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Redwood City, California, United States

• Characterizing nanoparticles using existing methods for particle size, and zeta potential using DLS Zetsizer and TEM analysis. • Participating in reproducibility of methods. • Maintaining master spreadsheet of the data• Developed and implemented TGA method for lyobeads. • Collecting measurements of assay plates for kit qualification• Designed and implemented sample submission form for better tracking of samples and data

San Francisco Bay Area

 Built and lead the QC function o Characterize formed catalyst materials using existing ASTM methods, developed new characterization/analytical methods as needed, and managed sample testing in house and with outside laboratories. o Manage sample flow, develop a catalyst properties database, and record all measurements.o Ran and maintain analytical equipment for catalyst materials characterization performing/arranging regular calibration and preventative maintenance.o Research latest developments in catalyst characterization and identify new testing methods to augment characterization toolbox.o Support accelerated aging tests to evaluate the durability of prepared catalytic materials. o Develop and write standard operating procedures (SOPs) for characterization methods, laboratory equipment, and safety practices.o Manage lab space and safety practices within team and beyond. Focus on ZerObjective safety policy Support qualification of two CMOs for full scale commercial catalyst production byo Qualify a new outside laboratory for ICP testing, after the one used unexpectedly went out of business at a critical time in the CMO qualification activities. o Qualify catalyst samples, without any tests slipping through the cracks. o Assign action items and followed up with people to ensure work was completed, and deadlines met. o Keep track of all incoming new lots for qualification, monitored testing progress, collected data and completing qualification reports and CoAs.  Team member on development of next generation process which increased product yield by 30% o Conceive and synthesize novel catalyst formulationso Characterize physical properties of synthesized catalyst (surface area, density)o Conduct screening experiments to determine top performers on microreactors

Palo Alto, Ca

• Following SOPs produced quantum dots including core production and washing, and shell production and washing using pyrophoric materials in an air free environment. • QC analysis determining core concentration, wavelength and quantum yield using fluorimeter and UV/Vis. • Maintenance of schlink lines, cleaning and stocking glove boxes. • Participated in reproducibility study and gauge R&R study.

Sunnyvale, Ca

• Developing micro-encapsulation method for oil solutions in polymers with understanding surface chemistry. • Run uv/vis absorption analysis. • Managed production of taggant product from ordering of supplies, through production, to shipping.• Managed and maintained analytical equipment and laboratory.

• Analysis of catalyst surface area and contamination using chemisoption, physisorption, thermogravimetric, and ICP elemental analysis.• Method development of Chemisorption, ICP and viscosity analysis.• Manage and maintain analytical lab ensuring calibration and PM maintenance of instruments, troubleshooting, ordering supplies and moving of laboratory.

Product safety evaluation of semiconductor equipment to SEMI S2 environmental requirements including IH sampling for RF, UV/IR, sound, static magnetic, tracer gas, waste stream characterization and mass balance, and chemical exposure. Report writing, and IH consulting with clients.

Responsibilities: Production and testing of Dade reagents including staging of material, diluent prep, pilot testing, bulk prep, filtration, final testing, filling and batch record completion in accordance to SOP, cGMP and FDA standards. Revision of SOPs. Chairperson of the Employee Safety Committee. Coordinator of Employee Safety Fair.

Responsibilities: Wet chemistry analysis including SW846 methods 120.1,150.1, 160.1, 160.2, 160.3, 160.5, 425.1, 310.1, and 340.2 Metals digestion including SW846 methods 3010A, 3050A, 200.7, 7470, 7471, 9030, 7196A, TCLP, and STLC