Specialty: Clinical laboratory operations, molecular diagnostics support, and laboratory quality systems (ISO 9001, NOM-059)
Bernardo de Santiago is a Pharmaceutical Chemist Biologist (Q.F.B.) trained at the University of Guadalajara. He brings hands-on experience across molecular biology, pharmaceutical, physicochemical and clinical laboratory settings, coupled with strong teaching and operational skills. His background includes sample collection and processing in a Joint Commission–accredited environment, implementation of good laboratory practices, and classroom leadership at secondary and high-school levels.
Areas of Expertise
- Clinical laboratory workflows (sample collection/processing, biosafety and disinfection protocols)
- Laboratory quality systems and documentation (ISO 9001; NOM-059 good practices)
- Basic molecular methods (e.g., HPV hybrid capture program context), hemostasis concepts
- Digital literacy for lab operations and education (Microsoft/Apple platforms; remote teaching)
- Team coordination, course planning, and curriculum adaptation
Education
- B.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Biology (Q.F.B.) — University of Guadalajara, CUCEI (2004–2011)
- Technical Diploma in Informatics — CBTis No. 68 (2001–2004)
- Diplomas/short programs: Quality Culture in Competency-Based Education (2009); Clinical Laboratory Process Excellence, Tecnológico de Monterrey (2012–2013); Neurosciences Propaedeutic, CUCBA (2013); Civil Protection brigades training (first aid, evacuation, search & rescue, fire control) (2018)
Professional Experience
- SBS Seguridad – CCTV, Alarms & Biometrics (Mexico, 2020–present): Installation and configuration of surveillance and access-control systems; site assessments and protocol compliance.
- Salud Digna A.C., Tlajomulco (Jun–Dec 2020): Professional sample collection and support to processing under COVID-19 protocols in a Joint Commission–accredited lab.
- Colegio Eleanor Woodward (2018–2020): Part-time high-school instructor (biology/chemistry); collaborative learning and remote teaching (Teams/Zoom/Meet).
- Colegio Pedregal, Santa Anita (2018–2020): Secondary biology and chemistry; high-school research methods; course planning and classroom management.
- Colegio Subiré, Zapopan (2017–2018): Secondary biology instructor; group leadership and digital platforms.
- Servicios Comerciales FG S. de R.L. de C.V. (2015–2017): Sales executive for diagnostic tests and specialized lab supplies (multi-state client portfolio).
- Instituto de Vanguardia Educativa e Idiomas (2014–2015): Intensive/semi-scholastic high-school instructor (STEM and humanities).
- Secretaría de Salud Jalisco — CEESLAB (2012–2014): Q.F.B. in HPV Hybrid Capture area (federal cervical-cancer prevention program) within Molecular Biology Quality Control.
- CIATEJ (2010–2011): CONACYT-funded undergraduate thesis work (Biotechnology & Pharmacy) under Dr. Ana Laura Márquez.
- Colegio Bucerías (2008–2010): Primary/secondary teaching assistant; high-school lead instructor.
Courses & Training
- International Congress on Advances in Medicine — Hospital Civil de Guadalajara (2011); active participation in Internal Medicine module and poster competition (2nd place)
- Tuberculosis Symposium — Hospital General de Occidente (2012); Bacilloscopy reading/extension course (2013)
- ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management — Secretaría de Salud Jalisco (2012)
- Hemostasis Course — Hospital Civil Fray Antonio Alcalde (2012)
- Cultural/academic outreach (IVEI; 2014)
Publications & Presentations
- “What Happens to Medicines in the Environment?” — Centro Universitario de la Ciénega, Ocotlán, Jalisco (Dec 1, 2011)
- “Development of a Multiplex PCR for the Molecular Diagnosis of Brucellosis” — CIATEJ, Guadalajara (Feb 24–26, 2011)
- “Ecosystems: With Expired Medicines All Year Long” — World Youth Congress on Climate Change, Bucerías, Nayarit (Jun 16, 2010)
- “Intelligence Enhancers: The Battle Mexico Ignores” — XLI National Congress of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Guerrero (Oct 23, 2008)
Awards & Recognitions
- Second place, poster competition — International Congress on Advances in Medicine, Hospital Civil de Guadalajara (2011)
- Certification to attend the UN Climate Change Conference (topic: pharmaceutical waste in ecosystems) — Riviera Nayarit (2010)
- Honorable mention — XLI National Congress of Pharmaceutical Sciences (2008)
- Second place (state level), Biology — DGETI Competition, Zapotlanejo, Jalisco (2002)