Deborah L. Sosnowski

Deborah L. Sosnowski has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Deborah L. started their career as a Laboratory Technologist at the Alberta Government - Central Milk Testing Laboratory. Deborah L. then worked as a Research Technologist in the field of Vaccine Development at the University of Alberta. In this role, they were responsible for peptide Liposome/microsphere formulations, HPLC analysis, and testing in a mouse tumor model. Deborah L. also handled tissue culture and performed lab quality control tasks.

Following this, Deborah worked as a Research Technologist in Dr. Babita Agrawal's Research Lab at the University of Alberta. Their responsibilities included processing human blood for PBMCs, DCs, and NK cells. Deborah L. also conducted animal work using the Vaccinia mouse model and performed various assays such as flow cytometry, ELISA, and ELISPOT.

Subsequently, Deborah joined Dr. John Lewis' Research Lab at the University of Alberta as a Research Technologist: Protein Production Specialist. In this role, they were involved in protein production, FPLC purification, quantification, and quality control using western blot analysis, BCA assay, and syncycia assay for Entos Pharmaceuticals.

Deborah then transitioned to the role of a Research Technician in Dr. James Hammond's Research Lab at the University of Alberta. Here, they were responsible for tissue culture and day-to-day laboratory operations in the field of Leukemia Research and Nucleoside Analogues.

Their most recent experience is as an Animal Technician at the University of Alberta, where they worked in the laboratories of Nichole Vestby/Katz team. Deborah L. monitored the health status of various animals and reported any abnormalities. Additionally, they maintained breeding colonies and assisted principal investigators in animal handling and restraint.

Deborah's current position is as an In Vivo Scientist at Entos Pharmaceuticals, where they collect data in animal handling projects. Their responsibilities include mouse injections, serum/plasma collection, bioluminescence imaging, and collection of specific tissues. Deborah L. also performs LNP Western blots as needed.

Deborah has demonstrated expertise in various laboratory techniques, animal handling, and research operations throughout their career.

Deborah L. Sosnowski began their education at the Royal Alexandra School of Nursing in 1981, where they studied nursing for a year before moving on to the University of Alberta in 1982. At the University of Alberta, they pursued a degree in Science, graduating in 1986.

After completing their undergraduate degree, Deborah attended the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) twice. From 1988 to 1989, they earned a Pre-technology (Honors) degree. Then, from 1989 to 1991, they specialized in Biological Sciences Technology with a focus on Laboratory Research.

Throughout their professional career, they have also obtained various certifications and training from different institutions. Their certifications include Rat Handling part 2 from the University of Alberta in 2022, Animal Biosafety Training Program, Laboratory Animal Research Support Certificate, and Transgenic Training Program from AALAS in 2020. Deborah L. also received certification in Radiation Safety from the University of Alberta in 2020.

In 2019, Deborah acquired certifications in Cardiac puncture and tail blood collection, IP, IM, IV, SQ, Retro-orbital injections, and Isoflurane Anesthesia from the University of Alberta. In the same year, they also completed a CPR level C/AED training program offered by St. John's Ambulance.

Their most recent certifications include Laboratory, Biosafety, and Chemical Safety, WHMIS, and Hazardous Waste Management from the University of Alberta obtained in 2021. Additionally, they obtained the TDG certification from the University of Alberta in both 2021 and projected for 2023. Deborah L. also completed a N95/North 7700 half mask fit test in 2022.

Overall, Deborah L. Sosnowski has a diverse educational background in nursing, science, and biological sciences technology, complemented by a variety of certifications and training in laboratory research, animal handling, biosafety, and other related fields.