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Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States

Lab ManagementProvided analytical services for the geology department and others.Maintained laboratory instruments and equipmentIn charge of safety of the lab as well as safety training.Maintained careful and accurate records of laboratory SOPsExperience with laboratory sample collection, sample preparation, routine maintenance/calibration of instruments, handling and disposal of chemicals, laboratory glassware cleaningCompiled and analyzed test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency and to diagnose malfunctions.Proficiency with analytical equipment such as – Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES), Inductively Coupled Plasma – Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Ion Chromatagraph (IC), Gas Chromatagraph (GC), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), X-ray florescence (XRF), Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer (IRMS), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), UV-Vis SpectrophotometerProgram experience - Microsoft suite, Chromeleon, ThermofisherGeneral lab equipment - balances, pipettes, glasswork, pH meter, electrical conductivity meter, water filtration systems(millipore and sartorius)Research SpecialistDesigned new methodologies for professors and students.Maintain, write, and implement laboratory and distribution policies and proceduresParticipated in developing, improving, and customizing products, equipment, formulae, processes, and analytical methods.Conducted projects independently and navigate ambiguityStrong independent operation skills and ability to complete lab work safelyStrong computer knowledge is required including Microsoft Office and ability to learn relevant internal computer systems.

Tuscaloosa, Alabama Area

• Performed experiments to determine the best conditions of pH, psi, solid to liquid, and time for converting FGD gypsum into calcite• While turn-around time was quick; data quality had to be maintained to ensure the final accuracy of reports while still maintain safety rules

Tuscaloosa, Alabama Area

Ensured updated accurate information is available on all studentsDeveloped appropriate practices when assisting with activities based upon selected program curriculum and stated on lesson plans.Monitored and proctored course activities

Data collection, processed data queries and ensured resolutionFollowed all safety guidelines and rules; environmental and regulatory guidelines; uses all required safety equipment.Performed and analyzed laboratory tests and procedures and record data clearly and conciselyAssisted in conducting experiments for geology and chemistry related fieldsPerformed routine analytical testing of finished product, bulk in-process, raw material, bench and stability samplesPerformed complex routine and basic non-routine analysesPerformed wet chemistry analysesSignificant experience with: ICP-MS, ICP-OES, Ion Chromatography systems, Stirred Reactor, X-ray Diffraction(XRD), X-ray Florescence (XRF), centrifugesComputer and software aptitude, especially MS Office Suite, ExcelBasic mechanical skillsStrong communication skills, both written and verbal

Tuscaloosa, Alabama Area

• Responsible for logging and tracking soil samples.• Created and maintained Excel spreadsheets • Prepared samples for clay float separation. • XRD analysis was performed to determine minerals present• Wet digestion was performed on sample separations and prepared for ICP-OES instrumental analysis

Yanai City, Yamaguchi, Japan

• Worked closely with upper management about operations and student metrics by preparing reports.• Prepared and organized lessons from scratch to adapt to all ages of students• Coordinated training of students as young as 5 to as old as 65.• Carried out a set curriculum and assigned duties and in a fast-passed environment to teach English to small and large groups of students from 3 to 50 years old. • Fostered a respectful and professional atmosphere for both children and adults.• This involved keeping to a schedule and adjusting to meet the needs of each set of students.

Master'S Degree, Geochemistry

Bachelor'S Degree, Geological And Earth Sciences/Geosciences