Development Process

OBJECTIVE

To obtain position as a polymer chemist, focusing specifically in the

area of functional coatings development, or process optimization and

coating formulation. Strong background in optimizing processes,

determining multiple applications for existing technologies, and

researching new technologies

WORK EXPERIENCE

SoloHill Engineering, Ann Arbor, MI

Feb 2009 - June 2010

Chemist

Aiding in micro carrier manufacturing operations, as well as production of

custom calibration solutions for density, acidity, and alkalinity correct

to 1x10-4 M and 1x10-5 g/mL; Management of analytical instrumentation,

including FTIR, UV/Vis, autotitrator, and density analysis. Serve as key

troubleshooting consultant over many processes.

. Led redesign of wet sieve apparatus, allowing for manufacturing labor

reduction of 60%

. Reimagination of calibration solution methodology, reducing sample

requirements and increasing product output

Guardian Glass, Carleton, MI

May 2008 - Dec 2008

Coatings Chemist

Performed project development work on several products, including

conductive enamel coating for plasma display panels, and adhesive

evaluation for vacuum insulated window units

. Produced patented work on EMF absorbing coating

. Groundbreaking formulation work on binder system for vacuum insulated

windows

Luna Innovation, Inc., Blacksburg, VA

May 2006 -Dec 2007

Coatings Chemist

Worked with team leader in designing experiments for micro encapsulation of

various components for several military and private interests, including

development of impact indicating paints, and self healing coatings

. Patent pending development for use impact paint technology in private

sector

. Development of nanosilver sintering inks for printable circuit boards

Allied Technical Systems, Radford, VA

Jun 2005 - May 2006

Process Chemist

Method development during initial plant startup operation for laboratory

procedures and in manufacturing process, expertise gained in waste

treatment areas, obtained live hazardous samples, and monitored large scale

process

. Single handed management of nitration systems during start up

processes during first live trials

May 2004 - Mar 2005, Process Development Chemist, Abbott Laboratories

Process development and technical support for both chemical synthesis of

pharmaceutical intermediates and active ingredients, used automated

laboratory reactor and traditional synthesis glassware, adopted test

methods from other Abbott facilities for use at the Wyandotte facility,

performed and documented laboratory instrument calibrations

EDUCATION

2007-2009 Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI

Masters in Technology, Coatings and Polymer Science

2000 - 2004 Michigan State University East Lansing, MI

Bachelors of Science in Chemistry

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