Zhiqian Wang

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201-***-**** ac02i8@r.postjobfree.com

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

* Ph.D. in Chemistry poised to share knowledge and talent with a respected organization that values hard work, dedication, and results.

* Innovative researcher with proved records of scientific and technical publications.

* Hands-on research and development experience with experiment design, device fabrication, formulation optimization.

* Extensive experience in synthesis and application of polymers and nanomaterials.

* Knowledge and experience with wet chemistry, material characterization and analytical laboratory equipment including FTIR, UV-Vis, HPLC, Dissolution Test, GC, Extraction, Titration.

* Knowledge of general chemistry, electrochemistry, nanotechnology, and materials science.

* Strong laboratory and experimental, data analysis, written and verbal report skills.

PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERIZATION AND ANALYTICAL EXPERIENCE

* Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)

* Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy (UV-vis)

* Chromatography (HPLC, GC)

* Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)

* Electrochemical Cell Measurements/Calculations

* Energy-Dispersive X-Ray Spectroscopy (EDX, EDS)

* Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM)

* Cyclic Voltammetry (CV)

* Dissolution test

EDUCATION

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ, 2015

Dissertation: Development of Flexible Batteries using Nano-carbons and Polymers- GPA 3.6/4.0

Awards: NJIT College of Science and Liberal Arts Outstanding Graduate Student Award, 2015

Memberships: American Chemical Society, Sustainable Nanotechnology Organization (2012-2013)

Bachelor of Engineering in Applied Chemistry, China University of Mining and Technology, Beijing, China, 2008

Five Scholarships/Contest Awards - GPA 85/100

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Newark, NJ, 2009-Present

Adjunct Instructor/ Post-doc Researcher, 2015-Present

Spearhead intensive research on batteries, nanomaterials and polymers. Conduct material characterization and failure analysis. Method development, experiment design, and formulation optimization for electrodes and gel electrolytes.

Teach classes of up to 40 students in general chemistry courses and chemical technology. Lead and mentor up to 20 students in general and organic chemistry labs. Lecture on chemistry for Educational Opportunity Program. Strong interpersonal, team and communication skills.

Achievements:

* Built solid reputation for conducting high-quality, detail-focused research and reporting.

* Co-authored and published 2 technical papers.

* In recognition of preeminent knowledge, asked to review 10 technical papers for various scientific journals.

Research Assistant, 2010-2015

Fabricated and optimized flexible battery systems/ supercapacitors. Conducted material modification, characterization and analysis using various techniques including SEM, EDS, FTIR, CV, AFM, UV-vis. Proficient using scientific principles to develop and optimize formulation. Strong bench and analytical skills to identify and solve problems.

Achievements:

* Masterminded development of methods and platform technology for flexible primary alkaline cells that achieved impressive 92% material efficiency, resulting in this accomplishment being widely cited in media.

* Attained 140% improvement of specific capacitance of carbon nanotube supercapacitor through innovative nanotube modification.

* Improved power conversion efficiency by 69.5% for organic solar cells using nanocarbon formulated inks.

* Co-authored and published 7 technical papers and delivered 4 presentations at prestigious conferences.

Teaching Assistant, 2009-2015

Delivered general chemistry recitation lectures, graded tests, and typically taught 30 undergraduate students in 5-10 sections each semester. Hands-on experience with sophisticated scientific instruments, such as GC, HPLC, FTIR, UV-vis, pH meters and electron microscopes.

Achievements:

* Recognized for strong organizational skills in coordinating arrangements for chemistry common exams for more than 900 STEM major freshmen each semester.

* Managed, inspired, and mentored lab classes of up to 50 students as well as providing vital hands-on support for labs devoted to general chemistry, organic chemistry, and analytical chemistry.

SUMMER INTERNSHIPS, Beijing, China, 2006-2007

Gained first-hand engineering experience as part of undergrad program. Worked in variety of assignments.

* 2007: Refinery of China SINOPEC Yanshan Chemical Corporation.

* 2006: Coking Plant of Shoudu Iron and Steel Company.

* 2006: Rubber Plant of China SINOPEC Yanshan Chemical Corporation.

OTHER INFORMATION

Memberships: American Chemical Society (2014-present), Sustainable Nanotechnology Organization (2012-2013).

Languages: English, Mandarin Chinese

Computer skills: 10+ years experience of Microsoft office, PC hardware skills.

Willing to relocate anywhere in the United States.

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