Amelia Burruss
About Amelia Burruss
Amelia Burruss is a Specialist in Quality Control Microbiology at Bristol Myers Squibb in Devens, Massachusetts, with a background in molecular biology and experience in various roles including research and hospitality.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Amelia Burruss serves as a Specialist in Quality Control Microbiology at Bristol Myers Squibb, located in Devens, Massachusetts. She has been with the company for over five years, having started in June 2018. Her role focuses on microbial identification, bioburden, and endotoxin testing, which are critical to ensuring the quality and safety of pharmaceutical products.
Education and Academic Background
Amelia Burruss attained a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology with a minor in Spanish from The University of the South, where she studied from 2014 to 2018. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science in Microbiology from the University of Florida. She also studied Spanish at Universidad Complutense de Madrid for 11 months in 2017. Her diverse academic background underpins her expertise in microbiology and proficiency in Spanish.
Early Career and Internships
Amelia Burruss's early career includes a range of roles that contributed to her skills in both scientific and management capacities. Notably, she interned as a Research Assistant at the Instituto de Biología Molecular y Celular de Plantas (IBMCP) in Valencia, Spain, for two months in 2017. This position provided her with hands-on experience in molecular and cellular biology research.
Hospitality and Management Experience
Before specializing in microbiology, Amelia Burruss worked in the hospitality industry as a server and bartender at Spring Valley Country Club in Sharon, Massachusetts, from 2014 to 2017. Concurrently, she managed the Sewanee Symphony Orchestra during her time at The University of the South, indicating strong organizational and leadership skills.