Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area
SUMMARY: Industrially experienced PhD chemist focused on process, synthetic, and analytical chemistry. Possess a strong background in design, optimization, and scale-up of chemical processes. Experienced in developing analytical techniques to guide process optimization. Currently working in a challenging, dynamic, position on a multidisciplinary team. SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES: • Strong background in design and scale-up of unit operations applied to biomass purification and conversion (hydrolysis, centrifugation, activated carbon, ion-exchange chromatography, electro-dialysis, membrane filtration, hydrogenation, evaporation, and crystallization) • Expert in molecular engineering, organic chemistry, synthesis, and chemical processes (mg to 100,000 tonne scale) • Highly experienced in small molecule and biomass purification (silica gel and HPLC), analytical characterization (HPLC, Ion Chromatography, NMR, GC-MS, ESI-MS, LC-MS, GPC, CV, DSC, and TGA), and spectroscopy (FT-IR, UV-Vis, fluorescence, and Raman) • Molecular modeling calculations and database software [Gaussian (DFT), Unix, and SciFinder] • Knowledgeable in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology theory and lab techniques • Experienced in machining, drafting, designing, and using process flow diagrams • Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; proficient in French • Highly adaptable individual contributor, mentor, and team member
- Received and sorted grapes, assisting with crushing and destemming. - Monitored fermentation by measuring Brix, performing punch downs, and making additions. - Cleaned and sanitized equipment, maintaining a sterile cellar environment. - Pressed and racked wine, transferring it to separate from sediment. - Performed basic lab work, including collecting and recording data. - Supported barrel work by filling and topping up barrels. - Assisted in the vineyard with grape sampling and cluster counting. - Provided general support to the vineyard and production teams.
- Received and sorted grapes, assisting with crushing and destemming. - Monitored fermentation by measuring Brix, performing punch downs, and making additions. - Cleaned and sanitized equipment, maintaining a sterile cellar environment. - Pressed and racked wine, transferring it to separate from sediment. - Performed basic lab work, including collecting and recording data.