Analytical Chemist
CurrentAnalytical chemist, Exposure and Biomonitoring Division, Environmental Health Science and Research Bureau, Health Canada• Conduct non-targeted chemical analysis in electronic cigarette refill fluids (e-liquid) by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC/MS) using deconvolution software coupled with NIST MS library search. More than 600 samples analyzed;• Develop and validate method for the analysis of more than 60 flavoring compounds in e-liquid sample by solvent extraction followed by GC/MS analysis with MS operated in single ion monitoring (SIM) mode. More than 200 samples analyzed;• Assist in preparation of conference presentations and manuscripts for publication;• Perform operation, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting for the instruments of Thermo Quantum GC/MS and Agilent gas chromatography coupled with Waters Micro Quattro mass spectrometry;• Order chemical standards, instrument parts, and other laboratory consumables.