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Boise, Idaho, United States

Managed chemists and lab technicians while maintaining all previous responsibilities.Communicated directly with customers, management, sales, purchasing, and other departments regarding test scheduling and results.Was responsible for maintaining instrument qualifications and keeping all instruments operational.Coordinated third-party proficiency testing necessary for maintaining ISO accreditation.

Developed and brought in-house a variety of test methods for HPLC, UV-Vis, and ICP-MS. Performed method validations for in-house test methods, which included statistical analysis of results and troubleshooting of test methods. Performed root cause analysis for out of specification results obtained during routine production testing. Worked directly with other labs and customers to develop in-house testing capabilities for new analytes and products. Oversaw and implemented new testing processes that significantly contributed to the lab receiving ISO 17025 accreditation.

Ogden, Utah

Performed analytical testing on a variety of dietary and nutritional supplements using UV-Vis and HPLC.

Greater Salt Lake City Area

Developed research skills by designing, testing, and characterizing a variety of plasmonic materials. Gained significant experience with analytical instrumentation, including UV/Vis, CD, HPLC, and GC. Was formally trained on AFM, XPS, and TEM/STEM. Ran and graded general chemistry and analytical chemistry labs.

Nampa, Id

Independently set up and ran a year-long high school physics class; including preparing lectures and labs, writing/grading homework and exams, and advising students. Worked collaboratively with others as one of 3 science teachers responsible for reviewing and implementing standards for 9th-12th grade science curricula. Further developed teamwork skills by regularly assisting in math and chemistry classrooms.

Nampa, Id

Developed organizational skills necessary for setting up and running 5 lab sections each week, including grading and student evaluations. Developed leadership and management skills by working with and guiding multiple undergraduate TA’s.

Master Of Science - Ms, Chemistry

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Chemistry