Laurian Simpson

I am a first year graduate student pursuing my Masters in Cybersecurity. I received my BS in Biomedical and Health Science however,  I am driven by a strong interest in cybersecurity and a desire to contribute to the security of digital systems, data, and networks. My passion for the subject makes me a valuable asset. 

Medical Technologist I                                                                                   July 2022 – May 2023

Emory University Hospital| Atlanta, GA

• Performs various laboratory tests and procedures while adhering to standard operating procedures on patient specimens to assist in the diagnosis, study and treatment, or prevention of disease.
• Upholds the values of the organization including providing and demonstrating exemplary customer service skills throughout the preanalytical, analytical and post analytical processes.
• May perform tests including but not limited to standardized and semi-routine biological, chemical, hematological, immunological, immunohematological, microbiological, and serological tests in a research or clinical laboratory.
• Performs preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and calibrates equipment and instruments as required.
• Operates laboratory equipment and troubleshoots equipment and instrument malfunctions.

Medical Lab Technician                                                                           January 2021 – July 2022

Project Manager

ID Tech Molecular Laboratory| Atlanta, GA

• Follow the lab’s procedure for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples
• Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control activities including all instrument maintenance performed and assimilate data for review.
• Participate in development of protocols, lab manuals, new instrumentation, lab CQI or other laboratory developmental activities.
• Handle validations of new machines and testing machinery

Molecular Lab Technician                                                                 August 2020 – January 2021

Capstone Healthcare| Atlanta, GA                 

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the genetics laboratory and instrumentation including but not limited to: supply inventory, quality control, calibration, reagent preparation, etc. Initiates and follows through with corrective action.
• Accurately performs and interprets data and results of highly complex clinical laboratory tests utilizing theoretical knowledge and independent judgment in addition to established protocol, techniques and equipment manuals.
• Communicates laboratory data and pertinent technical information to appropriate clients and individuals in an accurate and timely fashion. Includes verbal as well as electronic means.
• Participate in development of protocols, lab manuals, new instrumentation, lab CQI or other laboratory developmental activities.
• Provide technical guidance and be a resource for new laboratory personnel.

Medical Covid Field Technician/ Disease Intervention Specialist.            July 2020- August 2020

​Fulton County Board of Health| Atlanta, GA ​​​​

• Collects and prepares specimens for testing, including recording and confirming the source of specimens, trimming specimens, staining slides and performing paraffin embedding of specimens.
• Assist patients with self-done covid-19 nasal testing.
• Observes stains and specimens for change.
• Interprets, records, and reports laboratory results.
• Observes stains and specimens for change.
• Maintain laboratories equipment and samples, including checking and recording daily temperature of incubators, freezers, and refrigerators; monitoring autoclave controls; inspecting the functionality of used equipment and reporting equipment malfunctions to supervisor. 
• Complex professional work involved in the investigation, prevention and control of communicable diseases or chronic disease.
• Coordinates and conducts the screening and detection process for communicable disease. 
• Coordinates maintenance of records of cases and reporting system to ensure accurate collection of data for evaluation, operational and statistical analysis.

Saint Leo University                                                                                  August 2023 - Present

Masters in Cybersecurity        

Saint Leo University                                                                                  August 2016 – May 2020

Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical and Health Science with a minor in Chemistry               

Mount Alvernia High School                                                               September 2010 – June 2015

Obtained a high school diploma