BARBARA MUHAMMAD
**** ****** ***** ***** *******, TX 77545 Phone: 713-***-**** ***********@*****.***
Summary of Skills and Technical Qualifications
Effective working under pressure and performing multiple tasks.
Highly motivated and committed to delivering top quality testing and analysis.
Excellent ability to report findings and discrepancies
Highly skilled in gathering, analyzing and defining data and functi onal requirement.
Interprets data and adheres to strict guidelines on documentation when recording data
Great ability to write clearly and concisely and in logical sequence.
Effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and
deadlines.
In depth experience with in the operation, calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment
and analytical instrumentation
Education
TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVE RSITY HOUSTON, TX 2 005
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE I N BIOLOGY
16 HRS OF CHEMIS TRY, HAZWOPER CERTIFICATI ON
PRACS INSTITUTE – HOUSTON, TX M arch 2012-October 2012
Extraction Chemist
Performed Phase I and Phase II bioanalytical validation methods and characterization to establish
the proof of concept of drug effectiveness
Sample and reagent preparation per analytical procedure
Bioanalytic research extraction of plasma/matrix s amples using wet chemistry procedures including
but not limited to: liquid-liquid, solid phase and direct precipitation
Preparation of study related documentation investigational reports and data archiving
M aintain and calibrate general laboratory instruments and equipment such as automated liquid
handlers, pH meters, centrifuges, vacuum ovens, balances, freezers, and others
Interpretation of chromatographic data and preparation of batch summaries
Documenting all stability work as per SOP’s and GLP
Work closely with Research and Development group in the improvement/revision and implementation of
study
Maintain proper documentation for equipment maintenance, sample processing, and administrative
related issues
Bio-analytical proces sing of chromatographs using LIMS Watson 7.3 and Analyst 1.51 software for
analytical receipt, regressing analytical results and documenting
PHILIP RECLAMATION S ERVICE – HOUSTON, TX February 2009-April 2011
Analytical Laboratory Analyst
Gained experience using wet chemistry methods including titrations, pH, color and moisture testing.
Daily responsibilities included flashpoints, pH, compatibility, moisture analysis, and
s pecific gravityBTU determination, gas chromatography operation, and pipetting multiple samples for
PCB analysis
Process hazardous materials, tracking Q A/QC data, s egregate, classifyknown and unknown
materials, waste sampling and profiling, dispose in accordance with environmental laws
Calibrate and troubleshoot lab equipment daily, m aintain l ogbooks and entered analysis
documentation into lab network
Submitted analytical in a timely manner, maintenance, quality control, calibrations and proficienc y
testing of lab equipment.
Assist with laboratory compliance audits and laboratory safety audits as required
Ensured implementation of waste disposal policy by proper disposal of wastes such as chemicals and
bi ohazards in separate containers
Responsible for running proficient laboratory in absences of Lab Supervisor
LEADERS’ ACADEMY – HOUSTON, TX August 2007-May 2008
Instructor
Lead Math Instructor - assigned and implemented lesson plans for multiple subjects to include Algebra I,
Algebra II, Geometry A, Geometry B, Math Concepts & Consumer Economics
Introduced and assisted students with virtual technology for online learning, assignment submissions,
and references
Developed various interactive and group assignments in order to encourage team building and
problem-solvingskills
Prepared and/or modified remedial programs for students requiring additional educational assistance
Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize individual
l earning within a group environment.
Successfully completed curriculum training courses in order to remain up to date with subject
knowledge, teaching methods, and educational resources
TEXAS HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE COMMISSION– HOUSTON, TX July 2006-July 2007
Eligibility Advisor
Determined eligibility for (SNAP) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, (TANF) Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families and Medicaid
Interviewed clients or authorized representative to gather information to determine eligibility for
benefits
O btained, verified, and calculated income and resources in order to establish client eligibility
Communicates with client, v erify information, answer inquiries, address issues, or
resolve problems or complaints