Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Chemist with research, teaching, and analytical laboratory techniques. Skilled in wet chemistry, sample preparation, analytical instrumentation, and laboratory documentation. Experience supporting laboratory operations, instrument calibration, and chemical safety protocols. Proficient with UV-Vis, HPLC, GCMS, FTIR, SEM and NMR instrumentation.
• Reviewed previous court transcripts and state laboratory records to independently verify laboratory results. • Communicated complex chemistry concepts, such as the working principles of a GC-MS, and standard laboratory protocols, to licensed attorneys working on an active court case.
• Designed and optimized experimental protocols for polymer electrolyte synthesis and electrospinning experiments. • Performed sample preparation, chemical measurements, and analytical testing while maintaining detailed laboratory documentation. • Analyzed experimental data using Microsoft Excel and prepared weekly technical reports summarizing results. • Conducted literature reviews to support experimental design and troubleshoot test method issues. • Collaborated with research advisors to interpret results and improve experimental design and reproducibility
• Supervised undergraduate chemistry laboratory sections and ensured compliance with laboratory safety procedures. • Instructed students in proper laboratory techniques including solution preparation, chemical measurement, and safe instrument use. • Monitored experiments and assisted students with troubleshooting laboratory procedures. • Maintained organized laboratory environments and ensured adherence to chemical safety protocols.
• Prepared chemical reagents and solutions for undergraduate laboratory courses while ensuring accuracy and safety compliance. • Assisted with calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of analytical instruments including NMR, FT-IR, and HPLC. • Conducted annual inventory of laboratory chemicals and maintained organized chemical storage systems. • Managed chemical waste disposal following institutional and environmental safety protocols. • Supported laboratory operations by preparing materials and ensuring equipment readiness.