Priority One Services
Briana Gooden possesses extensive experience in animal care and research support, currently serving as a NIMH Research Support Specialist II at Priority One Services since April 2021. Prior to this role, Briana worked as a Veterinary Technician II and an Animal Technician at Bioqual, Inc. from June 2018 to April 2021, and as an Assistant Lab Animal Technician at the University of Maryland from June 2016 to June 2018, focusing on the care of various research animal colonies. An internship as an Animal Keeper at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore allowed Briana to care for diverse species while assisting with daily keeper responsibilities. Additionally, a Crane Intern position at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center involved hand-rearing whooping crane chicks for wild release. Briana holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science, Care and Management from the University of Maryland, obtained in 2018.
Priority One Services
An industry leader providing scientific staffing services to a growing list of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, academic and government organizations. We are committed to helping our clients be more productive through customer-focused, quality driven solutions. We strive to build and maintain a team of individuals who provide outstanding support to our clients. Founded by Jose (Pepe) Figueroa in 1986, Priority One Services is a minority-owned company with over 25 years of experience providing exceptional support to the Life Sciences industry. Combined with a diverse team of dedicated individuals and a culture that fosters growth and development through comprehensive training programs to achieve one priority: exceeding customer satisfaction.