Assistant Research

Tal Perlov

•*** Huntington Ave • Boston, MA *****•

•508-***-**** • *********@*****.***•

OBJECTIVE To obtain a challenging entry-level research position in the field of Chemistry which

would utilize my knowledge and skills, and provide an opportunity for learning and

growth.

SUMMARY A recent graduate with experience in wet chemistry techniques, light microscopy,

electron microscopy, gold colloidal and evaporated nanomaterials, and surface enhanced

materials. Enjoy teaching with ability to learn quickly and explain complex scientific

concepts in a clear and simple fashion.

SKILLS

Computer Skills Mac & PC platforms; MS Office, Powerpoint, Excel, Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator)

Lab Techniques TLC, LCMS, NMR, AA, UV, IR, HPLC, LC, SEM, EPR, Raman, Column Chromatography,

Crystallization, Titration, Organic Synthesis, Clean Room, Electron Beam Lithography, Colloidal

Nanomaterial Assembly, Gel Electrophoresis, Solvent Extraction

EDUCATION

2013 MA Chemistry Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts

Relevant coursework: Advanced Topics in Physical Chemistry: Nanomaterials, Molecular Quantum

Mechanics I & II, Statistical Mechanics, Chemical Kinetics, and Introduction to Photonics

2011 BS Chemistry and Biology Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts

Relevant coursework: Organic Chemistry I & II, Physical Chemistry I (Thermodynamics) & II

(Quantum Mechanics), Biochemistry, Foundations of Spectroscopy, Chemical Synthesis,

Quantitative Analysis, Biology I & II, Bio-analytical Chemistry

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Boston University Boston, MA

Sep 2011 - Teaching Fellow Chemistry Department

June 2013

• Taught undergraduate General Chemistry Laboratory; designed and lead one-hour

interactive discussion seminars as lecture supplement. Obtained positive student feedback.

• Supervised undergraduate teaching assistants and 40 students in student lab environment

and provided guidance during student experiments and emergency situations.

• Improved upon existing instructive experimental procedures resulting in less costly and

more consistent procedures as well as improved readability and student understanding.

Nov 2011 - Research Assistant Nano-Bio Interface Laboratory, Prof. Bjorn Reinhard

June 2013

• Developed surface enhanced materials for surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy for

facile differentiation of bacteria in a mixture.

• Prepared two- and three- dimensional nanoparticle array by combining electron beam

lithography technique with gold evaporation and colloidal self-assembly in order to take

advantage of noble metal properties on the nanometer scale.

• Analyzed gold nanostructures using optical microscopy and SEM to determine

effectiveness of self-assembly methods.

Northeastern University Boston, MA

May 2010 - Undergraduate Research Assistant Egan Research Center, Prof. David Budil

Sep 2011

• Contributed analysis of nitroxide probe for protein active site determination using ESR as

the experimental counterpart to a computational study in collaboration with Professor Mary

Ondrechen.

• Determined diffusional dynamics of fluids through membrane to determine membrane

micro morphology using EPR method developed in lab.

• Lead lab relocation and organization resulting in minimal disruption to lab and a smooth

transition into new space

Sep 2010 - Chemistry Tutor Center for Student Academic Services

Jan 2011

• Assisted students in grasping scientific concepts by providing a one on one tutoring in

General Chemistry I, Organic Chemistry I, and Physical Chemistry I & II

Jan 2007 - Part-time Undergraduate Lab Assistant Undergraduate Organic Chemistry Labs

Dec 2008

• Prepared samples and solution for the use of undergraduate laboratory courses

• Preformed trial experiments to ensure efficiency and consistency of laboratory teaching

procedures

May 2007 - Undergraduate Research Assistant Egan Research Center, Prof. Eriks Rozners

Dec 2007

• Performed multistep synthesis and purification including Grignard reaction,

kinetic resolution, and glyoxylate reaction to prepare amide modified oligonucleotides

for study of siRNA for gene silencing

• Analyzed products through TLC, chromatography, and NMR to determine

purity and identity

Alkermes Cambridge, MA

Jan 2009 - Formulations Development Research Assistant Formulations

June 2009

• Developed injectable formulations for water-insoluble crystalline drug candidate

• Studied chitin-based in-situ forming gels as injectable drug delivery method.

• Produced tech reports for research results in order to provide a clear and

concise document of experimental procedures and results

Millennium Pharmaceuticals: The Takeda Oncology Company Cambridge, MA

Jan 2008 - Medicinal Chemistry Research Assistant High Throughput Chemistry

July 2008

• Performed organic synthesis to prepare biologically relevant molecules to help identify

drug candidates

• Analyzed products through TLC, LCMS, and NMR

• Performed purification of small molecule drug candidates using HPLC and column

chromatography to prepare samples for efficacy studies

2007 Hiking and exploring the New England mountains, baking and cooking, sewing,

knitting, crocheting, creative problem solving, taking online courses.

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