❖ Lead teams of engineers and chemists in R&D for defense projects utilizing Scrum Theory, Agile, and Waterfall methodologies to deliver novel technology for security and defense-based applications❖ Developed project plans and schedules, while tracking progress and making adjustments as needed to provide high quality deliverables on time ❖ Utilizes Desing of Experiments (DoE) methods for cost-effective R&D❖ Writes, reviews, and revises SOPs for lab safety❖ *Conducts and oversees synthesis and formulations of small molecules for structure-activity relationship studies, as well as air sensitive, hazardous, and energetic compounds and materials for homeland security and defense❖ Oversaw the production of novel energetic formulations capable of time delayed self-ignition❖ Developed and fabricated novel pre-concentrator tubes to enhance detection performance of chemical warfare agents❖ Oversaw and strategized the synthesis of linker molecules for use in artificial blood technologies while providing facilitating communication between stakeholders.❖ Synthesized chemical warfare agent (CWA) derivatives for use in detection, mitigation, and remediation projects. Developed and conducted pilot scale synthesis of CWA derivatives using 1000 L reactors.❖ Developed and optimized the synthesis and production methods of an advanced absorbent polymeric material in remediation technology, resulting in a decreased turnaround time from 8 days to 24 hours. Currently developing production scale capabilities. ❖ Conducted field tests, demonstrations, and training sessions at both domestic and international locations such as the Patrick Space Force Base in Florida and the Vojenský výzkumný ústav. s. p. (VVÚ) in the Czech Republic for various defense-based operations❖ Conducted field tests utilizing live agents such as GB, GD, and VG. ❖ Implemented recruitment strategies, resulting in 175% growth over the last 5 years

Developed and synthesized novel compounds that were found to have relatively high anti-viral activity towards HIV, zika, malaria, chikungunya, and a variety of other viruses.❖ Designed and develop synthesis methods for cyclotriazadisulfonamide (CADA)compounds as potential anti-viral agents using various reaction such as a modifiedpalladium-catalyzed Tsuji-Trost reaction for macrocyclization❖ Conducted drug discovery research through multi-step synthesis and application ofstructure activity relationship (SAR) studies; resulting in over 60 novel lead compoundsand led to the discovery of potent anti-viral drug candidates found to be active towardsHIV, zika, malaria, chikungunya, hepatitis B, and respiratory syncytial virus❖ Planned, synthesized, purified, and characterized complex organic compounds as novelanalogues using techniques and instruments such as Yamazen flash chromatographysystem, HPLC, microanalysis, 1H-NMR, 13C-NMR, FTIR, TOFMS-ESI, MALDI-TOFMS,and UV/VIS❖ Lead the initial research into signal peptide targeting compounds for potential use as anew drug target towards treatment of various genetic diseases❖ Presented materials for public presentations, conferences, weekly reports, andsubmission for peer-reviewed journal publications❖ Wrote and reviewed operating procedures (SOPs) and develop scalable procedures forcompound synthesis❖ Utilized literature databases (PubMed, SciFinder, Google Docs) to research and presentnew synthesis pathways as solutions to difficult synthetic routes

❖ Teach, manage, supervise, and assist students with basic general and organic chemistry laboratory techniques❖ Emphasis proper record keeping and accurate scientific notations❖ Teach organic chemistry synthesis techniques and theories❖ Teach students to write proper and accurate scientific reports❖ Teach students proper analytical techniques utilized in organic chemistry❖ Conducted administrative duties such as grading assignments, attendance, writing exams, and maintaining records❖ Tutor students in an individual and group setting❖ Worked with coordinator to plan and implement lessons with specific goals and objectives

❖ Oversaw recruitment strategies, directly producing a growth of 180% in one year❖ Managed a team of employees in revolving shifts❖ Kept records and sustained stock of inventory❖ Oversaw the development and testing of new products for commercialization of novel items, leading to a total of 12 unique products and flavors❖ Coordinated and planned community events such as fundraisers and holiday gatherings to promote diversity in the Reno/Sparks community❖ Oversaw market expansion through the development and use of social media imagery❖ Maintained a clean, safe, and friendly working environment

❖ Designed and developed synthesis methods for isoprene hydroxy nitrates esters (energetic nitrate esters) for environmental studies❖ Planned, synthesized, purified, and characterized volatile organic compounds (VOCs)❖ Utilized characterization techniques (1H NMR, 13C NMR, IR, LC-MS) to elucidate structures of newly synthesized compounds❖ Developed visualization techniques for characterization and analysis of nitrate esters and prenyl acetate derivatives❖ Maintained organized, professional, and legible collection of data❖ Collaborate with environmental chemist to conduct atmospheric chemistry-based experiments and analysis including sampling, collection, and extraction

❖ Provide outstanding service and patient care❖ Work with support system of pharmacy team members to provide fast, fun, and friendly services❖ Maintain proper records and accurately provide prescriptions in a timely manor❖ Maintain product inventory❖ Respond to guest request❖ Properly maintain guest information with accordance to HIPAA regulations❖ Train new team members in pharmacy SOPs❖ Develop new SOPs and practices to optimize prescription fill time