Microbiologist with over 20 years of combined experience in both private sector and government. Experienced and accomplished in laboratory work, domestic and foreign inspections, senior scientific expert and reviewer of applications submitted from sponsors to FDA. Microbiologist and subject matter expert (SME) representing FDA in high-profile criminal court cases (Meningitis Outbreak of 2012); microbiologist - SME designing research projects for FDA food regulated commodities (Listeria monocytogenes - Harvard Medical School) and microbiologist - SME for FDA regulated tobacco product applications (e.g. smokeless products, e-cigarettes, and waterpipes).