Execute all testing protocols and developing standard operating procedures for internal use and external agency partners on daily basis. Increase new staff and intern knowledge regarding laboratory functions, including instrumentation, good housekeeping, record keeping, documentation, waste disposal, and report writing by conducting effective training sessions. Perform thermal analysis by using various tools and techniques, such as differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric… Show more Execute all testing protocols and developing standard operating procedures for internal use and external agency partners on daily basis. Increase new staff and intern knowledge regarding laboratory functions, including instrumentation, good housekeeping, record keeping, documentation, waste disposal, and report writing by conducting effective training sessions. Perform thermal analysis by using various tools and techniques, such as differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), advanced reactive system screening tool (ARSST); spectrometry; and other physical characterization techniques as necessary. Show less

As an analytical chemist, I provided training and support for detection of materials suspected to contain explosive materials or constituents often found in recovered chemical weapons materials. Instrumentation utilized included GC/MS, FTIR, Raman, XRD, SEM/EDS, microscopy, as well as bench wet chemistry separations. My service included one OCONUS rotation supporting US government agencies.

As a Forensic Chemist with the Defense Forensic Science Center, I independently performed analysis of suspected energetic materials. I provided individual and group training sessions for military personnel and conducted informative briefings for non-technology professionals. I also initiated business contacts to increase the sample flow within our overseas facility. My services included an overseas assignment for six months.

As a chemist, I provided laboratory analysis of drugs, poisons, and energetic materials. I initiated and implemented a structured training program for new hires deploying to overseas locations who would provide energetic analysis. Microbial forensics remained as a secondary function while validating new procedures using MAGPIX, qPCR, and MiSeq as part of a method development team. During all projects, I routinely provided written and oral presentations of monthly updates and data analysis… Show more As a chemist, I provided laboratory analysis of drugs, poisons, and energetic materials. I initiated and implemented a structured training program for new hires deploying to overseas locations who would provide energetic analysis. Microbial forensics remained as a secondary function while validating new procedures using MAGPIX, qPCR, and MiSeq as part of a method development team. During all projects, I routinely provided written and oral presentations of monthly updates and data analysis reports. My activities with the business development team included investigating potential new business opportunities, products, proposal research and writing, writing white papers, and research of new technologies and partnerships. I was a consistent contributor to MRIGlobal Leadership Council Annual Poster session with three posters presented including subjects in XRD, Chemstation DRS, and robotics. Show less

Team member within the core microbiology laboratory where known and unknown environmental samples were analyzed for DNA analysis. Additionally, I performed general microbiology duties within the BSL-2 and BSL-3 primarily working with Centers for Disease Control regulated Select Agents or similar organisms. I developed and wrote standard operating procedures (SOPs), reports, and proposals and managed small projects within the microbiology core group. I participated in technology transfers to… Show more Team member within the core microbiology laboratory where known and unknown environmental samples were analyzed for DNA analysis. Additionally, I performed general microbiology duties within the BSL-2 and BSL-3 primarily working with Centers for Disease Control regulated Select Agents or similar organisms. I developed and wrote standard operating procedures (SOPs), reports, and proposals and managed small projects within the microbiology core group. I participated in technology transfers to government and contract agencies by developing methods and training personnel. Show less