Christopher Jones
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Seeking an entry level chemistry position in Colorado. Looking to further develop skills in chemistry and microbiological applications, as well as other skills related to analytical chemistry.
Education:
University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Innovation Degree in Chemistry with a Cross-Disciplinary Core in Engineering Technologies
Graduation Date: May 12, 2017
Capabilities:
● Experience with multi-step organic synthesis and associated purifications/characterizations using NMR, FTIR, Column Chromatography, TLC
● Experience performing complex testing with chromatographic and spectrometric methods (HPLC, LCMS, GCMS) for analysis for known and unknown chemical entities
● High attention to detail in test data entry, test data analysis, and laboratory documentation
Experience:
Organic Chemistry Research; Colo Springs, CO
Jan 2016 – Present
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Independently working with multi-step organic syntheses designed to optimize performance and purities of specific products under the direction of Dr. Allen Schoffstall.
● Designing procedures to produce 1,2,3 triazoles at select purities through recrystallization, distillation, microwave technology, and various forms of chromatography
● Experience in obtaining and interpreting clean NMR, FTIR, GCMS in product characterizations to improve reaction methods
● Presented findings at the 2016 Colorado Springs Undergraduate Research Forum
UCCS Chemistry Stockroom; Colo Springs, CO
Aug. 2016 – Present
Lab Prep
Supplies the UCCS Chemistry Department with various hazardous chemicals following MSDS guidelines, and aids in the preparation of student labs through the formulation of various solutions and reagents.
● Provides general assistance to lab instructors of General, Organic, Analytical, Biochemical, and other advanced chemistry classes
● Handles shipment receiving for entire chemistry department and communicates departmental needs to administration
● Prepares reagents and solutions used in various chemistry labs
UCCS Event Services; Colo Springs, CO
Aug 2014 – Aug 2016
Event Assistant
Provided technical support and high-quality service to internal and external UCCS clients using UCCS event spaces.
While at this position, I worked individually and on a team utilizing:
● Communication and teamwork skills in an office environment.
● Problem-solving strategies for effective customer service.
● Troubleshooting with event tech from auditorium mixer/speaker systems to presentation software.
Skills:
Adobe Creative Suite
Beginning CS (Java, C, MATLAB)
G-Suite & Microsoft Office
Solidworks
Spartan
Activities:
American Chemical Society
Band Member & Manager
Chemistry Tutor