-Fall 2009
Shannon M. D’Ambrosio
925 Antelope Way, Las Vegas, N.V. 89145
Cell:------------
Email: shannon.DA------------
EDUCATION:
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA FEPAC Accredited (Fall 2006-Spring 2010)
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science, Concentration in Forensic Chemistry
Graduation Date: May 2010, GPA from VCU: 3.74 Magna Cum Laude
Arcadia University Glenside, PA (Fall 2005-Spring 2006)
RELEVANT COURSES:
Forensic Science and Chemistry:
General Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Quantitative Analysis
Physical Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Instrumental Analysis
Crime Scene Investigation
Forensic Microscopy
Forensic Medicine
Forensic Toxicology
Forensic Chemistry
Forensic Anthropology
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Laboratory Equipment:
Compact microscope
Comparison microscope
Stereo microscope
Fluorescence
LCMS
UV-Vis
ICP-OES
GC-MS
FTIR
HPLC
Potentiostat
Calcium ISE
pH Electrode
UV-Light
Laboratory Procedures:
Chemistry:
TLC
Titrations
Organic Synthesis
Liquid Organic Extractions
Cyclic Voltammetry
Solid Phase Extractions
Computer Skills:
Horizon Laboratory Information Management System
Electronic Content Management (ECM) System
Forensic Advantage Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
WinACE Laboratory Evidence Retrieval System
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE:
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, Las Vegas, NV (07/15/13-05/28/14): Forensic Scientist-Forensic Scientist Trainee in the Toxicology Unit of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Forensic Laboratory. Performed drug screening analysis on urine using the Enzyme Multiplied Immunoassay Technique (EMIT). Performed maintenance on EMIT instrumentation. Helped revise and rewrite the standard operating procedure for the drug analysis of urine using EMIT. Helped input older casework data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and continued to input current casework data within LIMS. Helped with the transition of the EMIT instrumentation from manual data input to LIMS data input and output. Installed and programmed Artel Pipette Tracker to enable the Artel Pipette Calibration System to Transition between manual data input and computer data input and output. Properly prepared, maintained, and organized physical and digital documentation respectively. Ordered laboratory supplies and maintained an inventory of supplies. Performed maintenance and calibrations on laboratory equipment. Prepared Quality Controls and Solutions. Maintained laboratory safety and cleanliness. Maintained the proper chain of custody while handling all samples and forensic casework.
Atlantic Cape Community College, Cape May, NJ (09/04/12-12/21/12): Adjunct Professor. Taught Introduction to Forensic Science: Chemistry 102. Prepared lesson plans and laboratory experiments. Prepared and graded quizzes, exams, and assignments. Introduced students to the scientific principles used in forensic science. Discussed topics including, but not limited to, the importance of properly preserving evidence and the importance of maintaining crime scene security. Performed laboratory experiments directly related to analysis performed in the various fields of forensic science including, but not limited to, drug analysis, blood spatter analysis, fingerprint analysis, and footprint analysis. Taught and maintained laboratory safety and cleanliness.
National Medical Services, Willow Grove, PA(01/11/11- 07/11/12): Laboratory Support Specialist I. Performed liquid/liquid organic extractions and solid phase extractions on various bodily fluids and tissues in order to prepare forensic, clinical, and research samples for drug analysis using Liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LCMS). Performed maintenance on LCMS instrumentation. Assisted in the validation of new quality controls (QC), standards, and standard operating procedures. Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment. Prepared and validated reagents, standards, and internal standards. Maintained laboratory safety and cleanliness. Maintained the proper chain of custody while handling forensic, clinical, and research samples.
Mob Museum, National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, Las Vegas, NV (01/18/18-06/29/19): Crime Laboratory Coordinator of the Crime Laboratory Exhibit. Coordinated the maintenance and daily operations of the Crime Laboratory Exhibit. Educated and re-educated the general public on topics including- but not limited to- forensic science, death investigation, crime scene investigation, and criminal law. Facilitated hands on activities with the general public that included such subjects as forensic autopsy, DNA analysis, fingerprint analysis, trace analysis, forensic anthropology, and ballistics. Educated the public on the history of forensic science and organized crime respectively. Educated the public on the role of forensic science and law enforcement in dismantling organized crime. Helped establish standard operating procedures for the Crime Laboratory Exhibit. Trained Mob Museum Educators on the various subjects presented within the exhibit; the activities held within the exhibit; and the daily maintenance and operations of the exhibit. Reported and/or documented any content errors, possible improvements to the exhibit, and broken fixtures within the exhibit. Maintained a clean and organized workspace. Facilitated crowd control while implementing time management.
Insomniac Events, Beverly Hills, CA (11/04/16- Present): Team Lead, Ground Control Personnel at a production event company. Functions as a first responder for event staff and guests. Acts as communication liaison among event staff, headliners, security, emergency, and medical services. Uses a two-way radio to communicate information in emergency and non-emergency situations. Ensures the general health and safety of event goers and staff by supplying water and alerting the correct personnel of any medical emergency, safety hazard, altercation, and/or violence. Assists guests with any question or concerns and directs them to the correct areas and/or personnel. General duties include- but are not limited to- reporting any activity of note; scanning for any illegal activity; identifying any person who may need help; writing reports; and assisting guests who are intoxicated, dehydrated, lost, hurt, disoriented, unconscious, and/or unresponsive. Maintains a clean and safe work environment. Maintains customer relations and loss prevention.
Aftermath, Las Vegas NV (07/30/14- 06/30/2015): Supervisor and Field Technician for the Las Vegas Response Team. Responded to crime scenes, general death scenes, and accident scenes including-but not limited to-homicides, suicides, unattended deaths, and hoarding; and performed biohazard remediation and decontamination at such scenes. Performed all necessary duties assigned to a supervisor.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE CONTINUED (2001 to Present):
Bassetti Photography, Buena, NJ (10/07/16-07/29/17): Photographer’s Assistant, Secretary
Giant Sunglasses and Gifts, Las Vegas, NV (08/01/17-12/15/17): Store Manager, Key Holder
R+D Hipster Emporium, Las Vegas, NV (02/05/16-07/25/16): Sales Associate, Key Holder
Nectar Bath Treats, Las Vegas, NV (03/02/15-04/23/16): Sales Associate, Cashier, Key Holder
Marshall Retail Group, Las Vegas, NV (04/02/15-10/28/15): Sales Associate and Cashier
King’s Dominion, Doswell, VA (02/01/2009-10/14/2009): Games Associate.
Gene’s Farm and Garden Center, Mayslanding, NJ (05/01/2001-06/21/13): Sales Associate, Cashier, and greenhouse worker.
General Duties: General Duties for each position included- but were not limited to- performing financial
transactions with the public, maintaining the sales floor,keeping the store cleaned and stocked, placing orders,
answering telephone calls, and repairing merchandise. Updated and maintained websites. Calibrated
equipment. Processed orders and payments. Set up, broke down, and loaded equipment and backgrounds.
Maintained loss prevention. Maintained and supported customer relations. Built Clientele.
COURSE PROJECT/RESEARCH:
Department of Forensic Science, VCU, Richmond VA, Fall 2009
Participated in an independent study with Dr. Michelle Peace to help determine whether or not it was
necessary to incorporate preceptorships into the Department of Forensic Science at Virginia Commonwealth
University
Served as Preceptor for Crime and Science
Managed and Documented Student Performance and Proficiency
Gave Presentations
Held Review Sessions
Created Test Formats
Proctored Tests
Refined Course Materials
HONORS & ACTIVITIES:
Arcadia University and Virginia Commonwealth University
Dean’s List, Fall 2005-Spring 2006
Student Programming Board, Spring 2006
Dean’s List, Fall 2006-Summer 2007, Spring 2008-Spring 2009
National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Fall 2006-Present
Virginia Commonwealth University Honors Council, Fall 2006-Fall 2009
Swing Dance Club, Spring 2007-Fall 2009
Forensic Science Student Club, Fall 2006-Fall 2009