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Summit, New Jersey, United States

Summit, New Jersey, United States

Sparta, Nj

-Tested the degree of microbial contamination resistance of preserved personal care formulations using CTFA Preservative Efficacy USP 51 testing methods-Conducted USP Method Suitability testing to ensure that the proper analytical method was used to recover microorganisms from samples-Trained new employees on analytical testing methods of client samples while ensuring that proper aseptic techniques and cGMP standards were upheld-Analyzed and recorded results of all testing… Show more -Tested the degree of microbial contamination resistance of preserved personal care formulations using CTFA Preservative Efficacy USP 51 testing methods-Conducted USP Method Suitability testing to ensure that the proper analytical method was used to recover microorganisms from samples-Trained new employees on analytical testing methods of client samples while ensuring that proper aseptic techniques and cGMP standards were upheld-Analyzed and recorded results of all testing methods-Assigned daily tasks and sample work instructions to technicians-Harvested live organisms for use in Challenge, Suitability, and GP testing Show less

Sparta, Nj

-Utilized aseptic techniques to perform microbiological testing on pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and personal-care products, medical devices, and chemicals using USP 61/62 test methods, as well as other client specific testing methods-Used FDA/BAM, USDA, AOAC, and CMMEF test methods to provide microbiological analysis on food, beverage, and environmental samples-Tested water samples to determine the quality under NJDEP certification-Performed USP Bacterial Endotoxin testing using the… Show more -Utilized aseptic techniques to perform microbiological testing on pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and personal-care products, medical devices, and chemicals using USP 61/62 test methods, as well as other client specific testing methods-Used FDA/BAM, USDA, AOAC, and CMMEF test methods to provide microbiological analysis on food, beverage, and environmental samples-Tested water samples to determine the quality under NJDEP certification-Performed USP Bacterial Endotoxin testing using the Gel-clot method-Complied with the labs Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and cGMP practices while working in a lab that is ISO 17025 accredited as well as FDA registered and DEA licensed-Performed routine cleaning and quality checks for equipment-Prepared media for use in testing Show less

Newton, Nj

-Tutor students in math and science courses: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus-Help students prepare for quizzes and exams by reviewing lessons and assignments

Newton, Nj

-Collected and inputted data to process patients’ prescriptions and insurance-Assisted the pharmacist in processing a prescription, counting and labeling the prescription-Handled the sales of prescriptions and overthecountermedicines-Corresponded with customers through phone and inperson-Organized and stocked the shelves with pharmaceuticals and accessories-Performed daily cleaning routines to maintain department sanitation and QA standards

Milford, Pa

-Put together order forms for new inventory-Logged purchased inventory into the catalog system-Maintained the inventory and stock of the merchandise-Operated the opening and closing procedures for the store-Performed daily cleaning routines to keep up a clean store appearance-Corresponded with customers and vendors through phone and in-person-Supervised cashiers

The George Washington University Department Of Chemistry

-Refurbished a Mass Spectrometer-Built a Z-axis controlled stage to hold a custom Yale Burner apparatus with ThorLabs Piezo Stage and Stepper Motor Controller to control the x and yaxis-Set up area for experiments including fuel and air gas lines/tanks-Calibrated fuel and air lines using Bubble Test-Created laboratory procedure for sampling Ethylene/Nitrogen flame combustion using a Quartz microprobe and a Mass Spectrometer, which were analyzed using a Stanford Research System… Show more -Refurbished a Mass Spectrometer-Built a Z-axis controlled stage to hold a custom Yale Burner apparatus with ThorLabs Piezo Stage and Stepper Motor Controller to control the x and yaxis-Set up area for experiments including fuel and air gas lines/tanks-Calibrated fuel and air lines using Bubble Test-Created laboratory procedure for sampling Ethylene/Nitrogen flame combustion using a Quartz microprobe and a Mass Spectrometer, which were analyzed using a Stanford Research System Residual Gas Analyzer-Collaborated with Yale University in a combined experimental and model study of ethylene,nonpremixed flames Show less

Washington, Dc

-Experimented with the physical composition of paint using different pigments and organic binders-Constructed test panels of paint samples on wooden blocks-Traveled abroad to collaborate with the Institute of Applied Physics and the University of Perugia (seebelow)

Florence, Italy And Perugia, Italy

-Received a grant to work with the Institute of Applied Physics and the University of Perugia in Italy-Obtained measurements of test panels using UVVISNIR Reflectance Spectrophotometry methods with Optical Fibers (FORS)-Analyzed data to create a database for identifying and mapping organic paint binders using non-invasive techniques

Milford, Pa

Receptionist, June 2010 – January 2011, Managed bookings & payments, Organized check in and check out hotel and restaurant reservations, Corresponded with customers through phone and in-person, Conducted tours of HotelWaitress, June 2010 – January 2011, Serving weekend events and dinners, HostessHousekeeper, June 2010 – January 2011, Handled light housekeeping chores

Sussex, Nj

Assistant Manager, 2008 – 2009, Supervised and managed staff, Confirmed reservations, Maintained store inventoryReceptionist, 2007 – 2009, Logged bookings & payments, Organized check in and check out hotel and restaurant reservations, Corresponded with customers through phone and in-personStore Clerk, 2007 – 2009, Corresponded with customers through phone and in-person, Handled cashiers, Prepared food

"Bachelor Of Science", Chemistry, Minor In Physics And Biology, Graduated

Activities and Societies: Alpha Chi Sigma, Alpha Pi Chapter, Alpha Delta Class, Master Alchemist (President), August 2013 – December 2013.

"Associate Of Science", Pre-Med, Chemistry

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa, Member, Alpha Upsilon Pi Chapter, November 2010 – Present; Rotaract, Member, September 2009 –.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Rotary Club of Wallkill Valley (#5560), Member, Spring 2007 – Present; 4H Teen Council, Member, August 2003 –.