Sharon James, MBA
About Sharon James, MBA
Sharon James, MBA, is a Line Manager at Opentrons Labworks Inc., where she oversees a team of over 10 technologists in the COVID testing pipeline. She has extensive experience in clinical laboratory roles and has contributed to process improvement and onboarding initiatives.
Current Role at Opentrons Labworks Inc.
Sharon James serves as a Line Manager at Opentrons Labworks Inc. since 2020. In this role, she manages a team of over 10 technologists across multiple stations, ensuring a seamless workflow in the COVID testing pipeline. Her responsibilities include overseeing daily operations and facilitating effective communication within the team. She actively participates in the onboarding process, conducting interviews and orientation for new hires. Her leadership contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the laboratory operations.
Previous Experience in Clinical Laboratories
Sharon James has extensive experience in clinical laboratories. She worked as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist at Enzo Clinical Labs from 2009 to 2010. Following this, she held the position of Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Lead at Columbia University Irving Medical Center from 2010 to 2013. She then served as a Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist at Montefiore Health System from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she worked as a Medical Laboratory Technologist at Shiel Medical Laboratory from 2006 to 2009. This diverse background has equipped her with a solid foundation in laboratory operations and management.
Educational Background
Sharon James has a strong educational background in biology and business management. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Stony Brook University, studying from 2003 to 2005. Prior to that, she studied Biology at St. John's University from 2001 to 2003. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration in Pharmaceutical Management and Marketing from Rutgers Business School, completing her studies from 2015 to 2018. This combination of scientific and business education supports her role in laboratory management.
Process Improvement Initiatives
At Opentrons Labworks Inc., Sharon James has played a key role in process improvement initiatives. She has contributed to the generation of documentation used for quality assurance and competency within the laboratory. Her involvement in these initiatives demonstrates her commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining high standards in laboratory practices.