I am passionate about innovation, lab research, food industry and
quality control. Ambitious, persistent and methodical is how I define myself. I commit to everything I set out to do, valuing every detail. Eligible to work for any employer in the US
Work History
2022-07 -
Current
Functional Analyst
Axians Portugal, Vinci Energies, Lisbon
• Drafted user manuals to provide foundational
resources for developers and clients.
• Supported on daily basis by looking for
improvements on the web application.
• Defined screen designs of the web application,
assisted by the designer.
• Detected functional defects (Bugs),
performance defects and usability defects on
the application.
• Handled SQL and database environments,
identifying gaps and problem areas in
applications.
• Created tasks on devops for the developers.
• Met with clients to understand business
requirements, perform gap analysis and translate
technical requirements.
• Developed diagrams to describe and lay out
logical operational steps.
• Troubleshot incidents reported by end-users to
schedule system changes and identify
permanent solutions.
• Reviewed and tested plans and criteria to meet
functional and technical requirements.
• Assembled and participated in requirement-
gathering sessions to define and document
functional specs, configurations, enhancements
and custom reports.
Contact
Address
38103, Memphis, TN, US
mariasoaresanches@gmail.
com
Technical Profile
• Microsoft Office
• SQL
• PYTHON
• MATLAB
Competencies
Technical Writing
Attention to Detail
Excellent Communication
Analytical and Critical
Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Teamwork and
Collaboration
Research and reporting
Self-Motivated
Organization and Time
Management
Quality control
Technical Analysis
Maria João Sanches
Biological Engineer
2021-06 -
2022-01
Nano Medicine, Researcher
Institute for Research and Medical Consultations
(IMRC), Dammam
• Synthesized nanoparticles with multiple methods
such as sol-gel and physicochemical fabrication
method.
• Analyzed nanoparticles using X-Ray Diffraction
(XRD), Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR),
Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM).
• Collaborated with leadership team to identify
relevant questions and determine best methods
of collection.
• Streamlined research processes to meet tight
deadlines for multiple projects.
• Gathered and organized information for
research purposes.
• Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable
contributions.
• Interpreted data analysis results to draw
inferences and conclusions.
• Analyzed and interpreted patterns and trends.
• Sorted data into well-organized formats and
transformed into figures.
• Maintained strict safety protocols to protect staff and assets while carrying out technical
procedures and research protocols.
• Learned new laboratory techniques and applied
expertise in carrying out enhanced experiments
under supervision of senior lab members.
2020-02 -
2020-07
Trainee Engineer (Master Thesis
Development)
Lactogal Food and Alimentary Products, S.A, Vila
do Conde
• Detection of critical control points in the
chocolate milk production process.
• Conducted microbiological, physical and
chemical analysis of chocolate milk in different
stages.
• Learned the whole chocolate milk and milk
production process.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines Solution preparation
Languages
Portuguese (first language)
English (B2)
Spanish (B1)
and fast-paced atmosphere.
• Conducted research, gathered information from
multiple sources and presented results.
• Exceeded goals through effective task
prioritization and great work ethic.
• Maintained excellent attendance record,
consistently arriving to work on time.
• Created plans and communicated deadlines to
complete projects on time.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems,
evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Collaborated with team members to achieve
target results.
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-
paced environment.
Education
2015-09 -
2020-07
Master of Science: Bioengineering, Biological
Engineering
Faculty of Engineering of University of Porto - Porto, Portugal
High School Diploma
High School D.Dinis - Santo Tirso, Porto, Portugal Sciences and Technology Course (17,4/20)
Internships
Microencapsulation Project
Faculty of Engineering of University of Porto
Worked in a project of converting citrus waste into value-added products.
Quality Internship
Water Treatment Station of Porto - Douro e Paiva,
S.A.
Worked in an investigation of new microbiological
indicators of drinking water quality. Handling and disposal of biohazard chemical and biological
agents. Studying methods of environmental safety.
.