Derrick Allen

Derrick Allen has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Derrick began their career as a Trace Evidence Intern at Onondaga County in 2007, where they developed methods for the analysis of spray paints. Derrick then worked as a Chemistry Teacher at Central Catholic High School, teaching general chemistry concepts to high school sophomores.

In 2010, Derrick became a Teaching Assistant at Syracuse University for the Forensic Chemical Analysis course. Derrick was responsible for running the lab component and grading student lab reports. During this time, they also worked as a Trace Evidence Intern at Onondaga County, developing methods for analyzing pressure-sensitive adhesive packaging tapes.

Derrick joined Miami-Dade County in 2012 as a Toxicologist 1 in the Toxicology Lab. Their role involved analyzing biological case samples for drugs of abuse and volatiles. Derrick later joined Pharmalucence as an Analytical Development Scientist II, where they developed and validated analytical methods for raw materials and final product vials.

In 2016, Derrick joined Nitto Denko Avecia Inc. as an Analytical Chemist I. Derrick developed and qualified non-denaturing ion exchange HPLC purity methods for oligonucleotide API molecules. Derrick also served as a Project Lead, overseeing communication with clients, method development, and authoring related documentation.

Derrick then moved to Sigilon Therapeutics, Inc. in 2019, starting as a Principal Associate Scientist. Derrick implemented a continuous improvement program for historical assays and standard operating procedures. Derrick later took on the role of Manager, Analytical Development and formalized development plans for a junior analyst.

Most recently, Derrick worked at Alltrna as a Scientist II and Senior Scientist I. The specifics of their roles at this company are not provided in the information given, but it can be inferred that they continued to contribute to scientific research and development.

Derrick Allen obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Chemistry from Syracuse University, which they completed between 2004 and 2008. Later, Derrick pursued a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Forensic Science from Syracuse University, which they completed from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, they have obtained several certifications from SAS, including Quality Methods in June 2020, Statistical Thinking and Problem Solving in June 2020, and Exploratory Data Analysis in May 2020.