Christina Simmons

**** ***** ***** ****, *********, KY 40511

859-***-****

abnu59@r.postjobfree.com

Summary Proficient student with a background in undergraduate Chemistry and graduate and

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undergraduate Chemical Engineering; possessing a strong affinity for mathematical and

statistical sciences.

Skilled at learning newconcepts and techniques quickly, performing well under pressure, and

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presenting research ideas and data in a concise and effective manner.

Strong organizational, planning and time management skills; demonstrated ability to handle

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multiple projects and complete them on a deadline.

Dependable and dedicated individual worker who also performs well as a part of a team.

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Education 2009

Masters Degree in Chemical Engineering

University of Kentucky, L exington, KY

2005

B.A. Degree in Chemistry

University of Kentucky, L exington, KY

Minored in Mathematics; graduated cum laude with 3.4 G.P.A.

2004

B.S. Degree in Biology

University of Kentucky, L exington, KY

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MiniTab, Aspen, EndNote, Scion Image

Applications &

Languages

Career History & Accomplishments

Chemical Engineering Graduate Student, Universityof Kentucky 2007-2009

Utilized cell culture and sterile methods to perform permeability studies with

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human endothelial and epithelial cells while incorporating ion-selective electrode

techniques

• Performed teaching assistant duties for undergraduate chemical engineering

courses, including Computational Tools for Chemical Engineering, E ngineering

Thermodynamics, Senior Chemical Engineering Laboratory

• Presented research updates and journal article reviews at team meetings

Engineering Technologist, A nalysts International 2006-2007

Following a promotion, continued lab responsibilities of Chemical Technician

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Specialist

• Increased focus on needs of internal customers

• Validated existing testing protocols

• Developed newtesting protocols

• Proposed newly established testing protocols at meetings

• Created a systematic labeling approach resulting in increased productivity of all

employees of the laboratory

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2005-2006

Chemical Technician Specialist, Analysts International

• Completed long term material compatibility testing of printhead materials

• Performed filtration efficiency testing

• Presented data at weekly team meetings

• Operated Microtrac/Nanotrac Particle Size Analyzer and performed study to

correlate data obtained on Microtrac to data obtained on Nanotrac Particle Size

Analyzer

• Maintained laboratory inventory database of in-development, in-production, and

discontinued inks

• Trained four newtechnicians between 2005 - 2007

2003-2005

Tutor, UK Center for Academic and Tutorial Services Center

• Assisted student athletes in understanding course material for General Chemistry

I, General Chemistry II, Calculus I, Calculus II, General Biology, and Remedial

Algebra

• Prepared study materials to facilitate the students’ test preparation

Certifications, Awards, and Extracurricular Activities

2009

Public Library Resume/Job Application Assistance Volunteer

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2007, 2008

Daniel R. Reedy Quality Achievement Fellowship Award Recipient

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2007, 2008

Research Challenge Trust Fund Recipient

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