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Ashlynn Smerker

@ashlynnsmerker

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Detail-oriented tissue processing technologist focused on quality, SOPs, and team training.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in a regulated laboratory or tissue-processing environment where I can apply SOP development, QC, and training to improve quality and operational efficiency.

I am a proactive tissue processing technologist with hands-on experience in sterile processing, quality control, and SOP development within regulated cleanroom environments. I have a strong track record of improving yield and operational efficiency, training team members, and ensuring compliance while preparing and distributing tissue grafts for clinical use.

My background includes developing measurement methods for donor tissue, leading intra-departmental training, and supporting cross-functional workflows in both biomedical and administrative settings. I communicate clearly, solve problems pragmatically, and prioritize accurate documentation to support safety and continuous improvement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Tissue Processing Technologist II

Current

Corneagen

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year)

Revised SOPs, collected and analyzed data to identify factors influencing scleral tissue quality, and trained team members to improve procedural compliance and performance.

SOP Development Quality Control Data Analysis Training Aseptic Technique Tissue Processing Documentation Regulatory Compliance

Tissue Processing Technologist I

Corneagen

Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)

Performed sterile processing and quality control of corneal and scleral tissues, packaged and distributed grafts globally, and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements.

Sterile Processing Quality Control Tissue Packaging Regulatory Compliance Aseptic Technique Inventory Management

Tissue Processing Technician

AlloSource

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Developed efficient measurement methods to increase yield of demineralized bone matrices, prepared donor tissue using proprietary cleansing equipment, and trained colleagues on complex SOPs.

Process Improvement Aseptic Technique Equipment Operation Yield Optimization Documentation

Internal Support Processor

Land Title Guarantee Company

Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)

Created spreadsheets and workflow processes to support real estate closings, collaborated across departments to meet deadlines, and led the HOA team while training new hires.

Process Improvement Data Management Cross Functional Collaboration Training Workflow Optimization Documentation Team Leadership Time Management

Undergraduate Researcher

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)

Collected and extracted DNA from Cottonwood leaves to assess hybrid identification, developed experimental protocols, and presented findings at the undergraduate research conference.

Presentation literature review Data Collection

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Bachelor of Science, Biology

Activities and societies: Undergraduate research collecting and extracting DNA from Cottonwood leaf samples and presentation at the MSU Denver Undergraduate Research Conference.

Bachelor of Science in Biology from Metropolitan State University of Denver.