CAROLINA SÁNCHEZ RONCANCIO

Diligent and motivated chemist professional seeking employment with a consumer goods company where I
can apply my previous experience in products R&D that will lead to career growth opportunities.
Knowledgeable in bioinstrumentation associated to cosmetic testing in-vivo with volunteers recruited. With
strong attention to detail and an aptitude for acquiring new skills, consistently managed multiple studies
under strict timelines. Quickly establishes a positive rapport with associates, management and clients
through strong interpersonal skills. Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Work Experience

Scientific assistant biological Lab, Consumer Innovation Department

Belcorp-Colombia
February 2016 to present (8 months)

Performed microbiological testing including Microbial Limits and identification of microorganism (safety of
product). Realize in vitro assay (consumer safety) to predict irritation dermal and ocular of cosmetic test
samples (L’bel, Esika, Cy-Zone, others). Responsible for the maintenance of the cell culture laboratory,
media preparation-stock solutions, microbiology agars and supplement augmentation, archiving liquid
nitrogen stored cell lines. Testing In-vitro sunscreen efficacy (SPF, UVA/UVB and waterproof
determination). Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment including autoclaves, balances, incubators
and waterbaths, pH meters. Updating internal documentation (procedures, instructions, schedules, formats)

Scientific assistant Eficacy and Sensorial Lab, Consumer Innovation Department

Belcorp-Colombia
August 2011 to February 2016
 
Served as a Laboratory Assistant utilizing my background in Cosmetology for testing of cosmetic and
consumer care products, served as a Clinical Research Coordinator on various Dermatological studies.
Assisted the Study Director and Investigator with the administration of clinical trials as specified in the study
protocol. Developed methods and implemented in-house studies to assess product attributes and provide
labeling claims  Enrolled test subjects as per inclusion criteria specified in the study protocol. Informed
consent forms during the enrollment of test subjects. In some cases evaluating adverse event forms.
Performed safety and efficacy testing of cosmetic products: by collecting data using visual assessments,
digital photography, and bioinstrumentation associated to cosmetic testing. Monitored in-phase study
activities to ensure compliance with the study protocol, Informed Consent requirements, Standard
Operating Procedures and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH)
guidelines. Assist the scientific in Sensory evaluation techniques for personal care products, make up and
cosmetics. Supervised and trained incoming researchers. Performed data analysis and statistical reporting
using Excel; Ran tests such as ANOVA, MLR and t-tests. Assisted in market analysis (benchmarking) and
performing comparison testing to competitor products. Performed study close-out procedures , organizing
the transfer of data and study files for statistical analysis, medical writing and quality assurance audit and
communicating study progress and results to the study formulator.

• Developed and run validation protocols for in-house and USP methods. 
• Utilized ICP-MS, GC-MS/FID, LCMS, UV, FTIR, instruments to highlight a few. 
• Familiarity with PerkinElmer Elan, Agilent ChemStation, and UV Spectrum One. 
SKILLS 
 
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to manage a range of tasks with conflicting priorities 
• Ability to work as a proactive team contributor or independently 
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills to maintain good working relationship with clients 
• Effective time management to ensure task completion

BIOINSTRUMENTATION SKILLS
- Conducted one major research about variables analyzed for the assessment of stratum corneum
hydration with the corneometer. Another one, a comparative study of three instruments measuring
stratum corneum hydration (Corneometer CM 825, Moisturemeter SC and DermaLab hydration
PIN).

- Highly trained in operating the following instruments: Corneometer Moisturemeter SC - measures

hydration; Moisturemeter D-measures dermis and hipodermis hydration; Sebumeter - measures
oil in skin; Tewameter Vapometer - measures water-loss; Primos 3D - measures smothless and
wrinkles; Chromameter Mexameter - measures color spectrum; Cutometer - measures elasticity
and lubricity of skin ; Canfield imaging systems and more bioinstrumentation.
 

LABORATORY SKILLS: 
Cell culture techniques 

General knowledge of applicable clinical research regulatory requirements including ICH and GCP principles 
COMPUTER SKILLS: 
• Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

Additional Information
Research professional with a Bachelor degree in Chemistry and Industrial Chemistry, over 5 years of safety
and efficacy evaluations of cosmetics and consumer products and over 2 years of experience like analytical
chemist.

Companies
Energizer-Schick-Wilkinson Sword
Revlon

Bristol-Myers Products