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Denver, Colorado, United States

Responsible for managing the scientific and research operations of the organization related to innovation and development. Set company research and scientific priorities so that they line up with the overall mission and goals of the organization.

Denver, Colorado, United States

Lead a team of extraction, purification, and research/development scientists to develop cannabis infused products using company proprietary technology. Manage projects, by coordinating internal resources, third party vendors, and cross-functional teams, to execute efficient results delivered on-time and within budget and providing the technical and scientific leadership for the design, development & implementation of product development initiatives to support strategic and business goals/objectives.

Denver, Co

Vancouver, Bc

Managed a multi-million dollar contract with a hemp science and superfood company for the development, testing, and manufacture of a hemp-derived nutraceutical product to be distributed to North American grocery stores and health food manufacturers. Oversaw all stages of product introduction including: concept, bench top prototypes, sensory testing, plant trial, scale up, shelf life, nutritional verification while staying within specified parameters such as cost, label claims, targeted flavor and customer profiles. Continually supported formulation of new and updating existing nutraceutical products and researched new and innovative raw materials and technologies. Conducted technical research projects through all stages of experimentation including: test protocol development, inter-departmental coordination, execution, and data generation & interpretation. Provided ingredients, nutrition, specifications and cost estimates for products and labeling. Maintained production formulas, intellectual property, patent applications, and process procedures on secured digital database. Continually investigated, analyzed, and execute new ingredient and process improvement and cost savings opportunities. Directed analytical services for Irish Canadian Bioresearch. Recorded, compiled, and analyzed test results by performing complex data evaluations, review the work of others, and wrote complex technical reports and standard operating procedures. Installed, qualified, troubleshot, repaired and maintained analytical equipment and associated peripherals, detectors, and instrument control/data collection equipment. Supported cannabinoid synthesis and purification using patent-pending methodologies. Collaborated with Director, Marketing, Purchasing, Production, R/D, and other departments to ensure proper project execution. Represent Boreal’s innovative technologies at international conferences.

Denver, Co

Supervised analytical instrumentation, calibration, and maintenance of HPLC, HPLC/MS, GC/MS and other specialized research instruments used in the efficacy and safety testing of medical marijuana and marijuana infused products. Designed and optimized sample receipt, tracking, data analysis, method validation and records management of a high volume analytical laboratory under Colorado’s Medical Marijuana Enforcement Division regulatory oversight. Routinely conducted analysis, validation, and reporting of over 100 samples / day. Supported the bio-processing and DNA laboratory in chemical extraction and analysis of enzymatic kinetics data. Updated and analyzed multi-dimensional data using statistical manipulations, including Principal Component Analysis, Multi-Dimensional Scaling, and other bioinformatics tools. Collaborated with team members of the research and application laboratories to optimize workflow and chemical process efficiency. Developed and implemented a specialized spreadsheet to track and report aromatic terpene concentrations in cannabis plant material.

Denver, Co

Managed an independent EPA accredited organic laboratory, including initial testing, development, and acquisition of methods, quality control, and instrumentation. Designed physical spaces, hazardous environment handling systems and ergonomic features of the laboratory including room layout, electrical, HVAC air flow, and work flow requirements. Independently researched and applied methods and instrumentation that would benefit both the laboratory and customer needs. Developed and earned national accreditation of a novel testing method for the analysis methamphetamine from surface wipe samples of clandestine drug laboratories using SPE and GC/MS analytical techniques. Trained and supervised 2 employees to successfully analyze environmental samples and quality control, using internally developed and implemented methods. Received and prepared environmental soil, groundwater, air, and wipe samples using purge and trap, liquid-liquid, and solid-phase extraction methods for organic analysis by GC/MS/FID daily. Routinely updated and managed all quality assurance policies and quality control data to determine and improve method quality. Participated in company steering committees to develop and improve policies and procedures. Led EPA accreditation audits. Solely operated, serviced, maintained, and acquired analytical instruments without instrument service contracts.

Austin, Tx

Performed toxicological analysis of body fluids and tissue specimens for the presence of human performance altering drugs and alcohol, in unusual, unexplained, or solitary deaths in central Texas. Conducted the receipt, aliquoting, sample preparation, extraction, and analysis, using GC/MS, GC/FID, headspace GC/TCD, and HPLC instruments. Examined daily quality controls to ensure the integrity of the samples, instruments, and data. Prepared for and participated in a formal lab inspection by the American Board of Forensic Toxicology to earn national accreditation.

Austin, Tx

Conducted the receipt and preparation of statewide samples of ambient air, and quantitative analysis of Volatile Organic Compounds by USEPA Method TO-15 and Poly-Chlorinated Biphenyls using GC/MS, GC/FID, and GC/ECD. Performed daily analysis of routine, priority, and quality control samples, for over 100 compounds, including a wide variety of known and unknown compounds. Prepared SUMMA canister samples using an Entech cryogenically cooled purge and trap concentrator. Prepared poly-Urethane Foam (PUF) samples using a Dionex Automated Solvent Extractor (ASE) and analyzed using an HP 5890 GC/ECD. Communicated with field operators to ensure proper collection techniques and chain of custody requirements were performed. Researched and organized an MSDS/Safety program, ensuring safe chemical handling techniques and lab practice, in the role of Laboratory Safety Officer from 2000 to 2002.

Austin, Tx

Performed water and animal tissue analysis for insecticides and pesticides. Gained experience with GC, GC/MS, and HPLC instrumentation, determining levels of toxic organic compounds in fish and oyster tissue, soil, and drinking, waste, and surface water. Performed all preparations, including liquid/liquid extractions, sonications, derivatizations, and gel permeation chromatography, on the specimen for analysis. Ordered lab equipment, chemicals, and gases as needed to maintain adequate supplies for laboratory use.