David Donaldson Email and Phone Number

Setup and perform in-class demonstrations for various chemistry and forensic science subjectsInductions for a suite of instruments (GC, HPLC, AAS, UV-Vis) and processes (cryogenics, waste management)Ongoing oversight into OH&S practicesRegular involvement in Outreach Programs designed at furthering engagement of schoolchildren in Science

I have been demonstrating undergraduate students ranging from 1st year Principles of Chemistry, to 2nd year Analytical Chemistry, to 3rd year Forensic Science, which also requires marking of all reports. I have conducted many tutorials, with up to 100 students per class. I have limited experience with lecturing, having taken the 1st year Forensic Science lectures for several weeks.

I recently submitted my PhD thesis in August 2013, which was entitled; "Detection of nitro-explosive compounds using derivatization and tris(2,2'-bipyridyl)ruthenium(II) chemiluminescence".I am currently awaiting the results from the thesis examination process, which is expected some time in mid-late October 2013.I experienced several significant delays during my candidature, which primarily involved sample acquisition. These delays allowed me to broaden my skills by assisting my colleagues on their various projects. The other benefit to these delays was the ability to increase my teaching load, and also to assist in the development and design of the undergraduate course.