Grace Cieri
@gracecieri
Forensic toxicology and analytical chemistry scientist advancing GLP/ICH bioanalytical methods.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Scientist II and Forensic Toxicologist focused on developing, transferring, and validating analytical methods to support DMPK and forensic toxicology studies. I execute and oversee HPLC and LC-MS workflows under GLP guidance, design studies aligned with GLP and ICH standards, and write SOPs and study documentation that meet both internal and client needs.
Across multiple roles, I manage definitive transporter, metabolism, bioanalytical, and sample analysis protocols while ensuring results meet SOP, method, QC, and client criteria. I also supervise and mentor junior staff and interns, contribute to reporting through written deliverables and presentations, and bring a hands-on, quality-first approach rooted in forensic toxicology training and experience with instrumentation and troubleshooting.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Developed analytical methods and performed method transfer, method validation, and quantitative analyses to support DMPK studies. Conducted HPLC and LC-MS studies and authored GLP-compliant SOPs.
Forensic Toxicologist II
Center for Forensic Science Research and Education
Jan 2024 - Mar 2025 (1 year 2 months)
Managed multiple forensic toxicology projects and communicated with clients and collaborators. Supervised and taught undergraduate interns and supported quality of analyses, documentation, and reporting.
Forensic Toxicologist I
Center for Forensic Science Research and Education
Sep 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 3 months)
Developed and validated quantitative and qualitative GC/MS and LC/MS/MS methods for small molecules according to ANSI/ASB Standard 036. Troubleshot instruments and assays, performed corrective actions, and ensured data met SOP, method, QC, and client criteria.
Forensic Science Technician
Center for Forensic Science Research and Education
May 2022 - Sep 2022 (4 months)
Performed complex sample preparation and extractions from blood, urine, and oral fluid samples using liquid-liquid and solid phase extraction. Operated LC/MS/MS, LC-QTOF, and GC/MS systems and prepared mobile phases, buffers, standards, controls, and extraction solvents.
Graduate Assistant
Center for Forensic Science Research and Education
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)
Conducted lab-based research extracting drugs from blood samples using liquid-liquid and solid phase extraction. Processed qualitative data from LC-QTOF while following lab SOPs and safety procedures.
Undergraduate Laboratory Student
The University of Scranton
Jan 2017 - Jan 2020 (3 years)
Conducted chemistry lab research including managing organic reactions and performing NMR and TLC analyses. Communicated findings in writing and orally and contributed to grant writing for the Pennsylvania Academy of Science.
Evaluating Cross-Reactivity (NPS)
Thomas Jefferson University
Evaluated cross-reactivity of new psychoactive substances (NPS) in human whole blood using ELISA. Conducted research focused on immunoassay-based assessment of NPS.
Pantocin A Synthesis Studies
The University of Scranton
Conducted studies toward the total synthesis of Pantocin A as part of research work. Focused on synthetic chemistry research activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Thomas Jefferson University
Master of Science, Forensic Toxicology
Earned an M.S. in Forensic Toxicology, with research evaluating cross-reactivity of new psychoactive substances (NPS) in human whole blood by ELISA.
University of Scranton
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Activities and societies: Pennsylvania Academy of Science Grant Excellence in Chemistry Award for outstanding performance in lecture and lab.
Earned a B.S. in Chemistry, including research toward the total synthesis of pantocin A.
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