Anthony J. Sliger
Fort Wayne IN, 46835
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Objective: Utilize 5 years of laboratory experience in materials,
analytical chemistry, and B.S. Biology degree to accomplish employer goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology: Graduated May 2005
Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana
Relevant Coursework: Laboratory - Physics, Microbiology, Genetics,
Analytical Biochemistry, Inorganic and Organic Chemistry (4 Semesters)
Undergraduate Level - Virology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular
Biology, Physics, Organic/Inorganic Chemistry (4 Semesters)
Graduate Level - Molecular Virology, Immunology, Statistics, and
Pathogenesis of Disease
Work Experience
DePuy Orthopaedics (through Kelly Scientific): Warsaw, IN
Senior Laboratory Technician, February 2008 to March 2010
. R&D: Bio-Interface and Materials Research groups
. Assisted project leaders across several projects under
minimal supervision
. Independently used these techniques to accomplish
project goals
o SEM, XPS, XRF, AAS, UV-Vis spectroscopy, contact and light
surface profilometry, and scratch testing
. Responsibilities include:
o Experimental design and execution, data analysis, reporting
and advising team in the next experiment
o Developing new test procedures
o Creating and maintaining work instructions
o Coordinating preventive maintenance for
instruments
. Developed test methods and work instructions for UV-Vis and
Flame Atomic Absorption spectroscopy
o Test methods have been routinely
used in new process development
project
. Participated in Gauge R&R and process validation studies
Henniges Automotive: Wabash, IN
Laboratory Technician, October 2005 to January 2008
. R&D and Product Validation
. Used these techniques to validate product performance
and assess prototypes
o Gas Chromatography, IR Spectroscopy, and
electromechanical testing
. Performed tests to customer specified procedures and analyzed
data for performance against customer and product requirements
. Conducted non-routine experiments to troubleshoot product
quality issues
. Developed work instructions and trained technicians to execute
work instructions and monitor production process
Leadership and Teamwork
. St. Charles 7th grade soccer coach
o Created a positive team environment while fostering a
winning attitude
Computer Skills
. Microsoft Office and Java programming language on Unix
operating system