Nelson Laboratories Bozeman, LLC
Russell Griggs, M.S., CCRC has a diverse work experience in the field of microbiology and research. Russell started their career as a Teaching Assistant at Middlebury College, Chemistry Department, where they helped prepare and supervise laboratory projects. Russell then moved on to work as a Graduate Research Assistant at Montana State University, Department of Earth Sciences, where they conducted various scientific analyses and research. After completing their Master's degree, they joined BioScience Laboratories, Inc. as a Clinical Microbiologist, conducting contract research studies on antimicrobial agents and medical devices. Russell later joined Nelson Laboratories Bozeman, LLC, where they served as an Associate Study Director, Principal Investigator, and Study Director III. In these roles, they managed FDA-regulated clinical and in-vitro studies, acted as a Principal Investigator for clinical trials, and helped develop and modify Standard Operating Procedures. Additionally, they worked at Camp Denali / North Face Lodge as a Breakfast/Prep Cook and Bicycle Mechanic, performing various tasks related to kitchen, housekeeping, and maintenance. Overall, Russell Griggs has extensive experience in project management, regulatory compliance, and scientific research.
Russell Griggs has a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Earth Sciences from Montana State University-Bozeman, which they obtained from 2010 to 2013. Prior to that, they received a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from Middlebury College, where they studied from 2006 to 2010. Russell also holds a High School Diploma from Logan High School, which they earned from 2002 to 2006. In addition to their academic accomplishments, they obtained a certification as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals in November 2017.
Nelson Laboratories Bozeman, LLC
Since 1991, our independent testing laboratories have conducted investigative and confirmatory studies for both standard and customized in-vitro and clinical studies, providing product safety and efficacy results on a wide range of products, spanning the public consumer and healthcare industries, as well as the food-handling and cosmetic markets. We are recognized as the leading authority for topical antimicrobial testing,in that approximately 90% of all hospital-related topical antimicrobials have been tested at our facility. Our laboratories are trained in: ASTM, AATCC, AOAC, CLSI, and EN standard methods are performed regularly in our laboratories to support EPA, FDA,TGA and HC registrations and label claims. Various regulatory bodies audit our GLP/GCP-compliant laboratories ensuring that BSLI continues to meet the highest standards in the industry. We are very astute in statistical design and offer a wide array of statistical analysis depending on our client's needs. We constantly scan the competitive environment to assist our customers in gaining a strategic competitive advantage in their respective industries. On March 8, 2021, BioScience Laboratories was acquired by Nelson Labs’ parent company Sotera Health. Nelson Labs®, a Sotera Health company, is an industry-leading, global provider of laboratory testing and expert advisory services. They perform over 800 rigorous microbiological and analytical laboratory tests across the medical device, pharmaceutical, protective barriers, and tissue industries. They know that every test matters and requires solutions to complex problems to improve patient outcomes and minimize client risk.