RINAM SHAH

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OBJECTIVE

Seeking a challenging position that will enhance my skills and knowledge in the field of environment science and engineering.

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Environmental Engineering; January 2014; GPA 3.4/4.0

College of Civil and Environmental Engineering, NJIT, Newark, NJ

Major Courses: Storm-water Management, Legal Aspects of Environmental Engineering (RCRA, CERCLA, SDWA, NEPA, UST, etc.) Environmental Impact Analysis, Site Remediation (LNAPL/DNAPL’s behavior), Organizational Behavior, Water Chemistry, Environmental Microbiology, Hazardous Waste Management, Physical Processes in Environmental Systems, and Environmental Analysis

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry; May 2012

College of Science and Mathematics, Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ

Major Courses: General Chemistry I & II, Organic Chemistry I & II, Biochemistry I, Analytical Chemistry, Instrumental Analysis, Physical Chemistry I & II, Physics I & II, Calculus I & II, Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

SUMMARY

Over four years of experience as a research assistant including;

* Knowledge of environmental compliance rules, regulations, guidelines and laws including preparation of Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).

* Thorough understanding of all environmental rules and regulations including EPA and NJDEP for sampling, transport, storage, and contamination of chemical products.

* Diligent in use of PPE’s (Personal Protective Equipments)

* Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act pertaining to safety, practice, policies and regulations.

* Experience with analytical laboratory equipment and procedures.

* Strong background in Chemistry and math.

* Excellent communication and writing skills.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

R&D Associate Chemist; BASF (Contract), Iselin, NJ 05/2013 – 10/2013

* Experienced in using Analytics and Laboratory Management System (ALMS).

* Trained on numerous SAP EHS procedures and presented at safety meetings on monthly basis.

* Daily routine included keeping records of Vendor’s MSDS/GHS with the implementation of Global Label Management System.

* Responsible for preparing a wide variety of solid-state samples by Cut-Mount-Polish (CMP) for the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) Cross-Section analyses, SEM Energy-Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) analyses and Electro Probe Micro-Analyzer (EPMA) analyses.

* Executed complex sample preparation for SEM Surface Morphology.

* Proficient in using Buehler VANGUARD 2000 for rough and fine polishing on the samples, ISOMET 5000 for cutting the metal samples and Buehler Cast n’ Vac 1000 for vacuuming the samples during the process of embedding.

* Skilled in using Optical Microscope for the analysis of sample polishing.

* Capable of making Key Process Indicators (KPI)

* Familiar utilizing CISPro for finding MSDS’s, disposing off the containers, and locating inventories.

* Assisted in the study of Polisher Evaluation and Epoxy Evaluation considering cGMP’s and FDA regulations.

* Received company training in Responsible Care Management System (RCMS), Fire Extinguisher Basics, Blood-borne Pathogens (BBP), Global Harmonization System Awareness (29 CFR 1910.1200), Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), Ionizing Radiation, Accident Prevention Signs & Tags, Grounding & Bonding Awareness, HAZWOPER Awareness (29 CFR 1910.120), Hazard Communication, Incident Notification, Medical & IH Record Access, Process Safety Management Awareness (PSM), Risk Management Plan Awareness (RMP), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), RCRA Hazardous Waste, Emergency and Evacuation Procedures, Lockout Tagout Safety Program, Laboratory Safety, Glassware Handling Basics, Compressed Gas Cylinder Safety, and Respiratory Protection Awareness

Research Assistant; Montclair State University, NJ 01/2010 – 05/2012

* Assisted with the study of graphene for removal of the heavy metal ions from the water resources.

* Helped with chemical synthesis of Graphene Oxide (GO) nano-materials for Nickel and Copper Removal.

* Experienced in the operation and use of sonicator, desiccators, Inductively Couple Plasma-Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) along with UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy.

* Trained on calibration procedures for analytical balance and pH meter.

* Proficient in aseptic and pipetting techniques.

* Prepared buffer solutions and performed titrations.

* Presented a scientifically based power point presentation at Montclair State Research Annual Symposium.

* Publication in Process: Adsorption Behavior of EDTA-Graphene Oxide for Cu(II) and Ni(II) Removal

R&D Chemist; Benjamin Moore Co. (Contract); Flanders, NJ 07/2011 – 11/2011

* Assisted with development and testing of cost optimization formulas including QUV Accelerated Weathering & Weatherometer.

* Deigned experiment to improve development of product lines Ben, Regal Select, and Ultra Spec.

* Utilized Spectrophotometer for tint strength, color rendering and color transfers.

* Executed physical tests such as Krebs unit (Ku) Viscosity, High Sheer Viscosity, weight per gallon and pH meter.

* Analyzed comparison tests such as draw downs, wet adhesions, and scrubs, SAG, Low Temperature Cracking, .003 draw downs, rub ups, flow and level, mud cracking.

* Testing new colorant system to integrate into existing paints.

* Designed the effective use of wash water in order to preserve cost for the company and be environmentally sound.

Research Assistant; Dept. of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Montclair State University, NJ 01/ 2009 – 01/2010

* Produced and performed lab procedures including Heterogeneous Catalysis for various organic synthesis reactions.

* Obtained hands-on experience with numerous Spectroscopies such as Nuclear Magnetic Radiation (NMR), Liquid Chromatography Coupled Mass Spectroscopy (LC-MS) and Fluorescence Spectroscopy.

* Experienced in Gas Chromatography (GC), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and Rota-Vaporing.

* Skilled at running a Dissolution Profile.

* Presented a poster at Montclair State Research Annual Symposium.

COMPUTER SKILLS

* Skilled in fundamental computer programming such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Power-point, MS Outlook, LIMS and Lotus Notes.

* Capable working with Chem-Draw, SCI (Science Citation Index), AutoCAD, StormCAD, and Hydraflow Hydrographs.

AWARDS

* Certificate of 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER (29 CFR 1910.120) by Big Apple Occupational Safety Corp., April 2014

* Certificate of Recognition in Student Research Symposium by Sigma XI Scientific Research Society, April 2012

* Certificate of Completion in course of Hazard Communication, July 2011

* Certificate of Recognition in Student Research Symposium by Sigma XI Scientific Research Society, April 2010

* Certificate of Excellence in 5th National Science Olympiad Foundation, October 2005

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